North America.

(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Decorative Maps, North America, Canada, United States, Mexico, Central America, Caribbean Sea, Buffalo, Niagara Falls, Whaling).

Issued c. 1855, London by G. Virtue.

Wonderful mid 19th century engraved map, with original outline hand color and lovely engraved decorative vignettes depicting Whaling, Buffalo Hunting, Niagara Falls, Polar Bears, etc.

The west is territorial with a huge Oregon & California as well as Missouri Territory.

Blank margins trimmed narrow, likely as issued.

Original center fold as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 13" H x 9 3/4" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 12 1/2" H x 9 3/4" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 4.

[R30836].