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Madison from University Hill
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Pencil drawing of Madison, Wisconsin landscape as seen from University Hill. The main street in the center is State Street, and the building with Greek columns in the top right is the new (1850) courthouse (where the Capitol Square South Ramp now stands). Small frame homes are spread throughout the village.
August 1852
Hoeffler, Adolf, 1825-1898 (artist)
Publication Information
| Creator | Hoeffler, Adolf, 1825-1898 (artist) |
|---|---|
| Date Created | August 1852 |
| Language | English |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
|---|---|
| Extent | 1 drawing |
| Dimensions | 49 x 31 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Adolf Johann Hoeffler drawings, 1852 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH 349 (5) |
| Catalog Record | https://search.library.wisc.edu/catalog/999465622902121 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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