Wall, after William Coventry, City of Pittsburgh after the Great Fire of the 10th of April, A.D. 1845, which destroyed upwards of 1200 houses and 9 millions of property, in the short space of five hours, from Great conflagration at Pittsburgh. View of the ruins of the city of Pittsburgh from near Birmingham. Taken on the spot by W.C. Wall, two days after the fire, together with a general view of the City, before the fire, from near Saw Mill Run. Chromolithograph, 20.5 x 26.5 inches. Unframed. Has condition issues, but a very rare, important and early view of Pittsburgh. In fair condition, with loss in all margins, toning and tears throughout, repaired tears and sheet stabilized by conservation. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .