This a very handsome, large folding map of the world on Mercators (flat) projection that has been dissected into 40 linen-backed sheets with... Show moreThis a very handsome, large folding map of the world on Mercators (flat) projection that has been dissected into 40 linen-backed sheets with burgundy marbled paper backs. There are two insets of the two hemispheric polar regions. The worlds oceanic trade winds, monsoonal activities, submarine telegraph cable routes and mail packet routes are all shown and listed in great detail. Complete with original slipcase (worn), covered in burgundy morocco with gold lettering. All British territorial possessions are depicted in pink. Map dissected and mounted on cloth between covers Main Heritage Shelves General HC.MAP.01151 Print Map Item-ID: i11404048 BIB-ID: 1172747 Show less
