Antique Map of Australia and Polynesia by A. Stieler (1862)

A.Stieler

Published by J. Perthes, 1862

About this Item

Antique print titled 'Australien und Polynesien'. This fascinating 1862 map by Justus Perthes and Stieler depicts Polynesia and Australia. There is an inset of southeastern Australia and Tasmania. On the bottom left there is a relative elevation chart. Unlike other cartographic publishers of the period, the Justus Perthes firm, did not transition to lithographic printing techniques until the early 1870s. Instead, all of his maps are copper plate engravings and hence offer a level of character and depth of detail that was impossible to find in lithography or wax-process engraving. All text in German. Issued in the 1862 edition of Stieler's Schul-Atlas. General age-related toning and minor defects from handling. Folding repaired on verso. Please study image carefully. Overall size: 30,5 x 24 cm. Image size: 25,5 x 20 cm. The collection of Bartele Gallery includes over 50,000 authentic antique maps, sea charts, prints and books. Our Abebooks store includes a selection of maps, prints and books for SALE prices. Please visit our other online sales channels to explore our complete collection of original antique maps and prints!. Seller Inventory # JAK026

Bibliographic Details

Title: Antique Map of Australia and Polynesia by A....

Publisher: J. Perthes

Publication Date: 1862

Binding: No Binding

Condition: Good