ALABAMA.

Cartographer / Artist: Thomas Gamaliel Bradford / Engraved by George Washington Boynton

Date Created: 1838

Medium: Engraving with original outline hand color

Physical Dimensions: 11 x 14.5 inches

Geographic Scope: Alabama, United States

Archive Catalog ID: 1778

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Alabama

A detailed 1838 map of Alabama published in Thomas G. Bradford's *An Illustrated Atlas*, illustrating early county formations, river systems, towns, and transportation routes during a period of rapid southern development.

Condition: Minor age toning along extreme outer margins. Light pencil stock annotations in right and bottom margins. Hand. colored county borders remain vibrant and clear. Full original margins preserved

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ALABAMA.

By Thomas Gamaliel Bradford / Engraved by George Washington Boynton

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period 1838 Engraving with original outline hand color by Thomas Gamaliel Bradford / Engraved by George Washington Boynton documenting Alabama, United States. Measures 11 x 14.5 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

Acquisition Status$100
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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Engraving with original outline hand color
Sheet / Plate Size
11 x 14.5 inches
Date / Era
1838
Geographic Scope
Alabama, United States
Archive Catalog ID
1778
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Minor age toning along extreme outer margins
  • Light pencil stock annotations in right and bottom margins
  • Hand
  • colored county borders remain vibrant and clear
  • Full original margins preserved

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

A detailed 1838 map of Alabama published in Thomas G. Bradford's *An Illustrated Atlas*, illustrating early county formations, river systems, towns, and transportation routes during a period of rapid southern development.

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