Old Original Antique Map of Western Canada, 1882

Reference
BG-11823-44
Date
1882
Region
Americas
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
49.5 x 61.2 cm (19.5 x 24.1 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 280

Antique map titled 'Dominion of Canada'.

Old map of Western Canada. This map originates from 'The Royal Atlas of Modern Geography, Exhibiting, in a Series of Entirely Original and Authentic Maps, the Present Condition of Geographical Discovery and Research in the Several Countries, Empires, and States of the World' by A.K. Johnston. Published by W. and A.K. Johnston, 1882.

Artists and Engravers: Alexander Keith Johnston LLD (1804-1871) was a Scottish geographer. He was a pupil of the Edinburgh engraver and mapmaker, James Kirkwood. In 1826, he joined his brother William (who would become Sir William Johnston, Lord Provost of Edinburgh) in a printing and engraving business, forming the well-known cartographical firm of W. and A. K. Johnston.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully.

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