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C1841
Van Diemens Land.
Mapmaker:
Detailed engraved map of Tasmania with decorative border. From Barclay, J. A Complete and Universal Dictionary of the English Language…London
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Full Title:
Van Diemens Land.
Date:
C1841
Mapmaker:
Condition:
In good condition.
Technique:
Hand coloured copper engraving.
Image Size:
198mm
x 250mm
Paper Size:
208mm
x 276mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1841
Description:
Detailed engraved map of Tasmania with decorative border.
From Barclay, J. A Complete and Universal Dictionary of the English Language…London
Alexander George Findlay (1812 - 1875)
London geographer, chartmaker, publisher and engraver. He worked with John Purdy on compiling charts and sailing directions for Richard Holmes Laurie, taking charge of the firm's hydrographic work on Purdy's death in 1843. Elected to the RGS 8 Jan 1844, proposed by his father, John Arrowsmith and the artist, William Brockedon. He became manager and eventually owner of the Laurie firm in 1858.
