Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth 1795 Partition 1832 Carey & Lea mini map

Poland Previous to its Partition in 1795 between Russia, Austria & Prussia, Showing also its Present Extent of Territory.

(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Europe, Eastern Europe, Poland, Lithuania, Polish Partition, Russia, Prussia, Austria).

Issued 1832, Philadelphia by Carey & Lea for Starling. Engraved by F. Dankworth.

Charming little early 19th century American produced map, engraved with original hand color. A gem miniature, precisely engraved with great delicacy and skill.

Paper has uniformly toned to give the map a unique mellow visual glow unlike anything modern.

A very nice looking example, most pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c. 6 3/4" H x 4 1/4" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 5 1/2" H x 3 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.

[B12438].