
Description
Cape Colony'. Vignettes: The Entrance to the Knysna; Graham's Town; Cape Town; Lion . Map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin; vignette illustrations drawn by H Warren & engraved by H Bond. Published by John Tallis & Co. Published 1851. Antique engraved map by J Rapkin, published by John Tallis. Original outline hand colour, decorative border, and attractive inset vignette views. Size 37 x 27 cm | 14.5 x 10.5 inches. Condition: Good; suitable for framing. The image shown may have been taken from a different example of this map than that which is offered for sale. The map you will receive is in good condition but there may be minor variations in the condition from that shown in the image. This map was coloured by hand at the time of publication, thus the colouration may vary slightly between different examples of the map; the colouring applied to the map you receive may differ slightly from that shown in the image. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain. Tags: Cape Colony, Cape Town, Grahamstown, South Africa, South Africa + Tallis, South Africa + Tallis + Tallis's Illustrated Atlas, South Africa + Tallis John & Rapkin John, South Africa + Tallis's Illustrated Atlas
Reserve: $165.00
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Reserve: $165.00
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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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CAPE COLONY. Cape Town / Grahamstown views. South Africa. RAPKIN/TALLIS 1851 map
Estimate $200-$250
Starting Price
$100
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