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John Tallis:  Ceylon





Title: Ceylon

Map Maker: John Tallis

Place / Date: London / 1851

Coloring: Hand Colored

Size: 13 x 10 inches

Condition: VG+

Price: SOLD

Inventory ID: 24102


Description:

Striking full color example of the John Tallis map of Ceylon.

Decorative Vignettes Lake of Kandy, Adams Peak from the Lake of Colorado, Temple of Buddha Kalany and the Ruins of the Dagora at Toopharamaya Engraved for R. Montgomery Martin's Illustrated Atlas. Tallis was one of the last great decorative map makers. His maps are prized for the wonderful vignettes of indigenous scenes, people, etc. Remarkable color.


Related Categories:
Maps of India
Asian Islands

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