Rare, Original 1854 Mitchell Map of The State of New York

Capture a pristine piece of American cartographic history. This is an authentic, original 1854 S. Augustus Mitchell double-page map of the State of New York, published in Philadelphia by Thomas Cowperthwait & Co. for Mitchell’s New Universal Atlas.

This specific print has been exceptionally preserved and survives in Excellent/Fine condition, making it a premier investment piece or a stunning historical centerpiece for an office, library, or home.

🌟 Key Features & Collector Details

• Authentic 1854 First Edition: This is a genuine 172-year-old hand-coloured lithograph, not a modern digital reproduction or scan. It features the authentic centerfold crease as issued in the original mid-19th-century atlas.
• Vibrant Contemporary Hand-Colouring: The original, brilliant wash and outline colouring beautifully defines the county borders, remaining incredibly bright with minimal aging.
• The Iconic Mitchell Border: Framed by Mitchell’s highly sought-after, signature green floral-grapevine decorative border.
• Fascinating Historical Insets: Includes beautifully detailed inset maps of the Vicinity of Niagara Falls, the Vicinity of Rochester, and the city grid of Albany.
• Snapshot of Pre-Civil War New York: Documents a rapidly evolving state, charting early 19th-century railroad lines, the Erie Canal network, and expanding county townships just years before the American Civil War.

📐 Specifications

• Publisher: Thomas Cowperthwait & Co. (Philadelphia, 1854)
• Dimensions: Approx. 43 cm x 55 cm (17" x 21.5") — standard double-page atlas size.