Africa
London: Tallis, John, 1851. Map. Steel engraving of the African continent with original hand coloring and centerfold. Image measures 9.75" x 12.75". Includes insets of geographical and cultural details such as St. Helena and the Hottentots. Small chip to lower left corner. John Tallis Jr. (1817-1876) was a London born bookseller who continued the prolific map publishing company started by his father. After a partnership with his brother, Tallis Jr. expanded the business to New York in 1849 as well..... More