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New York: Harper & Brothers, 1842. unbound. Map. Wax engraving (cerograph) with hand coloring. Page measures 12 3/8" x 16 1/4"<br/> <br/> This detailed map of Ohio by Sidney Morse and Samuel Breese depicts the states divided into counties and townships. The map notes towns, roads, rivers, lakes, railroads, mountains, and other topography. <br> <br> This map was featured in Morse's North American Atlas, which, when originally published in 1842, was the first atlas of the United States to feature the technique of cerography, or wax engraving, which Morse pioneered. It is from the 1845 edition of the Atlas, which was a reissue with some minor changes and the introduction of color. The map is in very good condition. Minor chips and tears to edges, not affecting the image.<br> <br> Sidney Edwards Morse (1794-1871) was an American geographer, journalist, and inventor. He shared his innovative spirit with his brother, Samuel F.B. Morse, and his father…
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New York, 1845. unbound. very good(+). Map. Uncolored wax engraving (cerograph). Image measures 13 7/8" x 11 1/8".<br/><br/> Beautiful graphic map of Ohio divided into counties and townships. Indicates towns, railroads, canals and rivers. A fine example of Sidney Edwards Morse's wax engraving technique, from "The Cerographic Atlas of the United States". A few small tears to edges but otherwise in good condition.<br/><br/>
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- Format/Binding Unbound
- Book Condition Used - very good(+)
- Quantity Available 1
- Place of Publication New York
- Date Published 1845