Isthmus of Panama, most elegant Talllis antique map c1851.

$195.00

Antique map of Isthmus of Panama c1851, with finely engraved wide border and engraved scenes of The Port of Chagre and Gold Seekers of Their Way over the Cordilleras. The proposed railway and Panama Canal communications are coloured red, and the pale blue wash along coastline and coloured pen outlining of the regions are also contemporary (as published).

A finely detailed decorative antique map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin, with illustrations drawn by H. Warren & engraved by J. Wrightson for John Tallis & Company, London & New York. Tallis maps were noted for their finely engraved borders and small 'vignette' views depicting notable features within the region shown.

John Tallis was the driving force behind Tallis and company publications, but John Rapkin was greatly responsible for the company's high reputation for publishing accurate, finely engraved maps. Tallis maps were among the last decorative maps published, as this extra labour-intensive skilled work added considerably to the time and cost of production.

This antique map is in fine condition with vertical centre fold that enabled inclusion in a publication half the size of the map. Page size is 270 x 355mm (approximately 10 5/8 x 14 inches)

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