Russia in Europe
London: Tallis, John, 1851.
Map. Steel engraving with original hand outline. Image measures 13.75" x 9.5".
Detailed map of the western portion of Russia, from the Baltic Sea to Ural Mountains. Vignettes include "Napoleon's Flight from Moscow", a "Traveling Sledge", "Polish Captives on their way to Siberia" and a "Russian Bear". Map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin, illustrations by A. H. Wray and engraved by T. Fleming. 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 as Boston, Cincinnati, Rochester, Philadelphia and Baltimore. He is remembered as one of the last decorative map makers.
Illustrator: Rapkin, J.
Binding: Unbound
Language: English
Price: $150.00
Item #304823