A Map of New Spain 1810 Online Hot Sale

Drawn by Alexander von Humbolt, this great map dates from the period just after the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 when little was known about the provincia of Texas. Interesting note: longitude is shown as degrees West from Paris . This beautiful reproduction is printed on heavy, acid-free stock and is excellent for framing.

This beautiful map drawn by the famous German Baron, Alexander von Humboldt represents a synthesis of state-of-the-art cartographic knowledge of Mexico in the early years of the 19th century. It bears the full title Carte du Mexique et des Pays Limitropher Situres ou Nort et E est and although the text is in French, American place names have English (or very close equivalent) spellings. This beautiful reproduction is printed on heavy, acid-free stock and is excellent for framing.