Lot 7
  • 7

Colton, G. Woolworth

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • Colton’s New Map of the State of Texas, the Indian Territory and Adjoining Portions of New Mexico, Louisiana, and Arkansas. New York: G. W. and C. B. Colton, 1882
  • paper, ink
Engraved pocket map (37 1/4 x 32 5/8 in.; 948 x 828 mm) on two joined sheets, full contemporary handcoloring, inset map of Mexico (partially handcolored in outline), with a further inset map of "Territory and Isthmus of Tehuantepec."

Handsomely framed and glazed with UVIII Plexiglass. Faded, light central vertical stain where the two sheets are joined.

Condition

Engraved pocket map (37 1/4 x 32 5/8 in.; 948 x 828 mm), full contemporary handcoloring, inset map of Mexico, with a further inset map of "Territory and Isthmus of Tehuantepec."
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Catalogue Note

The largest format of Colton's highly detailed map of Texas—indicating counties, towns, townships, forts, Indian reservations, railroad lines, rivers, mountains, and other features—and also covering most of New Mexico and smaller portions of Missouri, Arkansas, and Louisiana.