Distribution of Marine Life Fish Mollusks Zoology 1856 Blackwood folio map Ancient & The Known World smooth spines richly gilt decorated

smooth spines richly gilt decorated with lettering

any flaws relatively minor and easy to overlook or forgive

some edge wear or short closed splits

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Distribution of Marine Life Fish Mollusks Zoology 1856 Blackwood folio map Ancient & The Known World smooth spines richly gilt decoratedMap of the Distribution of Marine Life, Illustrated Chiefly by Fishes, Molluscs, & Radiata. (World Map, Zoology, Marine Life, Fish, Mollusks). Issued 1856, Edinburgh by William Blackwood and Sons. Engraved by W & A. K. Johnston. Detailed and lovely large mid 19th century color lithographed folio map with piano key border. Fine decorative appeal. Well preserved, nice looking example with pleasing age patina. Original center fold as issued. Sheet