New York City Lower Manhattan Brooklyn City Plan 1853 scarce map hand color
Brian DiMambroNew York.
(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Americana, United States, New York, Manhattan, New York City, Brooklyn, City Plan).
Issued 1853, New York for Phelps & Fanning.
Original mid- 19th century wax engraved (cerographic) gazetteer map with lovely hand color. Text on reverse as always, the only way to own this map. A superior visual example.
Pleasing age patina, any age flaws minor and easy to overlook or forgive.
Sheet Measures c. 9 1/4" H x 5 1/2" W.
Engraved Area Measures c. 8" H x 4 3/4" W.
[R33539].