Maryland and Delaware, Cram's Atlas

This original atlas plate from George F. Cram's renowned late 1880s atlas presents Maryland and Delaware in the distinctive chromolithographic style that made Cram one of America's premier cartographic publishers. The soft pastel county colorations in pink, yellow, green, and blue create both a useful reference document and an appealing decorative piece. The map captures the Mid-Atlantic region at a pivotal moment in American development, with detailed railroad networks threading through agricultural counties and connecting growing cities like Baltimore, Washington, and Philadelphia. The Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries are rendered with care, reflecting their importance to regional commerce and culture. County seats, small towns, and geographic features are meticulously labeled in the elegant serif typography characteristic of Victorian American cartography. A distinguished addition to any collection of antique American maps, this plate offers both historical depth and visual charm. The Cram Company's reputation for accuracy and quality printing is evident in every detail, from the careful color registration to the comprehensive geographic notation. Size: 9.5" x 13.25" Artist: George F. Cram Condition: Very Good, Age-appropriate wear. Paper toning in accordance with the print's age. Marks/stains as per photo. Wear around the edges and minor paper loss might be present in some prints. Original fold lines may be present. Please refer to each print's image to get a better understanding of the condition.