Lot 473: Boston. John Norman (d. 1817) Plan of the Town of Boston. [from] The Boston Magazine's Geographical Gazetteer. Boston: Norman, White,

Est: $600 USD - $800 USDSold:

SkinnerBoston, MA, USNovember 16, 2014

Item Overview

Description

Boston. John Norman (d. 1817) Plan of the Town of Boston. [from] The Boston Magazine's Geographical Gazetteer. Boston: Norman, White, and Freeman, [c. 1784-1789]
Small format engraved map on paper, issued with the magazine listed above in 1784 and again with the first Boston Directory in 1789, the top line imperfectly inked and printed, with the words "Geogl. Gazr." and "Bos. Mag." just barely legible, exact issue unknown; old folds, some browning and water stains, mat burn, mounted on heavier paper of the same period with an engraving titled "A New Drawing Book," that may have been a title page, with William Tringham's imprint, 6 x 9 in.

Artist or Maker

John Norman

Condition Report

The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.

Auction Details

Fine Books & Manuscripts

Skinner

November 16, 2014, 10:00 AM EST

The Heritage on the Garden 63 Park Plaza, Boston, MA, 02116, US

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