Roman Empire Migration Period Europe 1821 Carey large hand color historical map
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & PrintsGeographical and Historical Map of the Incursions of the Barbarians.
(Old Maps, Europe, Ancient World, Roman Empire, Migration Period, Goths, Vandals, Franks, Saxons).
Issued 1821, Philadelphia. Carey & Son. Engraved by Kneass & Young.
Beautifully engraved early 19th century American-produced map. Printed on fine heavy paper with original hand color.
Map is surrounded by extensive historical and factual text, including commentary about history, commerce, topography, culture, religion, etc.
Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any age flaws minor, easy to overlook or forgive. Small repair to bottom centerfold line which is all but invisible when viewing the map.
Original center fold.
Sheet Measures c. 17 5/8"H x 22"W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Ristow, American Maps and Mapmakers, p. 151, et al.
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1, pp. 234.
[R27599].