S. D. U. K.
Toulon.
S. D. U. K – Toulon. · Original Antique Steel Engraving, Hand Coloured · Baldwin & Cradock, 1st Dec. · London 1840
Eigenschaften
- Published: London
- Published date: 1840
- Technique: Steel engraving, hand colored
- Issue date: 1840
- Type: map
- Category: Toulon
- Size: 300 by 376mm (11¾ by 14¾ inches).
- Stock number: 23594
- Condition: In excellent condition. Only small tears at the bottom of the paper.
Article description
Article description
Original antique steel engraving, hand coloured in outline, showing Toulon. Published by Baldwin & Cradock, 1st Dec., London, 1840. Sheet: 300 by 376mm (11¾ by 14¾ inches).. A fine decorative example of antique cartography by S. D. U. K, rich in period detail and historical significance. S. D. U. K. was a cartographer active during the period indicated by this map. Their works document the geographical knowledge and cartographic craft of their era. This plan of Toulon is highly accurate and finely hand colored throughout. With many details of parks, places, buildings, streets, etc. At the bottom is a beautiful birds eye view of the town. In good condition consistent with age (published 1840). Colours well preserved. Some light age-toning to the sheet, as expected for an antique engraving of this period. No tears or significant foxing. A condition report is available on request.S. D. U. K – Toulon. · Original Antique Steel Engraving, Hand Coloured · Baldwin & Cradock, 1st Dec. · London 1840
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