Geographical Historical Statistical Map of North & South America 1820 Carey map

Geographical, Historical, and Statistical Map of America.

(North & South America, United States, Mexico, New Mexico, Canada, Caribbean, Brazil, Peru, Columbia, Venezuela, La Plata, Chile).

Issued 1820, Philadelphia by Thomas Palmer for M. Carey & Son. Engraved by Young & Delleker.

Early 19th century engraved map with lovely original hand color. 

Extensive text surrounding map detailing encyclopedic information about the region which includes Discovery and Settlement, Climate, Natural history, etc.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, short split at base of centerfold closed on reverse with archival tape, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original center fold as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 17 3/4" H x 22" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 8 1/2" H x 10 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.

[PL65].