THE BLACK SEA - 1858 original Tallis map by John Rapkin - $40 - (London, ON)

1858 Tallis map - The Black Sea by John Rapkin. Drawn and engraved by John Rapkin with Illustrations drawn and engraved by H Winkles. A detailed and highly decorative map of the area around the Black sea from around the time of the Crimea War with Russia. The map is enhanced by vignette illustrations of Sebastopol, Varna, Odessa, Sinope, Silistra, and Constantinople. Published by The London Printing and Publishing Company. The map measures 13' x 10 1/4' plus full original margins. In good condition with some toning and foxing, some original outline colouring and one original centrefold (1/2 inch tear at bottom edge)$8.50 shipping to U.S. and Canada. International, please inquire. Shipped folded.

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