ARTIST: Edward Stanford
PUBLISHER: London. Edward Stanford, 6 Charing Cross.
MEDIUM: Engraving, hand colored,
DATE: 1874
EDITION SIZE: Image size 15 x 12 1/4" (38.3 x 31 cm).
DESCRIPTION: A numbered key identifies 25 of the principal mountains and lakes. Color coded to show the natural watersheds.<br><br> This map appeared in "The Complete Atlas of Modern Classical and Celestial Maps,... Constructed and engraved on steel, under the superintendence of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge...".<br><br> The Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, aka SDUK, was an English enterprise devoted to spreading the most up to date cartographic information and enhancing geographical understanding and knowledge of the world. Over a period of years, the maps that the SDUK produced were issued by various publishers. The following is a breakdown. Baldwin & Craddock, 1829-36. Chapman & Hall, 1844. C. Knight, 1844-52. G. Cox, 1852-3. Stanford, 1857-74. The maps from this series are known for their fine engraved quality and attention to detail.
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CONDITION: Good condition with original outline color.
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