China Qing Empire Korea Formosa Hainan Beijing Shanghai Peking 1844 Walker map September2017 Appleton's Hand Atlas of Modern

Appleton's Hand Atlas of Modern Geography in 31 Maps Exhibiting Clearly the More Important Physical Features of the Countries Delineated and Noting all the Chief Places of Historical

any specific example (like this lot) is likely among a relative handful still extant

17" H x 12 1/4" W

5 miniature books

12 pages total

China Qing Empire Korea Formosa Hainan Beijing Shanghai Peking 1844 Walker map September2017 Appleton's Hand Atlas of ModernChina. (Old Maps, 19th Century, Asia, China, Qing Empire, Korea, Formosa, Taiwan, Hainan, Peking, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Macau). Issued c. 1844 7, Boston by Walker. Mid 19th century engraved map with lovely hand color. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, thin crease down center, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 8 3 4" H x 11 1 4" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 7 1 2" H x 9 1 4"W. Cartographic Reference(s):