Mark Twain's Satirical Fortifications of Paris MAP Samuel Clemens circa 1870

Description: Fortifications of Paris Map - 18" x 24" (457 mm x 610 mm) Satirical Map drawn by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens) This absurd satirical map of the Paris fortifications at the time of the Franco-Prussian war was originally published in September 1870, in the Buffalo Express. It was then reprinted with additional notes in The Galaxy for November 1870 "to satisfy the extraordinary demand for it which has arisen in military circles throughout the country. " Twain had a good explanation: "By an unimportant oversight I have engraved the map so that it reads wrong end first, except to left-handed people. I forgot that in order to make it right in print it should be drawn and engraved upside down. However, let the student who desires to contemplate the map stand on his head or hold it before her looking-glass. That will bring it right." At Carlson Brands, our goal is to produce a selection of high-quality reproductive maps. By combining a professional satin PolyPro production material with our state of the art Giclée printing process, we are able to offer the best quality & the most desirable characteristics – accurate colors, archival properties as well as both tear & water resistance. Our large catalog of first generation images are digitally captured directly from the original documents and therefore display both the original look & tone; this may include small tears, flaws and aging, which we feel can add to both authenticity and presentation. Because of this digital process, we can offer you the opportunity to secure a high quality, low cost image for your home, office or living space...and many are sized to fit into the more economical standard frame formats (frames sold separately). We offer an impressive assortment of world, continent, country, USA, state, county and city maps. Shop for maps in a variety of styles, including physical, pictoral, bird's eye view, panoramic, political, satellite, illustrated, antique and even painted! Our high quality maps make great display pieces for any room. Antique maps and world maps are some of our more popular options for living rooms, bedrooms and dining rooms. Enhance lobbies, conference rooms and other office spaces with professional wall maps of your business area. Create your ideal office environment with colorful reference maps of the area around your business, including county, city and metro area maps. Our maps are also used as reference and educational tools for students of all ages who can explore geography, history and navigation across the world with our selection of educational maps. Shipping & Handling We ship maps in heavy-gauge mailing tubes to ensure that each and every item gets delivered to your door in perfect "ready to frame" condition. We ship all orders within 24 hours of payment. Fast Service and Free Shipping Options! We are committed to getting your map to you when you need it. Upgraded Delivery as Fast as Next Day. Guarantee Our customers matter and the quality of your experience is our top priority. In the event that you are not satisfied with any item, you many return it within 30 days of receipt for a replacement or a refund. Shop with Confidence •100% Satisfaction Guarantee • No Hassle Returns • Secure, Fast Shipping

Price: 19.97 USD

Location: Merritt Island, Florida

End Time: 2024-09-04T17:00:36.000Z

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