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C1890
Map showing the Geographical Distribution of Plants, Embodying Humboldt & Schouws’ Systems, & the distribution of the Palm Family, the Various Genera of Pines, & Erica.
Mapmaker:
Two world maps on the one sheet, showing the geographical distribution of plants throughout the world and the distribution of important plants used as food for human consumption. From Philips’ Atlas of Physical Geography,
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Full Title:
Map showing the Geographical Distribution of Plants, Embodying Humboldt & Schouws’ Systems, & the distribution of the Palm Family, the Various Genera of Pines, & Erica.
Date:
C1890
Mapmaker:
Condition:
Good condition, with centre fold as issued.
Technique:
Colour printed engraving.
Image Size:
200mm
x 275mm
Paper Size:
270mm
x 335mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1890
Description:
Two world maps on the one sheet, showing the geographical distribution of plants throughout the world and the distribution of important plants used as food for human consumption.
From Philips’ Atlas of Physical Geography,
George Philip (1799 - 1882)
Philip was a London geographical publisher, globe maker, and founder of the firm George Philip & Son. He started business in 1834 in Liverpool and from about 1848 he traded as "George Philip & Son" with his son and successor George Phillip II (1823-1902. Philip retired 1 July 1879 and the business was coninued by his son and nephew.
