California Silk-Flyers "Escape" Map Interesting coverage for what was

Interesting coverage for what was a very remote area at the time

The Mexican-American war was underway after the US had forced Mexico's hand

the fullest expanse of the Mexican Empire

This fine lithograph shows a classic view of a native woman in profile

Flanked with dozens of sketch images for towns and sights of interest

California Silk-Flyers "Escape" Map Interesting coverage for what wasCalifornia . A thorough folding map of the state made in the year of the great San Francisco quake. Intended for travelers and shippers, these large folding maps didn't miss much for the towns, rail lines, and general terrain of the state. This for California includes several insets for San Diego, Los Angeles as well as San Francisco. Condition is good with some very minor corner separations. Image size is approximately 37 x 32. 5 (inches)