China Qing Empire Korea Formosa Hainan Beijing Shanghai Peking 1844 Walker map September2017 5 miniature books

5 miniature books

(World map)

covers measures c

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

Other prints inside include: 'The United States Iron-Clad 'Passaic' as She Will Appear at Sea" "Interior of the Turret of the 'Passaic'" "Aquia Creek

China Qing Empire Korea Formosa Hainan Beijing Shanghai Peking 1844 Walker map September2017 5 miniature booksChina. (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):