Pre-Veteran's Day Americana Auction

Plan of the City of Washington Map

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Start price: $1,500

Estimated price: $3,000 - $5,000

Description

There have been several different maps of Washington DC that were published in the 1790s. The first edition was published in 1792 and suggests that the suggested plan of Washington DC would be ready in 1800. This edition is from 1795 and was first printed in England. All editions are from atlases and have fold marks. On this map there are three buildings added by hand suggesting that someone was updating the plan in DC. Dimension: Framed 23" x28"

Condition: Excellent condition with light fold marks. Upper right corner has a small discoloration. Recently beautifully archivally framed.