6 1/2 x 34 1/4 in. four albumen photographic prints conjoined and mounted on 14 1/2 x 38 in. heavy cardstock, printing information in red and black mounted below the photos on separate stock, bearing titles, key, and photographer credit.

On 8 October 1871, the city of Chicago became engulfed in flames that raged for two days, leaving a path of destruction that ravaged over 17,000 structures and the displacement of an estimated 100,000 residents, becoming one of the greatest tragedies in American history. Despite the widespread devastation, the city of Chicago quickly embarked on a remarkable rebuilding effort, using the opportunity to modernize and develop into a major economic and cultural hub in the years that followed. The panoramic photograph shows the view of the north side of downtown on the fifth day after the fire which was taken from the top of the tower of the Water Works, showing 44 landmarks which are listed in the key. Shaw's office was located on 22nd St. between 1871-1873. RARE: We were unable to locate any examples at auction. The only other example we could trace is at the Library of Congress.