Old city plan of Shanghai, 1928

Old city plan of Shanghai, 1928The North China Daily News Plan of Shanghai in 1928 was a significant cartographic representation of Shanghai during that era. Published by the North China Daily News, a prominent English language newspaper in China, this map provided valuable insights into the layout and features of Shanghai during that time. The map likely depicted various aspects of the city, including its streets, landmarks, and key infrastructure. Shanghai was a bustling

and descriptions of notable places

which featured dreamlike imagery and bold

with a bold combination of blues

The map artfully divides itself into three distinct realms

His maps were not only accurate but also beautifully designed

Primarily agricultural in nature

including its coastline

offering valuable insights into the political and geographical landscape of Persia during that time

Bellin's maps were characterized by their meticulous attention to detail

cartography was a significant field

The painting features a complex composition of geometric shapes

Hong Kong has retained its own legal system