New York City Manhattan Brooklyn Williamsburg Hudson River 1853 Scarce Print Assorted & Miscellaneous

Bird's-Eye View of New York, Showing the Cities of New York, Brooklyn, and Williamsburgh, with the Harbor and Rivers.(Old Prints, 19th Century Prints, Americana, United States, New York, Manhattan, New York City, Hudson River, Brooklyn, Sailing Ships, Steam Ships). Issued 1853, New York for Phelps & Fanning. Original mid- 19th century wax engraved (cerographic) gazetteer print with lovely hand color. Text on reverse as always, the only way to own this charming little print. 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.[B12398].