Wisconsin
New York City, NY: J.H. Colton & Co., 1857. Map. Very Good. Item #030323
Hand-colored map; with decorative border, with a small inset map of the Milwaukee area. Separate sheet with The State of Wisconsin demographic details, on the reverse of which is a full-page advertisement using multiple and decorative typography for Chicago, St. Paul & Fond Du Lac R.R., with extensive details about the line and expansive plans for future services. Map printed for use in Colton's uncommon Advertising Atlas of America 1857. American companies used this atlas as a vehicle to promote their businesses. The atlas made use of the same maps used in the 1855 printing, with many of them having that imprint date. Richard Swainson Fisher authored the accompanying geographical, statistical and historical descriptions. Approx. 15" x 18 1/2" overall size; Some edge-toning and age to the paper; in very good condition. Note: Shipped rolled for safety.
Price: $95.00