Description: World Map Mercator's Projection Americas Australia Europe Asia 1860 Mitchell map Map of the World on the Mercator Projection Exhibiting the American Continent As Its Center. (Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Mercator's Projection, North America, South America, Africa, Europe, Asia, Oceania, Australia, New Zealand, Polynesia). Issued 1860, Philadelphia by S. Augustus Mitchell. There are many variant issues of this map, with differing borders and interior details. A comparison with other Mitchell maps of the 1860's-80's era will reveal this on close inspection. Numerous exploration tracks shown across the oceans, including Capt. Cook, the U.S. Exploring Exped., Capt. Ross and Capt. Gore. Note the incorrect prominent hook shape assigned to Lake Torrens within Southern Australia. Mid 19th century antique engraved map with original hand color. Decorative border greatly enhances visual appeal. Well preserved, some light old staining near bottom of centerfold, nice looking example with pleasing age patina. Original center fold as issued. Sheet Measures c. 25" x 15". Engraved Area Measures c. 21" x 14". Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 3. [R34005].
Price: 76.5 USD
Location: Dover, New Hampshire
End Time: 2024-08-23T14:00:47.000Z
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