Colton's Greece and the Ionian Republic c. 1920 Surrounding the large map is

Surrounding the large map is a series of insets

then features notable animals per each continent all drawn with great care

a favorite for Africa that features the latest explorations to the interior and many interesting notations (one that debunks the centuries old theoretical "Mountains of the Moon")

Image size with text 12

From the nomads of the Sahara

Colton's Greece and the Ionian Republic c. 1920 Surrounding the large map isColton's Greece and the Ionian Republic Colton was a notable 19th century American publisher who published quality hand colored maps that were current with the constant changes of the era. This map for the area features the roads, cities, towns and terrain with distinguising hand color. Colton maps are pretty rare in the scope of 19th century publishing. Has attractive decorative border. Condition is very good with some age toning. Image size is