Electric Loop Properties in the City of Oakland, Cal. Oakland: Phoenix Eng. Co. and R.S. Kitchener, circa 1915 Lithographed panoramic view Sheet size: 19 1/4 x 27 inches, dissected into 12 segments and mounted to period linen
This striking lithographed panoramic view of Oakland, produced around 1915, captures the city's urban expansion and transit-oriented development during the early 20th century. Published by Phoenix Engineering Co. and R.S. Kitchener, the map highlights the electric streetcar lines that played a crucial role in shaping Oakland’s residential and commercial growth. The vantage point, looking westward toward the bay and San Francisco, offers a compelling perspective on the city's evolving infrastructure at a pivotal moment in its history.
Expertly printed and dissected into 12 segments for ease of use, the map is mounted on period linen, preserving its original function as both a real estate promotional tool and a working urban plan. A fine example of early 20th-century cartographic design, this piece is an essential addition to collections focusing on California history, transportation, and urban planning.
