1864 Dower Map of the Western United States
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Description: This hand colored map depicts the western half of the United States including Texas, Arizona, California, Utah and Nevada. The map was made in 1864 by the English mapmaker Mackenzie. It shows Arizona extending into what is today Southern Nevada. Utah has two important cities, Fillmore and Salt Lake City. Salt Lake City is the capital. The Dakotas remain undivided.
Date: 1864
References: None found.
Cartographer: John Dower and William S. Orr were highly respected mapmakers, printsellers, and publishers of early 19th century London. Their work is known for is stunning accuracy and indeed, their work includes some of the most information rich maps of the period. In addition to his cartographic work, Dower is well known as an engraver of military scenes. Their primary work is the 1837 British Cyclopaedia.
Size: Printed area measures 9.5 x 12.5 inches (24.13 x 31.75 centimeters)
Condition: Very good condition. Original centerfold. Blank on verso.
Code: WesternUSA-dower-1864 (Necessary for phone orders : 646-320-8650)
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