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"China", Johnston, W. & A.K.

Subject: China

Period: 1845 (circa)

Publication: National Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:

24.1 x 19.7 inches
61.2 x 50 cm

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This detailed map of China extends to include Korea, and features an inset of the Pearl River Delta, including Hong Kong. A note explains that the eastern coast was based on Admiralty Charts from 1840-43. There is good detail of political boundaries, cities, and rivers, and the Great Wall is shown.

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Condition: B+

A nice impression with contemporary outline color on a sturdy sheet with minor toning along the centerfold and light toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $90 - $110

Sold for: $16

Closed on 11/20/2024

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"China", Johnston, W. & A.K.

Subject: China

Period: 1845 (circa)

Publication: National Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:

24.1 x 19.7 inches
61.2 x 50 cm

This detailed map of China extends to include Korea, and features an inset of the Pearl River Delta, including Hong Kong. A note explains that the eastern coast was based on Admiralty Charts from 1840-43. There is good detail of political boundaries, cities, and rivers, and the Great Wall is shown.

References:

Condition: B+

A nice impression with contemporary outline color on a sturdy sheet with minor toning along the centerfold and light toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $90 - $110

Sold for: $16

Closed on 11/20/2024

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"China", Johnston, W. & A.K.

Subject: China

Period: 1845 (circa)

Publication: National Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:

24.1 x 19.7 inches61.2 x 50 cm

This detailed map of China extends to include Korea, and features an inset of the Pearl River Delta, including Hong Kong. A note explains that the eastern coast was based on Admiralty Charts from 1840-43. There is good detail of political boundaries, cities, and rivers, and the Great Wall is shown.

References:

Condition: B+

A nice impression with contemporary outline color on a sturdy sheet with minor toning along the centerfold and light toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $90 - $110

Sold for: $16

Closed on 11/20/2024

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24.1 x 19.7 inches
61.2 x 50 cm