Auction 55, Bid & Bloom, April 7th
Tue, Apr 7, 2026 12:00PM EDT
Lot 123
George Washington's Own Map of Mount Vernon, 1793 (Facsimile)
Estimate: $200 - $400
Starting Bid
$20
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $5 |
| $50 | $10 |
| $150 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $500 |
| $15,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $100,000 | $5,000 |
- Description: A detailed survey map illustrating the five farms that comprised Washington’s 8,000-acre estate: Mansion House Farm, Union Farm, Dogue Run Farm, Muddy Hole Farm, and River Farm.
- Historical Context: The original was hand-drawn by Washington to provide a clear overview of his agricultural operations and land holdings.
- Key Features:
- Detailed boundaries of individual farms and fields.
- Inclusion of the Potomac River and local topography.
- Topographical references and handwritten notations (reproduced from the original).
- Condition Note: The item shows some minor creasing and edge wear consistent with its age as a mid-20th-century reproduction. It is currently unframed and held by weights for display.
- Dimensions: 17x22
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