Map Canada West Counties by Augustus Mitchell (6 results)

In 1860 S. Augustus Mitchell Jr. took over his father's map publishing business and in that year he started publishing Mitchell's New General Atlas. Editions of the new general were issued annually until 1887. Mitchell Jr. continued publishing this atlas until 1879. The editions from 1880 to 1887 were published by Wm. M. Bradley. This map published in 1865 is a wonderful example of Mitchell's map-making prowess with beautiful original hand-coloring. This map measures 13.5 inches by 10.5 inches.

With characteristic floral boarders and beautiful, muted pastel coloring, these 1864 maps are fantastic examples of Mitchells work. Regions, important cities, rivers, lakes, and railroads are identified. Western Canada is illustrated on this hand colored map. This map measures 13.25 inches by 10.75 inches.

The Mitchell company was one of the first to try out the new technique of engraving on steel plates, experimenting with steel almost 20 years before the rest of the publishing industry. He was printing with steel in the early 1830s; the general switch to steel engraving was approximately 1850. During the early years of the company, Mitchell published mainly maps and travel guides. In 1860, Mitchell started producing "Mitchell's New General Atlas". Mitchell Sr. retired and turned the business over to his son of the same name. The New General Atlas was published until 1893. Today Mitchell maps are sought after for their fine engraving, bright coloring, and attention to detail. They are some of the finest maps produced in the 1860's. This map, produced in 1863, shows Mitchell's famous flower border, which is only seen in the early editions of his atlases. This map shows western Canada. This map measures 14 inches by 11 inches.

This beautiful map of Canada was made by S. Augustus Mitchell, in 1860, for his New General Atlas. This map features bright original hand coloring that differentiates regions and country sections, a decorative floral border, and fine detailing (including provinces, cities, rivers, lakes, and other geographical features). This map measures 13.25 inches by 10.5 inches.

The Mitchell company was one of the first to try out the new technique of engraving on steel plates experimenting with steel almost 20 years before the rest of the publishing industry. He was printing with steel in the early 1830s; the general switch to steel was approximately 1850. During the early years of the company, Mitchell published mainly maps and travel guides. In 1860, Mitchell started producing "Mitchell's New General Atlas",and Mitchell Sr. retired and turned the business over to his sonof the same name. The New General Atlas was published until1893. Today Mitchell maps are sought after for their fine engraving, bright coloring, and attention to detail. They aresome of the finest maps produced during this time period. This map produced in 1866, has Mitchell's unique floral border, and beautiful hand coloring. This map details Western Canada in Counties. Counties, cities, towns, lakes, rivers, mountains, and transportation routes are noted. Each map was printed on thick paper with vibrant hand color. This map measures 12.5 inches by 10.5 inches.

The Mitchell company was one of the first to try out the new technique of engraving on steel plates, experimenting with steel almost 20 years before the rest of the publishing industry. He was printing with steel in the early 1830s; the general switch to steel was approximately 1850. During the early years of the company, Mitchell published mainly maps and travel guides. In 1860, Mitchell started producing "Mitchell's New General Atlas",and Mitchell Sr. retired and turned the business over to his son of the same name. The New General Atlas was published until 1893. Today Mitchell maps are sought after for their fine engraving, bright coloring, and attention to detail. They are some of the finest maps produced in the 1860's. This map produced in 1867, has Mitchell's unique floral border, and beautiful hand coloring. This map details Canada West. Counties, cities, towns, transportation routes and topographical features are noted. This map measures 13 inches by 10.5 inches.