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Item Description: 1885 New Orleans Souvenir Fold-Out Booklet
Title Recommendation: Rare 1885 New Orleans Fold Out Souvenir Booklet - Louis Schwarz - Wittemann NY
Overview:Up for sale is a stunning, original 1885 New Orleans Souvenir Booklet. Published by Louis Schwarz and produced by the renowned Wittemann Bros of New York, this accordion-style (\"Leporello\") booklet was released during a pivotal era for the Crescent City, coinciding with the World\'s Industrial and Cotton Centennial Exposition.
Details & Condition:
Views: Contains 20+ detailed lithographic views of 19th-century New Orleans.
Key Landmarks: Includes iconic imagery such as St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, the Custom House, and various Exposition buildings.
Physical Condition: The booklet is in good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with its 140-year age.
Binding: The red embossed hardcover remains vibrant with crisp gold lettering.
Interior: The fold-out pages are intact with no tears.
Historical Significance:The Wittemann Bros were the gold standard for souvenir manufacturing in the 1880s. Their \"glacé\" finish gave these views a clarity and depth that helped define the aesthetic of the Victorian travel era. This is a primary source piece of Louisiana history, perfect for a museum-grade collection or a dedicated New Orleans historian.
Featured Highlight: Includes the rare, fully intact 4-panel fold-out panorama of the New Orleans skyline and waterfront. Most surviving copies have separation at these folds; this example remains crisp and connected, offering a stunning historical view of the city during the 1884-1885 World\'s Fair era.
