Aug 03, 2023 - Sale 2643

Sale 2643 - Lot 265

Unsold
Estimate: $ 600 - $ 900

DESIGNER UNKNOWN

BURLINGTON ROUTE / PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS FOR THE EAST. Circa 1890.


17 1/2x12 3/4 inches, 44 1/2x32 1/2 cm.
Condition B: replaced losses in margins; extensive repaired tears and replaced losses through image. Matted and framed.

The Burlington Route (officially known as the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad) had routes emanating out from Chicago to "Everywhere West." As explained here on this rare early broadside, connections from Chicago and Denver could be made to the West Coast and the East Coast.

Additional Details

From the collection of Victor Ryerson.