This one of a kind original antique map of the State of New York comes from S.A. Mitchell New General Atlas published at No. 81 South Sixth St. Philadelphia in 1866. Mitchell, Sr. had acquired the rights to the Universal Atlas in 1845 from H. Tanner who first published it in 1836. Subsequently Mitchell Sr. sold most of his copyrights to Desilver by 1857. Mitchell Jr. reacquired the copyrights from Desilver in 1860 and published editions into the 1880's. Please check the legend for this maps condition. this map does have a 2 inch tear from the bottom entering 1 inch into the image that has been professionally repaired. This authentic vintage map of the State of New York has a blank verso or back side and beautiful coloring on sturdy paper. This old map of New York is truly a fine piece of the State of New York history at the end of the American Civil War. This historical map of New York would make a fine addition to any collection or for beautiful display in home or office decoration.