A detailed and attractive 19th century map of Switzerland which was drawn and engraved by John Dower and published in Augustus Petermann’s A Descriptive Atlas of Astronomy, and of Physical and Political Geography (London: Orr & co., c.1850). An interesting feature in the bottom border is the height comparison of all the major mountains in Switzerland / the Alps including Mont Blant and the Matterhorn.
- This is an original steel engraving with original hand colour.
- Printed area is approximately 26cms by 21.6cms.
- The map is in very good condition with decent margins. Click on image for a better view.
- The item comes displayed in a ready to frame acid free mount.
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- Guaranteed to be over 150 years old.
