"Asia" classic decorative Tallis/Rapkin map published in Tallis's The Illustrated Atlas ..., about 1853. Steel engraved map with original outline hand colour, the more desirable version without a centrefold and with good margins. The decorative vignettes include Petra, Russian Peasants, Tartars and the Walus. Good condition. Size 32 x 25.5 cms including decorative border, plus margins. Ref G1978
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