Mid-19th century map of eastern South Africa

TALLIS, John.

Natal and Kaffraria.
London, John Tallis & Co., c.1851. Original outline colour. Steel engraving, 350 x 250mm.

A detailed map of eastern South Africa, showing from Fredericksburg north to Maputo, with attractive vignette views of Durban (Port Natal).
The map was drawn and engraved by John Rapkin for the 'The Illustrated Atlas, and Modern History of the World, Geographical Political, Commercial & Statistical', edited by Montgomery Martin, which was one of the last decorative atlases to be published.


Stock ID : 18539