1860
Maker: SDUK/Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge
Antique page of maps of islands in the Pacific published by Edward Stanford in The Family Atlas under the superintendence of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, 1860. Includes Tahiti, Samoa, Sandwich Islands (Hawaii), Juan Fernandez, Admiralty Islands, among others. Steel plate engraving with original hand-coloring. SDUK maps are known for being highly detailed, including topography, towns, villages, roads, railroads, canals, etc. Good condition with mild foxing, and some mild toning. Measures approx. 12.5 x 15.5 inches to the neatline.
Item Number: OCE171