Colton 1855 Antique Map of South Africa

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This incredibly detailed map shows the southern portion of Africa, last bastion of European colonization. Much of the interior of the continent was still unexplored. It shows the political divisions, roads, major cities and towns of the time. It is a fine example of the beautiful and subtle color lithography used by many European map makers in the latter half of the 19th century. If you are looking for an unusual piece of art, to decorate a home or office, this truly "limited-edition" print is perfect. Antique maps are extraordinary examples of the 19th Century printing and engraving arts. As conversation pieces they are unequaled. This beautiful old map is an actual snapshot of our history. Any of these, increasingly rare, works of art are also some of the most thoughtful (and personal) gifts you can give. Unlike so many other gifts, antique maps and prints allow you to present someone a piece of their past.

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Jun 05, 2011 19:52:03

McNally 1895 Antique Map of South Africa

McNally 1895 Antique Map of South Africa Reviews

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The final years of the 19th Century marked the end of America’s westward expansion. The Wild West had not yet been completely tamed, but it was well on its way. Trains and banks were still being robbed, but the bandits were coming under increasing pressure from organized law enforcement. The West was quickly becoming as "civilized" as the East. This over 100 year old work was made using the wax-engraving map printing process pioneered by Rand McNally. This process created high-quality, low-cost maps and made the company the leading creator of maps in the United States (a position they enjoy to this day). If you are looking for an unusual piece of art, to decorate a home or office, these truly "limited-edition" prints are perfect. Antique engravings, & prints are extraordinary examples of the 19th Century printing and engraving arts. As conversation pieces they are unequaled. A beautiful old print or engraving is an actual snapshot of our history. Any of these, increasingly rare, works of art are also some of the most thoughtful (and personal) gifts you can give. Unlike so many other gifts, antique prints allow you to present someone a piece of the past.

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Mar 16, 2011 04:46:05