Antique decorative engraved map of Falkland islands & Patagonia, by John Tallis (1817-1876).
The map is embellished with a decorative border and 5 decorative views all around: Jason islands, penguins, sea eagles, fugeans, Christmas Sound in Tierra del Fuego.
The map has been drawn & engraved by J. Rapkin, the illustrations drawn by H. Winkles & engraved by W. Lacey.
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 : 37 x 26,8 cm / 14,5 x 10,2 inches Condition : very good condition, handed colored Edition : John Tallis & Company, London & New York, 1851, 19th Century |
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A Certification of Authenticity can be issued on request.
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WE DON'T SELL LASER AND COPIES MAPS, ALL WE SELL IS ORIGINAL AND ANTIQUE.
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.