MAP, Eastern Hemisphere, Tallis
Eastern Hemisphere. John Tallis, Eastern Hemisphere, from Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, 1850 (circa). Hand Color. One of the most decorative 19th century maps surrounded with fine steel engraved vignettes of the people and animals of the hemisphere and an exotic decorative border. The Steam Route for the British Empire is shown in blue. Illustrations are by H. Warren and engraved by J. Rogers. The map was drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin.
Dimensions: 10.1 x 13.2 in
Condition Report: Original outline color with short centerfold separations at top and bottom that have been professionally repaired on verso. Grade: A
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Eastern Hemisphere. John Tallis, Eastern Hemisphere, from Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, 1850 (circa). Hand Color. One of the most decorative 19th century maps surrounded with fine steel engraved vignettes of the people and animals of the hemisphere and an exotic decorative border. The Steam Route for the British Empire is shown in blue. Illustrations are by H. Warren and engraved by J. Rogers. The map was drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin.
Dimensions: 10.1 x 13.2 in
Condition Report: Original outline color with short centerfold separations at top and bottom that have been professionally repaired on verso. Grade: A