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Auction 195, Lot 232

"The Oregon Trail the Highway of the Pioneers to the Pacific Northwest..."

Subject: Western United States

Period: 1966 (dated)

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Color: Printed Color

Size:
32.9 x 17.3 inches
83.6 x 43.9 cm
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This colorful pictorial map by W.F. McIlwraith shows the course of the Oregon Trail from Westport, Kansas to Oregon City. It presents the rugged topography of the Rocky Mountains with a three-dimensional effect, impending storm clouds over the Great Plains, and stampeding bison in Colorado. Other western trails are noted on the map including the Mormon, Bozeman, and California trails. The map is surrounded by elaborate wagon train scenes, state seals and notable pioneers, and is further decorated by an elaborate title cartouche featuring an explorer, miner and the Great Seal of the United States. Originally published in 1932, this is the 1966 reissue complete with its original mailing tube.

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Condition: A+

On a clean bright sheet with vivid color. Original mailing tube shows typical wear with some masking tape near the ends.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $120

Closed on 11/15/2023

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