Topography of the United States of America by Yaggy, 1893

Topography of the United States of America, created by Levi Walter Yaggy in 1893, is a breathtaking piece that captures the intricate landscapes and cities of its time. Yaggy was renowned for his impressive educational charts from the 19th century, which used advanced chromolithography to introduce vibrant colors and striking contrasts to his representations of the world. His works, including this chart, were designed to be educational tools in classrooms, reflecting the beauty and complexity of geographical studies.

Now, you have the chance to own a part of this historical artistry with a high-quality fine art print crafted by The Unique Maps Co. This fine art print is lovingly restored to reflect the original's brilliance, allowing you to choose personalized options that suit your unique tastes, all printed on a robust archival matte paper to ensure its longevity.

Levi Walter Yaggy was an influential figure in educational illustrations in the late 19th century. He was not only an artist but a teacher who provided visual learning aids for academic settings. His attention to detail and use of vibrant colors made his works stand out, leading them to be among the most sought-after instructional charts of his era. Although many of Yaggy’s works focused on human anatomy, such as "Yaggy’s Anatomical Study," his geographical and astronomical charts remain most celebrated.

The artwork, "Topography of the United States of America," stands out due to its vivid portrayal and its educational purpose. Yaggy's masterful use of chromolithography allowed him to depict geographical details in an eye-catching manner, making this piece not only a decorative item but a historical document of educational progress.

The remarkable blend of aesthetics and educational value makes this print an exquisite addition to any collection. It brings a sense of history to modern-day settings, while its vibrant colors and meticulous detail ensure it captures the eye. Owning this print is not just about decoration; it’s about preserving an innovative part of educational history.

This fine art print would make a cherished gift for history enthusiasts, geography buffs, or anyone with a penchant for educational art. Perfect for occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, or Father's Day, it is a gift that encapsulates elegance, history, and educational heritage.

If you're not sure what size to order, or you're looking for a custom order of some kind – a different size, a different colour, a special frame – then please contact me. I usually respond within a few minutes.

You can see an example of my fine art personalisation service in the fifth image. Zoom in and take a look. My personalised artwork is always very well received. Take a look at more examples of personalisation.

You can also choose to age your art print to make it look older. This is popular amongst my customers who want their artwork to look like an older, antique print. You can see an example of ageing in the sixth product image, or go ahead and check out lots of examples of other aged artwork.

The model in the listing images is holding the 24x36in (60x90cm) version of this art print.

I can print and frame this beautiful piece of art at sizes up to 3 metres (10ft). If you are looking for a size or framing option that isn't available online, please get in touch.

This artwork is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. My standard frames come in six colours (black, dark brown, dark grey, antique gold, oak and white), and custom framing is available for an additional charge. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.

My standard frame is a gallery style black ash hardwood frame. It is simple and quite modern looking. My standard frame is around 20mm (0.8in) wide.

I use super-clear acrylic (perspex/acrylite) for the frame glass. It's lighter and safer than glass - and it looks better, as the reflectivity is lower.

Six standard frame colours are available for free (black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white and antique gold). Custom framing and mounting/matting is available if you're looking for something else.

Most maps are also available as a framed canvas. The map is printed on matte (not shiny) canvas, stretched over a box frame, and then 'floated' within a simple wood frame. The end result is quite beautiful, and there's no glazing in front of your map.

All frames are provided "ready to hang", with either a string or brackets on the back. Very large frames will have heavy duty hanging plates and/or a mounting baton. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

See some examples of my framed maps and framed canvas maps.

Alternatively, I can also supply old maps on canvas, foam board, cotton rag and other materials.

If you want to frame your map yourself, please read my map size guide first.

For most orders, delivery time is about 3 working days. Personalised and custom made maps take longer, as I have to do the personalisation and send it to you for approval, which usually takes a day or two.

Please note that for larger framed orders (over 40in/100cm), and some other framed sizes, the delivery time will be closer to 7-10 days.

If you need your order to arrive by a certain date, please contact me before you order so that we can find the best way of making sure you get your order in time.

I print and frame maps in 22 countries around the world. This means your map will be made locally, which cuts down on delivery time and reduces the chance of your map being damaged during delivery. There won't be any extra taxes or duties to pay, and we'll put less CO2 into the air.

All of my maps are well packaged and sent in a rugged tube if unframed, or surrounded by foam if framed.

I try to send out all maps within 1 or 2 days of receiving your order, though some products (like face masks or mugs) can take longer to make.

If you select Express Delivery at checkout your order we will prioritise your order and send it out by 1-day courier (Fedex, DHL, UPS, Parcelforce).

We can sometimes do next-day delivery if you order before 10am. But usually it's best to contact me first before you order.

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