Greece, Tallis/Rapkin map, 1853.

"Greece" 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 Temple of Jupiter at Athens, Ancient War Chariot and Greek Corsairs off Corfu. Good condition. Size 31.5 x 25 cms including decorative border, plus margins. Ref G1963