1927 Map of the Del Monte Peninsula by Jo Mora

22" x 29.25" Color Lithograph in very good condition. paper loss at corners, pin holes and chipped edges with a repaired 3" tear at bottom center. Original 1st edition of this early, important and popular historic illustrated map with all the characters and humor of Jo Mora, favored son of the area, although born in Paraguay, he lived in Monterey he's entire professional career . Underwritten by the Del Monte Corporation through the land devision, Del Monte Properties to promote the newly developing 17 mile drive on the Monterey Peninsula originally created around the Del Monte Hotel by the company in the 1880's . This 1927 map updates the perspective for the roaring 1920's ! Bought new by the parents of our source . honest patina, charming as is and worthy of conservation for e better final state on this whimsical piece of great merit.