Reptiles of the World Snakes Turtles Lizards World Map 1856 Blackwood map
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & PrintsGeographical Division and Distribution of Reptilia (Reptiles).
(World Maps, Reptiles, Snakes, Turtles, Frogs, Chameleon).
Issued 1856, Edinburgh by William Blackwood and Sons. Engraved by W & A.K. Johnston.
Detailed and lovely large mid 19th century color lithographed folio map with piano key border.
With two large engraved scenes of Reptiles in the Old and New worlds plus a detailed mountain height comparison diagram at top left.
Well preserved, nice looking example with pleasing age patina.
Original center fold as issued.
Sheet Measures c. 21 3/4" H x 27" W.
Engraved Area Measures c. 20" H x 24" W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.
[R24730].