Eastern Europe · 19th century
€ 280
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Antique map titled 'Russia in Europe'. Old map of European Russia. This map originates from 'A New Universal Atlas Containing Maps of the various Empires, Kingdoms, States and Republics Of The World (..) by S.A. Mitchell.
Artists and Engravers: Samuel Augustus Mitchell was an American geographer. Mitchell worked as a teacher before turning to publishing geography textbooks and maps. He became involved in geography after teaching and realizing that there were so many poor quality geographical resources available to teachers. He was in Philadelphia when he founded his company. His son, S. Augustus Mitchell, became owner in 1860. Their publications covered all genres of geography: maps, travel guides, textbooks, and more.
Condition: Good, original/contemporary hand coloring. Age-related toning and some wear, mainly in margins. Blank verso, please study image carefully.
Date: 1846
Overall size: 35 x 43.5 cm.
Image size: 0.001 x 26 x 30.5 cm.
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