Southern India ~Catalog 61~ The map of Northern Africa

The map of Northern Africa is surrounded by five small vignettes relating to native life of the region including scenes from Tunis

The perils illustrated are the typical overblown native aggresions

they include its neighboring state

Each page shows many scenes which typify the native culture

Southern India ~Catalog 61~ The map of Northern AfricaTallis produced some to the most decorative maps issued in the 19th century. All have baroque vignettes and unique ornate borders. The map shows southern India with seven vignettes including a very decorative one of Shuhur, Jeypoor. Condition is good save for some scuffing and minor loss around one vignette. Image size is 13 inches x 9. 5 inches with some outline color.