Mid 19th century map of North America with decorative vignettes

TALLIS, John.

North America.
London, JohnTallis & Co., c.1850. Original outline colour. Steel engraving, printed area 355 x 255mm.

A little faint toning of edges.

A detailed map of North America, with decorative borders and vignettes including native Americans, Inuit, beavers, Mexican antiquities, Niagara Falls and a 'Convoy of Diamonds'.
The map was drawn and engraved by John Rapkin for the 'The Illustrated Atlas, and Modern History of the World, Geographical Political, Commercial & Statistical', edited by Montgomery Martin, which was one of the last decorative atlases to be published.


Stock ID : 21584