China Provincial Map Beijing Peking Macao Hong Kong Taiwan 1846 scarce map Hungary & Bohemia Drawn on the Spot

Drawn on the Spot

Mahogany Tree

The wood engravings display a remarkable primitive charm

while also being nicely printed on over sized heavy stock paper which has been lightly coated and thus gives a reflective sheen in the light

China Provincial Map Beijing Peking Macao Hong Kong Taiwan 1846 scarce map Hungary & Bohemia Drawn on the SpotChina. (Asia, China, Beijing, Peking, Macao, Hong Kong, Taiwan). Issued 1846, Edinburgh by A. K. Newman of London Orr & Sons, Glasgow. Mid 19th century engraved map with original outline hand color. Piano key border. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet measures c. 16 1 4" H x 12 1 2" W. Engraved area measures c. 13 3 4" H x 11" W. [R22387].