Item #297527 West India Islands and Adjacent Coasts of the United States, Mexico, Guatimala & Colombia. William LIZARS.

West India Islands and Adjacent Coasts of the United States, Mexico, Guatimala & Colombia

Edinburgh: Lizars, William, 1842.

Map. Lithograph with original hand outline. Each image measures 15.25" x 19.5".

This appealing 1842 map of West Indies was issued by William Lizars. It covers from North America south to the Spanish Main, including Central America, Bahamas, Bermudas, the Leeward and Windward Islands. A large inset features the island of Jamaica. Beautifully detailed, the map notes several towns, cities, rivers, islands, coastal features, and topographical features. References to colors depicts the various Colonial possessions. The map is in good condition with some toning and foxing and minor offsetting. Original centerfold shows wear with rips near top and bottom. Some edge wear.

William Home Lizars (1788--1859) was an engraver and painter based in Edinburgh. After the death of father, Daniel Lazars, he took up the family engraving business and expanded into etching and copperplate printing. This lovely map is a fine example of his work.

Binding: Unbound
Language: English

Price: $350.00

Item #297527

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