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C1856
Zoological geography. Geographical division and distribution of the birds of Europe from the latest authorities
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Spectacular world ornithological map, from the extra large sized issue of Johnston’s, Physical Atlas of Natural Phenomena.
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Full Title:
Zoological geography. Geographical division and distribution of the birds of Europe from the latest authorities
Date:
C1856
Mapmaker:
Condition:
In good condition, with centre folded as issued.
Technique:
Colour printed engraving.
Image Size:
610mm
x 490mm
AUTHENTICITY
Genuine antique
dated:
1856
Description:
Spectacular world ornithological map, from the extra large sized issue of Johnston’s, Physical Atlas of Natural Phenomena.
Alexander Keith Johnston (1804 - 1871)
Johnston was a Scottish cartographer educated the University of Edinburgh. He was apprenticed to the Edinburgh engraver and mapmaker, James Kirkwood. In 1826 he and his brother William began in a printing and engraving business, forming the well-known firm of W. and A. K. Johnston. Johnston was a prolific mapmaker and publisher. He was soon professionally recognised by being appointed Geographer Royal of Scotland. In October 1849 he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and in 1862 he was a founding member of the Meteorological Society of Scotland.
