Cape Colony Map Drawn & Engraved By J Rapkin C1851

Cape Colony Map Drawn & Engraved By J Rapkin C1851

USD 62.12 USD
SKU: 7vBxYF09
Categories: Antiques

Specifications

AntiqueYes
Date Range1800-1899
TypePhysical Map
Printing TechniqueCopper Plate
FormatSheet Map
Year1851
Era1800s
Original/ReproductionAntique Original
CityCape Town
Country/RegionAfrica, South Africa

A detailed mid 19th century map of the Cape Colony, South Africa, drawn and engraved by John Rapkin, with vignettes by H Warren and H Bond. Published by The London Printing and Publishing Company. The decorative border and vignettes are typical of the style at that time. The vignettes in each corner depict the entrance to the Knysna, view of Cape Town, Graham's Town and a male lion. Map size is 36cm x 28cm.

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