Eastern Europe · 19th century
€ 59
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Antique map plate 48 : 'Aziatisch Rusland. Balkasj Meer en omstreken.' Original antique map of Russia in Asia, showing Lake Balkhash and surroundings. This lithographed map originates from: 'Wereld-atlas voor Kantoor en Huiskamer' (transl: World Atlas for the office and living room), by J. Kuyper, published in 1880 - 1882 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands by G. L. Funke. Artists and Engravers: Jacob Kuyper (1821 - 1908), Dutch cartographer.
Artist: Jacob Kuyper (1821 - 1908), Dutch cartographer.
Condition: Good, given age. Original middle fold, as issued. Minimal staining in fold. General age-related toning or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
Date: c.1880
Overall size: 23.7 x 18.9 cm.
Image size: 0.001 x 20.1 x 16.5 cm.
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