unbound
1851 · London
by TALLIS, John
London: Tallis, John, 1851. unbound. very good. Rapkin, J.. Map. Steel engraving with original hand outline. Image measures 10" x 13". Detailed map of N South America with part of the Caribbean Sea. Four Tallis vignette include: "Fall of the Bagota", "Paramaribo" and "Chimborazo" and some tropical birds in flight. Small closed tears lower right margin but not affecting the image, otherwise in good condition. 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, and this lovely map exemplifies his work. (Inventory #: 204791)