Plan Philadelphia by Augustus Mitchell (27 results)

Map. Condition: Very Good. Original hand-colored leaf from John E. Potter and Company's, "The New Family Atlas." Please refer to photo for condition. PLEASE NOTE: If two images are shown they represent the obverse and reverse of the same leaf--not two separate leaves. Overall dimensions approx. 26" x 15.25". This item will be shipped flat. …

22 x 14 1/2 inches. Nic presentation of Philadelphia with Camden across the River. This later edition is post 1876 edition and pre 1884 edition. The railroad network coverage makes this a railroad map of distinction. Prominent buildings are depicted. Fairmont park is prominently displayed in the upper left of the map. Overall a nice presentation. Good condition with brittle paper yielding many small separation archival joined at the centerfold. W. H. Gamble (illustrator).…

Hand-colored map of Philadelphia from Mitchell's General Atlas. Full color by ward. Oriented with west to the top, north to the right. Extends from the Delaware to the Schuylkill Rivers, with very small sections of the opposite shores, from Morris Street in the south to Norris Street in the north.

No Binding. Condition: Very Good. MAP - 11x13" in color with decorative border.

Unbound, colored engraved map, decorative boarder, 14" x 11". Slight browning and aging; overall bright and clean and in very good shape. Maps are wrapped with acid free board, or in rigid sleeves. The Mitchell family started to produce atlases in 1846, and continued into the early 1890s. Around 1860, S. Augustus Mitchell Jr. took over, and the atlas would be called Mitchell's New General Atlas. This is a colorful map of the city of Philadelphia from the 1869 installment of that atlas. Unlike later Mitchell atlases, which often include Camden, New Jersey, this map features only Philadelphia. Extra postage may be required. Ristow 311-313.…

Unbound, colored engraved map, decorative boarder, 14"x 11". Slight toning and aging; overall bright and clear and in very good shape. Maps are wrapped with acid free board, or in rigid sleeves. The Mitchell family started to produce atlases in 1846, and continued into the early 1890s. Around 1860, S. Augustus Mitchell Jr. took over, and the atlas would be called Mitchell's New General Atlas. This is a colorful map of the city of Philadelphia from the 1870 installment of that atlas. Ristow 311-313. …

Map of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from Mitchell's General Atlas. Chipping and small tears at edges, printed area is in fine condition. Full color by ward, decorative border. Verso blank. No. 26. The copyright date is 1867, but it is not clear which edition of the atlas this map is from. The map is oriented with north at the right side.…

Unbound, colored engraved map, decorative boarder, 14"x 11". Slight toning and aging, a few small chips at the top edge; overall bright and clear and in very good shape. Maps are wrapped with acid free board, or in rigid sleeves. The Mitchell family started to produce atlases in 1846, and continued into the early 1890s. Around 1860, S. Augustus Mitchell Jr. took over, and the atlas would be called Mitchell's New General Atlas. This is a colorful map of the city of Philadelphia from the 1861 installment of that atlas. Ristow 311-313.…

Unbound, colored engraved map, decorative boarder, 14"x 11". Slight toning and aging; overall bright and clear and in very good shape. Maps are wrapped with acid free board, or in rigid sleeves. The Mitchell family started to produce atlases in 1846, and continued into the early 1890s. Around 1860, S. Augustus Mitchell Jr. took over, and the atlas would be called Mitchell's New General Atlas. This is a colorful map of the city of Philadelphia from the 1864 installment of that atlas. Ristow 311-313. …

Unbound, colored engraved map, decorative boarder, 22 1/2"x 14 1/2". Slight toning and aging; overall bright and clear and in very good shape. Maps are wrapped with acid free board, or in rigid sleeves. The Mitchell family started to produce atlases in 1846, and continued into the early 1890s. Around 1860, S. Augustus Mitchell Jr. took over, and the atlas would be called Mitchell's New General Atlas. This is a fairly colorful double page map of the city of Philadelphia from the 1882 installment. The Camden portion of the map is to the side, and almost set up as an inset. Ristow 311-313 Phillips 907. …

This map was made by S. Augustus Mitchell for "Mitchells New General Atlas" published in 1885, by WM. M. Bradley & Co. The well maintained maps in this atlas feature Mitchell's characteristic pastel coloring and abundant details of geographical features. A plan of the cities of Philadelphia and Camden is illustrated. Details include the names of streets, rail road lines, ferry routes, cemeteries, parks and important buildings. City sections are differentiated by coloring. These 1885 maps offer a fascinating perspective of areas that have since undergone significant growth and change, in addition to their value as great examples of Mitchell's work. This map measures 20 inches by 13.5 inches.…

This map of Philadelphia and Camden was made by S. Augustus Mitchell for "Mitchells New General Atlas" published in 1888, by WM. M. Bradley & Co. The well maintained maps in this atlas feature Mitchell's characteristic pastel coloring and abundant details of geographical features. Details include the names of streets, railroads, rivers, transportation routes, and various points of interest. These 1888 maps offer a fascinating perspective of areas that have since undergone significant growth and change, in addition to their value as great examples of Mitchell's work. This map measures 21.5 inches by 14.5 inches.…

unbound. Map. Engraving with original hand coloring. Image measures 14.5" x 22". This fantastic double page city plan or town plan of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania includes downtown Philadelphia and Camden and is one of the most beautiful maps of Philadelphia to be included in a 19th century atlas. Shows streets, notable buildings, parks, railroads, etc. Unlike most maps of Philadelphia from the period, this map depicts the regions west of the Schuylkill River, as far west as Millbourne and Cobbs Creek. The map is in very good condition with minor toning along edges and along centerfold. Dated and copyrighted. Samuel Augustus Mitchell Sr. (1792-1868) was one of the leaders in American cartography of the 19th century and pioneered the conversion of engraved map plates to more affordable lithographic plates. His son, Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. continued his father's successful mapmaking and publishing business, and was one of the most prolific and renowned 19th century American publishers. …

This map came from Mitchells New General Atlas, 1881. This map shows major railroads, water bodies, and towns. Decorative ivy border, and nice colorful detail. Would look nice framed!' This map measures 22 inches by 15 inches.

This hand colored map was made for "Mitchells New General Atlas" published in 1868 by S. Augustus Mitchell, Jr. The plan of Philadelphia is illustrated on one map on this map. Sections of the city are distinguished by color. Other details includ0e the names of streets, and important buildings, railroads, major roads,and rivers. The pastel coloring in this atlas is very beautiful and more muted than typical. This map measures 13 inches by 11 inches. …

unbound. Map. Engraving with original hand coloring. Image measures 14.5" x 22". This fantastic double page city plan or town plan of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania includes downtown Philadelphia and Camden and is one of the most beautiful maps of Philadelphia to be included in a 19th century atlas. Shows streets, notable buildings, parks, railroads, etc. Unlike most maps of Philadelphia from the period, this map depicts the regions west of the Schuylkill River, as far west as Millbourne and Cobbs Creek. The map is in very good condition with minor toning along edges and along centerfold. Dated and copyrighted. Samuel Augustus Mitchell Sr. (1792-1868) was one of the leaders in American cartography of the 19th century and pioneered the conversion of engraved map plates to more affordable lithographic plates. His son, Samuel Augustus Mitchell Jr. continued his father's successful mapmaking and publishing business, and was one of the most prolific and renowned 19th century American publishers. …

Incisione in acciaio, dipinta d'epoca a tutto campo, 290x355. Carta del territorio tutto inquadrato entro bordura decorativa con vitigno intrecciato. Buon esemplare ben conservato, minime macchie marginali e numero 36 manoscritto a inchiostro bruno con lievi aloni agli angoli inferiori e antica numerazione a inchiostro all' angolo inferiore di destra.…

This map was made by S. Augustus Mitchell for "Mitchells New General Atlas" published in 1887. The well maintained maps in this atlas feature Mitchell's characteristic pastel coloring and abundant details of geographical features. The plans of the cities of Philadelphia and Camden are illustrated on this double page map. Details include the names of streets, important buildings, rivers, lakes, parks, railroads and cemeteries. Sections of the city are distinguished by color. These 1887 maps offer a fascinating perspective of areas that have since undergone significant growth and change, in addition to their value as great examples of Mitchell's work. This map measures 21.5 inches by 14.5 inches.…

Condition: Good. Engraved map. Outline color. Matted.

S. Augustus Mitchell,Jr. made this hand colored map for Mitchells New General Atlas in 1870. Philadelphia is illustrated on this map. Sections of the city are distinguished by bright pastel colors. The railroads, rivers, parks and the names of streets are identified. This map measures 13 inches by 11 inches.…

This hand colored map was made for "Mitchells New General Atlas" published in 1877 by S. Augustus Mitchell. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Camden, New Jersey are illustrated on this map. Sections of the city are highlighted by color. Other details include the names of streets and illustrations of important buildings, parks, rivers, railroads, and ferry routes. This map measures 22 inches by 14.5 inches.…

This map was produced by Augustus Mitchell in 1878 for his New General Atlas. Highlights of this map are Mitchells traditional grapevine border, characteristic pastel coloring and abundant details of geographical features. This double-paged, city plan map of Philadelphia and Camden shows major railroads, water bodies, streets, cemeteries, parks, and government/public buildings. Districts and surrounding neighborhoods are distinguished by color. This 1878 map offers a fascinating perspective of areas that have since undergone significant growth and change, in addition to the value as great examples of Mitchell's classic mapmaking style. This map measures 22 inches by 14.5 inches.…

With characteristic floral boarders and beautiful, muted pastel coloring, these 1864 maps are fantastic examples of Mitchells work. The names of streets, parks, rivers, lakes, and railroads are identified. This hand colored map illustrates the plan of Philadelphia. This map measures 13 inches by 11 inches.…

This map was produced by S. Augustus Mitchell in 1875 for his New General Atlas. This map shows Mitchells traditional grape vine border, characteristic pastel coloring and abundant details of geographical features. Counties are distinguished by different colors. Wagon trails and major routes of transport are also shown. These 1875 maps offer a fascinating perspective of areas that have since undergone significant growth and change, in addition to their value as great examples of Mitchell's work. This map measures 22 inches by 14.5 inches.…

This map of Philadelphia and Camden was produced by Augustus Mitchell in 1879 for his New General Atlas. Highlights of this map are Mitchells traditional grapevine border, characteristic pastel coloring and abundant details of geographical features. This 1879 map offers a fascinating perspective of areas that have since undergone significant growth and change, in addition to the value as great examples of Mitchell's classic map-making style. This map measures 22 inches by 14.75 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 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 Philadelphia. City streets, railroads, important buildings, and ferry routes are noted. This map measures 13 inches by 10.5 inches.…

This exceptional map is from "Mitchells New General Atlas" published by S. Augustus Mitchell, Jr in 1861. This steel plate engraved map has original hand coloring and crisp engraved lines. Maps from this 1861 ( 2nd edition) atlas have become very difficult to acquire. Surrounding this map of Philadelphia is a ' inch floral border. Counties, provinces, many cities,rivers and lakes are identified on this beautiful map. This map measures 13 inches by 11 inches.…