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 1841 Hand-Colored, Lithographed Antique Map of Upper Canada
- Authentic Old Map -
by Thomas G. Bradford |
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In 1840, the British Parliament passed the Act of Union that created the new Province of Canada. The Act merged Lower Canada and Upper Canada into a single colony (still not a wholly independent nation). This was done in response to grwoing unrest in the colonies, which culminated in the Rebellions of 1837. The two Provinces were renamed Canada West and Canada East.
This beautiful hand-painted map of was created in 1838 by Thomas G. Bradford. Although the copyright shows 1838, this piece was probably printed in 1841. However, it does not reflect the changes that occurred in 1840, so the map was probably made from the 1838 plates.
If you are looking for an unusual piece of art, to decorate a home or office, these truly "limited-edition" prints are perfect. Antique maps are extraordinary examples of the 19th Century printing and engraving arts. As conversation pieces they are unequaled. Each beautiful old map is an actual snapshot of our history. Any of these, increasingly rare, works of art are also some of the most thoughtful (and personal) gifts you can give. Unlike so many other gifts, antique maps and prints allow you to present someone a piece of their past.
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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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