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Auction 136, Lot 334

"Pennsylvania", Geographical Publishing Co.

Subject: Pennsylvania

Period: 1905 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
16.7 x 27.5 inches
42.4 x 69.9 cm
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This is a striking and detailed promotional wall map made for the A.J. Harter piano company of Altoona, PA. The large top panel advertises the pianos they exclusively carry, with a fine illustration of the Florentine Grand piano of the Ivers & Pond Piano Company at center. The lower panel illustrates six pianos. A long list gives 27 specifications for these "High Grade Pianos" with pricing from $175 to $1,000. The map of Pennsylvania is highly detailed and beautifully colored by county. On the verso is an index to counties and towns. An uncommon advertising map.

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Condition: A+

Bright coloring and strong impression. The top and bottom metal strips and red piping at sides intact. The original brass hanging rings are present but opened. A little creasing visible, still fine.

Estimate: $140 - $180

Unsold

Closed on 6/1/2011

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