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Auction 141, Lot 235

"Boston and Environs", Walker, George H. & Co.

Subject: Boston, Massachusetts

Period: 1905 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
28 x 19.8 inches
71.1 x 50.3 cm
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This scarce bird's-eye view of Boston extends from Nantasket Beach to Nahant Bay and shows some detail of the city and Boston Harbor. Many towns and cities are located, and the evolving road network is displayed with thin red lines. The map is dissected and backed with linen and folds into maroon self wrappers.

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Condition: B+

The map is toned with a few holes and short splits in the linen at fold intersections.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $150

Closed on 9/5/2012

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