Item number: CSMT284
Genuine Antique Hand-drawn Map, Framed
1830
Maker: J. Washburn after Finley
Genuine antique "schoolgirl map" of Palestine done by J. Washburn of Hebron. This map appears to have been created based on the Finley map of Palestine, published in 1824 and 1827. The young Miss Washburn added some artistic flourishes particularly around the title, but also adjusted some of the wording to arch and flow beautifully over the page. Handsomely rendered in a combination of pencil and pen, with watercolor. Includes the Dead Sea, Gaza, Jerusalem, the Sea of Galilee, Damascus, and more. Shows the Twelve Tribes of Israel with the names and colors, although much of the color has faded over time. Good antique condition with some mild water staining in the lower left and upper right corners, some small spots, some mild wrinkles at bottom, and other minor signs of age. Currently framed and should be re-framed. Measures approx. 20 x 12.75 inches to the neatline and 23.75 x 16.5 inches total including the frame. Framed with antique glass (slightly wavy with some tiny bubbles) which makes it difficult to take a photo without glare.
Genuine Antique Hand-drawn Map, Framed from 1830
Item Number: CSMT284