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Auction 186, Lot 234

"[Untitled Pictorial Map of California]"

Subject: California

Period: 1938 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
34.3 x 13.9 inches
87.1 x 35.3 cm
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This elaborate pictorial map was drawn by Francis De Foy and issued by Bank of America in conjunction with the Golden Gate International Exposition. Looking east from the Pacific Ocean, it covers the entire state and "portrays California's unequaled diversity of resources" with illustrations of agriculture, manufacturing, shipping, fishing, petroleum, and much more. The map prominently features recreational points of interest including Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, Muir Woods, Catalina Island, with the China Clipper (first commercial transpacific flight) descending upon San Francisco. Decorated by an elaborate compass rose featuring the Bank of America's seal. Blank verso.

References: Rumsey #8149.

Condition: B+

There is some light extraneous creasing at left and right.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $130

Closed on 2/9/2022

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