County Map of the State of Maine.
Philadelphia: Mitchell, Samuel Augustus Jr., 1860.
Map. Steel engraving with original hand coloring. Image measures 13 3/8" x 10 5/8".
Lovely map of Maine published in 1860 divided into counties. Shows major towns and cities, routes, railroads and waterways. Features an inset of Portland Harbor. In excellent condition, with a minor chip to lower margin not affecting the image.
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
Language: English
Price: $125.00
Item #310371