Map, London, Betts - Aug 17, 2023 | Old World Auctions In Va
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MAP, London, Betts
MAP, London, Betts
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Description
London, England. J.C. Betts, British Empire Exhibition May-October 1925, 1925 (dated). Black & White. This plan view shows the grounds of the British Empire Exhibition held in Wembley Park, London, from May 9 to October 31, 1925. It mixes black & white photographs into the illustrated plan, giving the map a unique texture. A key locates restaurants, administrative offices, lavatories, and kiosks, with three tables at left that identify photos, restaurants, and additional places of refreshment. The map is surrounded with a border comprised of photographs. The Empire Stadium (later Wembley Stadium) is prominently pictured. Imprint of J.C. Betts at bottom right. Photography by Campbell Gray. Published by Waterlow & Sons Limited. Self-folding. Verso features promotional text.

LITERATURE: Rumsey #12064.
Condition
Issued folding with short splits at fold junctions and some relevant manuscript notations in ink along the border. There are several light stains that appear only on verso. Grade: B+
Dimensions
19.2 x 29 in
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MAP, London, Betts

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