Item number: ASI341
Genuine Antique Hand Colored Map
1864
Maker: Johnson and Ward.
Antique hand colored map of Japan by Johnson & Ward, from Johnson's New Illustrated Family Atlas of the World published in 1864. Shows the many prefectures of Japan, with inset maps of Yesso and the Japanese Kuriles, and the Bay of Nagasaki. Compiled from the maps of Siebold with additions from the surveys and reconnaissance of the US Japan Ex. With an explanation of Japanese terms used on the map. This map was published just 11 years after Japan opened its doors to trading with the West. Good condition with some surface soiling, minor spotting. Approx. 12.5 x 15.5 inches to the outer border edge.
Item Number: ASI341