Subject: Martinique
Period: 1823 (published)
Publication: A General Atlas…
Color: Hand Color
Size:
12.5 x 9.5 inches
31.8 x 24.1 cm
This impressive topographical map of Martinique depicts numerous small towns along the coastline and identifies forested areas with miniature trees. Lucas' General Atlas is known as one of the finest general atlases produced in the U.S. at the time, due to the high quality paper, superior engraving quality, and attractive coloring style. Engraved by B. T. Welch.
References: Phillips (Atlases) #742-91.
Condition: B+
Original color on watermarked paper with minor soiling and a professionally repaired tear that enters 1.5" into map at top right.
