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Step into the enchanting world of early 20th-century California with Ruth Taylor White’s whimsical 1930 pictorial map, “A Cartograph of California’s Picturesque Peninsula where all the Charm and Beauty of California is Found in: San Mateo County.” This captivating map offers a vibrant snapshot of San Mateo County as it appeared during a transformative era, blending artistic flair with historical insight. White’s celebrated style—characterized by lively illustrations, bold colors, and playful caricatures—brings the county’s scenic coastline, rolling hills, and bustling towns to life, making this piece both a work of art and a valuable historical document.
Ruth Taylor White stands among the most prolific and beloved pictographic mapmakers of her time, and her work here exemplifies her unique ability to infuse maps with local color and humor. Each town, from San Mateo and Redwood City to Half Moon Bay and Pescadero, is rendered with charming detail, reflecting the distinct character and economic activities of the region. The map’s illustrations of agriculture, recreation, and daily life offer a window into the county’s culture and industries in 1930, making it a treasure trove for collectors and historians alike.
Beyond its artistic appeal, this map serves as a rich historical record, capturing the essence of San Mateo County during a period of rapid growth and modernization. The depiction of the Southern Pacific Railroad, major highways, and the Dumbarton Bridge highlights the region’s evolving transportation networks, which played a crucial role in shaping the county’s development. Landmarks such as the Crystal Springs Reservoir and the lush redwood forests are lovingly illustrated, emphasizing the natural beauty that has long drawn visitors and residents to the peninsula.
What truly sets this map apart is its ability to weave together the county’s past and present, showcasing both its storied history and its vibrant contemporary life. The playful scenes of golf, horseback riding, and beach-going reflect the leisure pursuits that defined the era, while the inclusion of local industries—such as flower and artichoke farming—speaks to the county’s agricultural heritage. Caricatures of residents and visitors engaged in everyday activities provide a delightful sense of personality and place, making the map a lively testament to the community spirit of 1930s San Mateo.
For collectors of fine cartography and lovers of California history, this map is a rare and exquisite find. It not only offers a meticulously detailed view of San Mateo County’s towns, landmarks, and natural wonders, but also serves as a visual celebration of the region’s enduring charm. Whether displayed as a centerpiece in a study or admired as part of a curated collection, Ruth Taylor White’s masterpiece invites you to explore the picturesque peninsula and discover the stories woven into its landscape.
Places on this map
- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Burlingame
- Menlo Park
- Palo Alto
- South San Francisco
- Half Moon Bay
- Colma
- San Bruno
- Millbrae
- Hillsborough
- Belmont
- Atherton
- Woodside
- Portola
- Pescadero
- Montara
- La Honda
- Crystal Springs Reservoir
- Dumbarton Bridge
Notable Features & Landmarks
- The Pacific Ocean coastline along the western edge of San Mateo County
- The San Francisco Bay along the eastern edge of the county
- The Southern Pacific Railroad line, depicted running through the county
- Major highways and roads, illustrated and labeled
- Whimsical illustrations of local agriculture, such as artichoke and flower farms
- Illustrations of recreational activities, such as golf, horseback riding, and beach-going
- Notable landmarks, such as the Crystal Springs Reservoir
- Illustrations of local wildlife and natural scenery, such as redwood trees and mountains
- Caricatures of people engaged in various activities, reflecting the county's culture and economy
- Decorative border and title cartouche in Ruth Taylor White's signature style
- Promotional taglines and captions highlighting the charm and beauty of San Mateo County
Historical and design context
- Created in 1930 by Ruth Taylor White, one of the most prolific and famous pictographic mapmakers of the early 20th century
- Features a whimsical, pictorial style with hand-drawn illustrations and vibrant color
- Provides a historically informative and thematic overview of San Mateo County, California
- Captures the region’s geography, culture, and economic activities during a period of rapid growth and modernization
- Intended as a promotional or tourist guide, encouraging travel and exploration of San Mateo County
- Part of a broader trend in early 20th-century pictorial cartography, blending entertainment and information
- Serves as a valuable artifact for understanding the visual culture and regional identity of California in the early 20th century
Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.
This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.
This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 70in (180cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this map.
The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.
If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.
Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.
This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.
This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
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Step into the enchanting world of early 20th-century California with Ruth Taylor White’s whimsical 1930 pictorial map, “A Cartograph of California’s Picturesque Peninsula where all the Charm and Beauty of California is Found in: San Mateo County.” This captivating map offers a vibrant snapshot of San Mateo County as it appeared during a transformative era, blending artistic flair with historical insight. White’s celebrated style—characterized by lively illustrations, bold colors, and playful caricatures—brings the county’s scenic coastline, rolling hills, and bustling towns to life, making this piece both a work of art and a valuable historical document.
Ruth Taylor White stands among the most prolific and beloved pictographic mapmakers of her time, and her work here exemplifies her unique ability to infuse maps with local color and humor. Each town, from San Mateo and Redwood City to Half Moon Bay and Pescadero, is rendered with charming detail, reflecting the distinct character and economic activities of the region. The map’s illustrations of agriculture, recreation, and daily life offer a window into the county’s culture and industries in 1930, making it a treasure trove for collectors and historians alike.
Beyond its artistic appeal, this map serves as a rich historical record, capturing the essence of San Mateo County during a period of rapid growth and modernization. The depiction of the Southern Pacific Railroad, major highways, and the Dumbarton Bridge highlights the region’s evolving transportation networks, which played a crucial role in shaping the county’s development. Landmarks such as the Crystal Springs Reservoir and the lush redwood forests are lovingly illustrated, emphasizing the natural beauty that has long drawn visitors and residents to the peninsula.
What truly sets this map apart is its ability to weave together the county’s past and present, showcasing both its storied history and its vibrant contemporary life. The playful scenes of golf, horseback riding, and beach-going reflect the leisure pursuits that defined the era, while the inclusion of local industries—such as flower and artichoke farming—speaks to the county’s agricultural heritage. Caricatures of residents and visitors engaged in everyday activities provide a delightful sense of personality and place, making the map a lively testament to the community spirit of 1930s San Mateo.
For collectors of fine cartography and lovers of California history, this map is a rare and exquisite find. It not only offers a meticulously detailed view of San Mateo County’s towns, landmarks, and natural wonders, but also serves as a visual celebration of the region’s enduring charm. Whether displayed as a centerpiece in a study or admired as part of a curated collection, Ruth Taylor White’s masterpiece invites you to explore the picturesque peninsula and discover the stories woven into its landscape.
Places on this map
- San Mateo
- Redwood City
- Burlingame
- Menlo Park
- Palo Alto
- South San Francisco
- Half Moon Bay
- Colma
- San Bruno
- Millbrae
- Hillsborough
- Belmont
- Atherton
- Woodside
- Portola
- Pescadero
- Montara
- La Honda
- Crystal Springs Reservoir
- Dumbarton Bridge
Notable Features & Landmarks
- The Pacific Ocean coastline along the western edge of San Mateo County
- The San Francisco Bay along the eastern edge of the county
- The Southern Pacific Railroad line, depicted running through the county
- Major highways and roads, illustrated and labeled
- Whimsical illustrations of local agriculture, such as artichoke and flower farms
- Illustrations of recreational activities, such as golf, horseback riding, and beach-going
- Notable landmarks, such as the Crystal Springs Reservoir
- Illustrations of local wildlife and natural scenery, such as redwood trees and mountains
- Caricatures of people engaged in various activities, reflecting the county's culture and economy
- Decorative border and title cartouche in Ruth Taylor White's signature style
- Promotional taglines and captions highlighting the charm and beauty of San Mateo County
Historical and design context
- Created in 1930 by Ruth Taylor White, one of the most prolific and famous pictographic mapmakers of the early 20th century
- Features a whimsical, pictorial style with hand-drawn illustrations and vibrant color
- Provides a historically informative and thematic overview of San Mateo County, California
- Captures the region’s geography, culture, and economic activities during a period of rapid growth and modernization
- Intended as a promotional or tourist guide, encouraging travel and exploration of San Mateo County
- Part of a broader trend in early 20th-century pictorial cartography, blending entertainment and information
- Serves as a valuable artifact for understanding the visual culture and regional identity of California in the early 20th century
Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.
This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.
This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 70in (180cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.
The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this map.
The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.
If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.
Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.
This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.
This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.
This map is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The map is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present a map without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas maps and explore the differences between my different finishes.
For something truly unique, this map is also available in "Unique 3D", our trademarked process that dramatically transforms the map so that it has a wonderful sense of depth. We combine the original map with detailed topography and elevation data, so that mountains and the terrain really "pop". For more info and examples of 3D maps, check my Unique 3D page.
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Todos mis mapas y impresiones artísticas están bien empaquetados y enviados en un tubo resistente si no están enmarcados, o rodeados de espuma si están enmarcados.
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Utilizo acrílico super claro (perspex/acrylite) para el vidrio del marco. Es más ligero y seguro que el vidrio, y se ve mejor, ya que la reflectividad es menor.
Seis colores de marco estándar están disponibles de forma gratuita (negro, marrón oscuro, gris oscuro, roble, blanco y oro antiguo).El enmarcado y montaje/matizado personalizado está disponible si buscas algo diferente.
La mayoría de los mapas, arte e ilustraciones también están disponibles como un lienzo enmarcado. Utilizamos lienzo de algodón mate (no brillante), lo estiramos sobre un marco de madera de caja de origen sostenible, y luego 'flotamos' la pieza dentro de un marco de madera. El resultado final es bastante hermoso, y no hay cristal que se interponga.
Todos los marcos se proporcionan "listos para colgar", con una cuerda o soportes en la parte posterior. Los marcos muy grandes tendrán placas de colgar de alta resistencia y/o un listón de montaje. Si tienes alguna pregunta, por favor ponte en contacto.
Mira algunos ejemplos de mis mapas enmarcados y mapas en lienzo enmarcados.
Alternativamente, también puedo proporcionar mapas antiguos y obras de arte en lienzo, tablero de espuma, papel de algodón y otros materiales.
Si deseas enmarcar tu mapa o obra de arte tú mismo, por favor lee mi guía de tamaños primero.
Algunos de mis mapas antiguos ahora están disponibles como lienzos enmarcados. Por favor contáctame si deseas pedir un tamaño que no está disponible en mi tienda.
Los mapas antiguos en lienzo son una alternativa interesante a los mapas enmarcados convencionalmente. Dependiendo de tu gusto personal y la decoración de la habitación, los mapas en lienzo pueden "destacar" un poco más que un mapa enmarcado.
Mis mapas son reproducciones de mapas originales de altísima calidad.
Obtengo mapas originales y raros de bibliotecas, casas de subastas y colecciones privadas de todo el mundo, los restauro en mi taller de Londres y luego uso tintas e impresoras giclée especializadas para crear hermosos mapas que lucen incluso mejor que el original.
Mis mapas están impresos en papel de archivo mate (no brillante) sin ácido que se siente de muy alta calidad y casi como una tarjeta. En términos técnicos, el peso/grosor del papel es de 10 mil/200 g/m². Es perfecto para enmarcar.
Imprimo con tintas pigmentadas Epson ultrachrome giclée UV resistentes a la decoloración, algunas de las mejores tintas que puedes encontrar.
yo también puedo hacer mapas sobre lienzo, trapo de algodón y otros materiales exóticos.
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Personalización de mapas
Si está buscando el regalo perfecto de aniversario o inauguración de la casa, puedo personalizar su mapa para hacerlo verdaderamente único. Por ejemplo, puedo agregar un mensaje corto, resaltar una ubicación importante o agregar el escudo de armas de su familia.
Las opciones son casi infinitas. Por favor mira mi página de personalización de mapas para ver algunos maravillosos ejemplos de lo que es posible.
Para pedir un mapa personalizado, seleccione "personalizar su mapa" antes de agregarlo a su carrito.
Ponerse en contacto si buscas personalizaciones y personalizaciones más complejas.
Envejecimiento del mapa
A lo largo de los años, los clientes me han preguntado cientos de veces si podían comprar un mapa que se viera uniforme. más viejo.
Bueno, ahora puedes hacerlo seleccionando Envejecido antes de agregar un mapa a tu carrito.
Todas las fotografías de productos que ve en esta página muestran el mapa en su forma original. Así es como se ve el mapa hoy.
Si selecciona Envejecido, envejeceré su mapa a mano, usando un proceso especial y único desarrollado a través de años de estudiar mapas antiguos, hablar con investigadores para comprender la química del envejecimiento del papel y, por supuesto... ¡mucha práctica!
Si no estás seguro, quédate con el color original del mapa. Si quieres algo un poco más oscuro y más viejo buscando, opte por Envejecido.
Si no estás satisfecho con tu pedido por cualquier motivo, contáctame para un reembolso sin complicaciones.
Estoy muy seguro de que te gustará tu mapa restaurado o impresión artística. He estado haciendo esto desde 1984. Soy un vendedor de 5 estrellas en Etsy. He vendido decenas de miles de mapas e impresiones artísticas y tengo más de 4,000 reseñas reales de 5 estrellas.
Utilizo un proceso único para restaurar mapas y obras de arte que consume mucho tiempo y mano de obra. Encontrar los mapas e ilustraciones originales puede llevar meses. Utilizo tecnología de última generación y extremadamente cara para escanear y restaurarlos. Como resultado, garantizo que mis mapas y impresiones artísticas son superiores a los demás - por eso puedo ofrecer un reembolso sin complicaciones.
Casi todos mis mapas e impresiones artísticas se ven increíbles en tamaños grandes (200 cm, 6.5 pies+) y también puedo enmarcarlos y entregártelos a través de un servicio de mensajería especial de gran tamaño. Contáctame para discutir tus necesidades específicas.
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