Item #202878 Minnesota, and Dacotah. Samuel Augustus Jr MITCHELL.

Minnesota, and Dacotah

Philadelphia: Mitchell, Samuel Augustus Jr., 1860.

Map. Engraving with original hand coloring. Image measures 10.75" x 13.25".

Great map of Minnesota and part of the Dakotas. Minnesota is divided into counties and the western boundary of the Dakotas runs along the Missouri River. Shows towns, major routes, railroads and waterways. Minor tears and chips to edges.

Samuel Augustus Mitchell Sr. (1792-1868) was one of the leaders in American cartography of the 19th century and pioneered the conversion of engraved map plates to more affordable lithographic plates. His son, Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. continued his father's successful mapmaking and publishing business, and was one of the most prolific and renowned 19th century American publishers.

Binding: Unbound
Condition: Very Good(+)
Language: English

Price: $150.00

Item #202878