Antique Map of China and an Inset Map of Japan, 1882

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Antique Map of China and an Inset Map of Japan, 1882

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Antique map titled 'China and Japan'. Old map of China and Japan, with an inset map of the Islands of Japan. This map originates from 'The Royal Atlas of Modern Geography, Exhibiting, in a Series of Entirely Original and Authentic Maps, the Present Condition of Geographical Discovery and Research in the Several Countries, Empires, and States of the World' by A.K. Johnston. Published by W. and A.K. Johnston, 1882. Artists and Engravers: Alexander Keith Johnston LLD (1804-1871) was a Scottish geographer. He was a pupil of the Edinburgh engraver and mapmaker, James Kirkwood. In 1826, he joined his brother William (who would become Sir William Johnston, Lord Provost of Edinburgh) in a printing and engraving business, forming the well-known cartographical firm of W. and A. K. Johnston. Condition: Fair, general age-related toning. Large split on center fold. Please study image carefully. Date: 1882 Overall size: 61.1 x 49.6 cm. Image size: 57.4 x 44.4 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.

Dimensions:
Height: 19.53 in (49.6 cm)Width: 24.06 in (61.1 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1882
Condition:
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-11823-351stDibs: LU3054326143922