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Historic Map : Colton Map of Russia and Eastern Europe, 1858, Vintage Wall Art
Historic Map : Colton Map of Russia and Eastern Europe, 1858, Vintage Wall Art
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A rare example of Colton's 1858 map of eastern europe. Centered over Russia, the map covers Norway, Sweden, Turkey and Greece, and parts of Germany, Prussia, Italy and Austria. This beautiful hand colored map is a copper plate engraving, featuring a delicate floral style border only used by Colton in this particular atlas. It offers fine detail throughout with elevation rendered by hachure. Divided and color coded according to country, shows major towns and cities, railroads as well as geological features such as lakes and rivers. Russia at this time was under the suzerainty of Tzar Alexander the II. Alexander is best known for his liberal reforms including the emancipation Reform of 1861, considered to be the most important event in 19th century Russian history, which liberated Russia's countless serfs. Although this particular map is not dated, it is issued as part of the1859 edition of Colton's Illustrated Cabinet Atlas and Descriptive Geography.
- VINTAGE MAP REPRODUCTION: Add style to any room's decor with this beautiful decorative print. Whether your interior design is modern, rustic or classic, a map is never out of fashion
- MUSEUM QUALITY INKS AND PAPER: Printed on thick 192gsm heavyweight matte paper with archival giclee inks, this historic fine art will decorate your wall for years to come
- ARTWORK MADE TO ORDER IN THE USA: We make each reprint only when you order it. Every antique map is edited for image quality, color and vibrance, so it can look its best while retaining historical character. Makes a great gift!
- FRAME READY: Your unframed poster ships crease-free, rolled in a sturdy mailing tube. Many maps fit easy-to-find standard size frames 16x20, 16x24, 18x24, 24x30, 24x36, saving on custom framing
- Watermarks will not appear in the printed picture. Old maps sometimes have blemishes, tears, or stamps that may be removed from the final print
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Every artwork we offer is carefully edited by our small but dedicated team of image professionals, ensuring each detail is perfect. We print every order to demand right here in the USA, treating every piece with the same care and attention we would give our own work. From editing to printing to packaging, we take pride in delivering artwork that meets our high standards—and we love knowing it’s heading to a home where it will be appreciated. What our customers say.