Antique decorative map of Europe, by John Tallis (1817-1876).
With 6 decorative views around the map, a scene of seal hunting, an arab with camel, a slave market, Lapland travellers, Russian travellers, and ships in the sea.
The map has been drawn & engraved by J. Rapkin, the illustrations drawn by J. Marchant & engraved by J. Rogers.
John Tallis (1817-1876) was a British map publisher. He began his career with London street views. For the Great Exhibition of 1851, Tallis published the Illustrated World Atlas, one of the last series of decorative world maps ever produced. The maps were engraved by John Rapkin, a skilled artisan.
Size with margins : 26,5 x 37 cm / 10,2 x 14,5 inches Condition : very good condition. Edition: John Tallis & Company, London & New York, 1851, 19th Century |
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Due to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you