Long Island Sound New York Manhattan Block Island Brooklyn 1827 Blunt map

Chart of Long Island Sound.

(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Americana, United States, New York, Manhattan, Long Island, Long Island Sound, Block Island, Brooklyn).

Issued 1827, New York by Edmund & George W. Blunt. Engraved by Hooker.

Early 19th century engraved coastal map with attractive hand color. New York city at lower left, Rhode Island state at far right above Block Island at right middle edge.

Poor physical condition, several repairs to splits along fold lines (well done), small stain spots, some wrinkle and soiling- however, despite this, the map remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. The various (almost inevitable) age flaws and condition issues easy to overlook or forgive given the date and oblong folding format.

Original fold lines as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 8 1/4" H x 17 1/4" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 6" H x 17" W.

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

[R34155].