Antique Print of an Elevational Profile Near the Equator, 1854

Reference
BG-11849-1
Date
1854
Region
World
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
31.3 x 44.2 cm (12.3 x 17.4 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 220

Antique map titled 'Physical Geography'. Elevational profile drawing includes a large number of plant families, genera, and species names corresponding to the vicinity of the equator in America. This map orginates from 'General Atlas Of The World: Containing Upwards Of Seventy Maps (..)' by Adam & Charles Black.

Artists and Engravers: Engraved by G. Aikman.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: 1854 Overall size: 44.2 x 31.3 cm. Image size: 36.9 x 25.6 cm.

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