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 Reproduction of an 1841 Hand-Colored, Lithographed Map of the Republic of Texas
- Antique Map Reproduction -
by Thomas G. Bradford |
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In 1836, Texas declared it's independence from Mexico. After the fall of the Alamo to Mexican troops led by Santa Anna, the new Republic of Texas ratified a Constitution that resembled that of the United States. In May of 1836, Santa Anna was defeated at San Jacinto and agreed to recognize the new nation. Texas remained was an independent nation until the very end of 1835, when it became part of the United States
Highly sought after and difficult to find, this beautiful hand-painted map of Texas as a Republic was created in 1838 by Thomas G. Bradford. Although the copyright shows 1838, this piece was probably printed in 1841. In the year this map was engraved, the boundaries of the new nation were vague. This map features the generally accepted borders. It shows the major land grants and the few counties that had been created since Independence. Towns, roads, and geographic features are shown in detail.
This is, by far, the most rare map we have ever had in our collection (one of these maps recently sold for $4,500). Therefore, we have meticulously reproduced this piece to match the color and detail of the original. Each piece is individually printed using the same method used to create limited edition art. We use 100% cotton rag, fine art paper. This heavy textured paper is made in one of the oldest paper mills in England. Created using a mold process it closely resembles hand laid paper. In may respects these reproductions are more attractive than the original antique maps.
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All sizes shown are approximate. Matted maps or prints are smaller than the "matted" dimensions shown by about 6".
All of our authentic, more than 100-year old, maps and prints come double matted within museum quality, archival rag mat boards at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE.
Due to the INCREDIBLY high shipping prices charged for OVERSIZE shipping, shipping charges may be higher than quoted for items that measure more than a total of 70" (matted height + width). For example a matted piece measuring 32" x 40" would be considered OVERSIZE (72"). For complete delivery information, see Information page.
All our authentic antiques are one-of-a-kind items. Since they are actual old works of art expect small imperfections. In some cases we may have more than one of a particular map or print. Since each is unique they may vary slightly from the item shown (when we have more than one if a particular item, the colors may be different than those shown). Each antique map or print has been dry cleaned by hand and are conservation mounted and protected in attractive rag mats. Every work in our gallery carries a lifetime guarantee of authenticity (authentic antiques only) and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee (see Information page for details). Again, the sizes stated are approximate.
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