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Auction 203, Lot 34
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"Mountains & Rivers", Johnson & Browning

Subject: Cartographic Miscellany, Mountains & Rivers

Period: 1860 (circa)

Publication: Johnson's New Illustrated Family Atlas...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23.9 x 16.8 inches
60.7 x 42.7 cm
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J.H. Colton first issued this great double-page chart showing the major rivers and mountains of the world in 1855. The map is divided diagonally in an interesting composition. In the upper portion, scores of rivers are named and drawn to indicate their relative lengths. The lower half of the sheet features stylized renderings of the mountains organized by continent and drawn to indicate their relative heights. Volcanoes are shown erupting and major cities are shown at their respective elevations.

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Condition: B+

There is light toning along the centerfold and minor foxing.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $90

Closed on 4/23/2025

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