NORTHERN HEMISPHERE, 1802

This rare hand-coloured original copper-plate engraving of the Northern Hemisphere with the North Pole at its centre was published by Wm. Faden on May 1st, 1802; tight margins, top and bottom, are as published as a folding map

Presented in good condition, with some peripheral wear at the fold line and small upper tear but without damage extending into the image, on studio board with protective clear film - image size 57.2cm (22 1/2in) diameter