Milwaukee River Straight Cut Bay & Harbor WI 1853 U.S.G. old state survey map

Plan & Section of the Milwaukee Straight Cut with Bay & Harbor Soundings

(North America- United States- State Survey- Wisconsin- Milwaukee River- Lake Michigan)

Printed 1853, Washington by U. S. Government

Lithographed by J. Ackerman

Scarce original mid- 19th Century lithograph map.

Printed on lithographic paper as issued which shows minor light signs of age, is slightly age toned- resulting in a nice patina, must be handled carefully, but remains sound.

A detailed, scarce and interesting early map which could readily be collected on it's own merits, displayed or given as a present.

In Good+ or better antiquarian condition, mostly clean overall, light minor age dustiness or light surface wear, small scattered spotting or age soiling as seen, original fold-lines as issued, trimmed unevenly along the left edge, overall the map is clean and attractive --

Please inspect photos closely- any noteworthy flaws to the printed surface area should be noticeable within pictures provided. These pictures form a central part of the item description and we encourage you to study them carefully. We will send the actual antique item shown.

[ note: We grade very conservatively. We are doing our best to show & describe this item so you are happy when it arrives ].

Despite any small minor age flaws, the map and printed area remain clean and visually pleasing- the map is well preserved.

An interesting antique printed map that any collector, dealer, institution or person of taste would be happy to own or display.

Sheet measures c. 19 5/8" W x 25 7/8" H.

Engraved area measures c. 18 1/2" W x 24" H.

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