Lot 609: Asia

This small map of Asia was engraved by Samuel Neele for Rev. John Evans' "Geographical Grammar", published by James Cundee. It spans from the "Arctic or Icy Ocean" to the East Indies, and shows important cities, rivers, and topography. The Great Wall of China is located, Novaya Zemlya is split into two islands, and Papua New Guinea has an incomplete coast.

9.8" W x 7.81" H

1809

There is scattered light foxing, a small stain around the centerfold in Russia, printer's ink residue, and a centerfold separation in the bottom blank margin that has been closed on verso.