New England Auctions
Live Auction

Baseball - Sports - Historical - Political

Sat, Jun 27, 2020 11:00AM EDT
Lot 285

Important Plan of New Haven - Amos Doolittle-1824

Estimate: $3,000 - $5,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$300 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
Amos Doolittle (1754-1832) Important and exceptionally rare March 28, 1824 map of New Haven, Connecticut. Surveyed & Published by A. Doolittle Engraver New Haven. Engraved in 4 parts on individual copper plates, mounted on hard board. Opening: H 31-1/2", W 39-1/4" approx. Frame size: H 34-1/2" W42". Please see link for high res photos: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/bxowwnm4f7b83fl/AACgiPU6hfxSMgWXUrJbP_ESa?dl=0 Doolittle lived in New Haven for over 60 years. He was a copper engraver that played an important part in the independence of the colonies. Excellent condition with minor imperfections. Professionally framed. Collection of Laura Mitler.