JAMAICA BY JOHN TALLIS 1850

JAMAICA

A highly decorative map showing Jamaica issued by John Tallis, probably one of the best known map-makers and publishers of the 19th Century. The maps were published circa 1850 and are considered the last series of decorative maps of the world. Contained within an elaborate border, the maps are generally decorated with vignettes and scenes depicting particular views and  local inhabitants. The present map of "Jamaica" has a number of vignette views including Kingston and Port Antonio. The map was drawn and engraved by John Rapkin.

Measures approx. 240 x 320 mm. Good condition, see photo.

Original outline hand colour, with a later wash on the vignettes.

A guaranteed genuine antique map.