Cram 1891 Antique Map of England & Wales Reviews
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In the 1890s, the United States was beginning to behave like a world power. The country was linked by railroads from coast to coast and north to south. Idaho, Wyoming and Utah became states. The Indian Territory was quickly being opened up to non-Indian settlement. By the end of the decade, the U.S. was recognized as a power to be respected when the Spanish-American War ended with the U.S. taking control of Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Philippine Islands. Elsewhere in the world, the European powers were battling each other and the native inhabitants for control over most of Africa and much of Asia. Also in Asia, war between Japan and China breaks out. It is ended with China recognizing the independence of Korea and Japan ceding territories back to China. This more than 110 year old work was made using the wax-engraving map printing process pioneered by cross town (Chicago) rival Rand McNally. This process created high-quality, low-cost maps and and forced many competitors of Cram and Rand McNally out-of-business (Cram now operates out of Indianapolis). If you are looking for an unusual piece of art, to decorate a home or office, these truly "limited-edition" prints are perfect. Antique engravings, & prints are extraordinary examples of the 19th Century printing and engraving arts. As conversation pieces they are unequaled. A beautiful old print or engraving 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 prints allow you to present someone a piece of the past. Please choose from the options below (for more information on custom inscriptions, click "Inscriptions" link at left)
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