1829 Map of Virginia and Maryland by Anthony Finley

This striking wall map was published in 1854 by Ensign, Bridgman & Fanning and has both full original hand-coloring and original hardware. This impression is both informative and highly decorative. The states are divided into counties, outlined in red, green, and black, and subdivided into towns. Roads, canals, and railroad lines are prominently depicted, although they are not all labeled. The mapmakers also marked lighthouses, banks, churches, and prominent buildings, with a key at right. The map is an informative and comprehensive overview of the infrastructural development of New England prior to the Civil War. Physical geographies depicted include elevation, conveyed with hachure marks, rivers and lakes. The impression features an inset map of Boston...

Presented is an 1890 map "Map of Oregon, Kansas, California, and the Territories" by S. A. Mitchell Jr. The map was issued in the atlas “Mitchell's New Intermediate Geography” publis...

Presented is Warren Holt and Charles Drayton Gibbes' 1873 “Map of California and Nevada.” This map is considered to be one of the finest large-scale ...

Presented is the second edition of Samuel Augustus Mitchell's Map of Mexico, Including Yucatan & Upper California, an important map showing the progress of the Mexican-American War. ...

Title: 1864 Johnson's Map of Virginia, Delaware, and Maryland with Fort Monroe Inset Description: This 1864 map titled "Johnson's Virginia, Delaware, and ...

Title: 'Carte Routière du Royaume des Pays-Bas comprenant la Hollande et la Belgique' **Publisher**: Eustache Hérisson **Publication Year**: 1829 This original antique map is a detailed depiction of the Netherlands and Belgium, dating back to 1829. As a 'Carte Routière', it focuses on the road networks of the region, providing valuable historical insights into the transportation and geographical understanding of the early 19th century. The map's delineation of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, including both Holland and Belgium, is particularly noteworthy as it represents the political geography of the period shortly before Belgium's independence in 1830. The map is sectionalised and laid on linen, a common practice in the 19th century for preserving and reinforcing maps, making them more durable and portable. This method of mounting also suggests that the map was intended for practical use, possibly by travelers or for educational purposes. **Artist and Publisher**: Eustache Hérisson, the publisher of this map, was a known figure in the cartographic and publishing world of the early 19th century. His work is characterized by attention to detail and accuracy, making this map not only a beautiful piece of art but also a reliable historical document. This map is a valuable historical artifact, offering insights into the geographical and political landscape of the Netherlands...

Antique map titled 'Johnson's New Jersey (..). Two maps on one sheet showing New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland. With inset map of the district of Columbia...

This is an original antique map titled "Carte de la Caroline Méridionale et Septentrionale et de la Virginie," depicting the regions of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia in the early 19th century. Created by Pierre Antoine Tardieu, this map provides a detailed view of the geographical and political landscape of these southeastern United States areas. Map Details: - **Title**: Carte de la Caroline Méridionale et Septentrionale et de la Virginie - **Creator**: Pierre Antoine Tardieu (1784-1869) - **Publication Date**: Early 19th century - **Dimensions**: Approximately 34.5 x 43.5 cm (13.5 x 17.25 inches) - **Features**: The map includes detailed representations of South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia, highlighting political boundaries, major cities, rivers, and other geographical features. The title cartouche is located in the lower right corner, and the outlines are hand-colored to distinguish different regions. Key Geographic Features and Areas: 1. **South Carolina**: - Major cities such as Charleston and Columbia are marked. - The map details the rivers and topography, including the Savannah River and various inland features. 2. **North Carolina**: - Key locations such as Raleigh and New Bern...