1833. · Philadelphia:
by Mitchell, Samuel Augustus.
Engraved, Hand colored folding map, 43.5 x 54.5 cm (17" x 21 1/2"), folding into original gilt lettered and decorated morocco covers, covers are 5 1/2" x 3 1/4", includes folding index sheet. Map is boxed in a cloth and marble board box, with paper label on spine. Spine is worn, covers a little bit rubbed, some light and unobtrusive dampstaining, 4" split and one fold in the ocean, some darkening, but generally bright; otherwise very good. Samuel Augustus Mitchell (1792-1868) founded one of the most influential map publishing companies in America, which would last for over 60 years. After trying his hand at teaching, Mitchell turned to map publishing and produces his first atlas in 1831. The following year he produced the first edition of the present work in 1832. This map was engraved by J.H. Young, and provides a detailed view of what is now the eastern United States. The map comes with a folding index that includes information on steamboat and canal routes. This guide would be published for about 20 years. Ristow 303-204.
(Inventory #: 106021)