Pittsburgh Pennsylvania City Plan Allegheny River 1853 Scarce Hand Color Map North America > United States

Pittsburg.(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Americana, United States, Pennsylvania, Pittsburg, City Plan, Allegheny River, Monogahela River, Bridges). Issued 1853, New York for Phelps & Fanning. Original mid- 19th century wax engraved (cerographic) gazetteer city plan map with lovely hand color. Text on reverse as always, the only way to own this map. A superior visual example of a map rarely encountered with such pleasing hand color. Pleasing age patina, any age flaws minor and easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 9 1/4" H x 5 1/2" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 8" H x 4 3/4" W.[B12399].