1821
Maker: Melish
Antique hand colored map of the United States as it was in 1820, by Melish and published in Lavoisne's 1821 atlas. This map was engraved by B. Tanner and the atlas published by M. Carey & Son. The West is comprised of territories including the massive Missouri Territory, a strange Arkansas Territory, and the North West Territory. Texas is not yet part of the US and has very interesting borders. Much of the west is owned by Mexico. At this time there were no railroads or trains and all travel was done by carriage or boat. A wonderful early map that clearly shows a moment in the formation of the country. Very good restored condition with some minor repaired tears and separations and a new margin. Approx. 17 x 21.25 inches to the nealine. ***Note: this item will require additional insurance above what is included with the shipping as calculated by our website- we will send an invoice for the additional cost before shipping***
Item Number: USA298