unlike most 19th century Government nautical charts which were printed on a thin tissue paper
William Ewart Gladstone]
Finely engraved world map which focuses on the voyages of Discovery of the 18th century
Quite remarkable and fascinating for what is certainly among the very earliest depictions of a hippopotamus to appear in Western culture
In Good+ to near VG [or better] condition: displays normal light minor age toning as typical
Italy Italia Papal States Kingdom of Naples Sicily Tuscany 1804 Arrowsmith map Church State unlike most 19th century GovernmentItaly. (Europe, Italy, Piedmont, Sardinia, Veneto, Tuscany, Papal States, Kingdom of Naples, Sicily). Issued 1804, Phila. after Arrowsmith. Engraved by Marshall. Early 19th century engraved map, with lovely hand color. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, very narrow shaved blank margin at top right corner area, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Original fold line. Sheet Measures c. 8 3 4" H x 10 3 4" W. Engraved Area Measures c.