Africa, Tallis/Rapkin map, 1853.

"Africa" 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 Arab Family of Algeria, Bedouin Arabs Camp, Bosjesman Hottentots, St.Helena and Korranna Hottentots. Good condition. Size 32.5 x 25 cms including decorative border, plus margins. Ref G1998