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Auction 195, Lot 352

"A Hysterical Map of the Jackson Hole Country and Grand Teton National Park Slightly Cockeyed"

Subject: Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Period: 1948 (circa)

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Color: Printed Color

Size:
16.4 x 21.3 inches
41.7 x 54.1 cm
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This graphic map of the Jackson Hole and Grand Tetons area was "made on purpose" by Jolly Lindgren. Filled with humorous text and illustrations, the map captures the charm of the region with phrases like "It's the Old West (Except The Plumbing)", "It's The Tallest Hole I've Ever Seen", and a compass rose that is "But Mostly Up." Numerous elk hide amongst the mountain peaks, including one who's "Brother is in the Elks Club in Billings", and a legend identifies lakes, trees, dude ranches, and good fishing everywhere!

The Lindgren brothers of Spokane, Washington, specialized in humorous maps of both national and state parks.

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Condition: B+

Issued folding with light toning and a few fold separations that have been closed on verso with archival tape. There are pinholes in the corners of the image with minor loss.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $180

Closed on 11/15/2023

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