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Auction 116, Lot 288

"New York", Finley, Anthony

Subject: New York

Period: 1825 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.3 x 12.8 inches
46.5 x 32.5 cm
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This is a fine example of this separately issued pocket map that shows the roads, towns, settlements and counties. Precisely engraved by J.H. Young, the map folds into original calf covers with gilt title. A bright, very early Finley pocket map.

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Condition: B

Very nice original color and strong impression. A little scattered foxing and some splits along a fold, closed on verso with archival tape. Covers are nearly split along spine. Previous owner's name in pencil inside cover.

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $200

Closed on 9/20/2006

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