Russia in Asia, Tallis/Rapkin map, 1853.

"Russia in 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 Troitsk, Skorskarskoi Pagost and a Bear. Good condition. Size 32.5 x 25.5 cms including decorative border, plus margins. Ref G1993