Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of West Indies ~Catalog 61~ Vicinity of New York City

Vicinity of New York City

Europe is shown with great detail for major towns and cities

What was once a lone and thin isthmus into the harbor is now more stout as filling in shoreline continues and bay becomes streets

A powerful engraving of southern Italy

A fine copperplate engraving that shows great detail with beautiful presentation

Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of West Indies ~Catalog 61~ Vicinity of New York CityGeographical, Statistical and Historical Map of West Indies An early and sought after map of the islands. Published in 1823, this rarity has a fine map in the center, surrounded by a text detailing the situation of the islands, its history, and population demographics ("Whites, Mulattoes & Blacks"). Shows many islands and towns for the Caribbean. Rare and early. The original hand color remains very bold. Condition is good save for some discoloration