Florida (with inset of Florida Keys). J. H. Colton, 1855. From the 1856 second edition of Colton’s Atlas of the World. Rich color with good impression. Clean. Extra light edge toning at side margins. This map would prove to be a prototype for a number of maps to follow by such noted cartographers as Johnson and Gray. It is considered to be among the most desirable of all Colton atlas maps. Identifies various cities, towns, forts, rivers, rapids, fords, and an assortment of additional topographical details. An inset in the lower left quadrant details the Florida Keys. Map is hand colored in pink, green, yellow and blue pastels to define county and state boundaries. Surrounded by Colton's typical spiral motif border. 12.75 x 16 inches.

Joseph Hutchins Colton (1800 - 1893), known professionally as J.H. Colton, founded an American mapmaking company which was an international leader in the map publishing industry between 1831 and 1890. J.H. Colton Company maps were printed using engraved steel plates, which produced higher quality prints than maps made with less costly wax engravings. They were often individually hand watercolored and were recognized for their decorative borders.

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