Russia in Europe Part X, General Map.

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• PUBLISHER: Published by the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, London.

• MEDIUM: Handcolored engraving,

  DATE: 1840

• EDITION SIZE: 15 1/2 x 12 1/4" (395 x 311 mm) plus margins.

• DESCRIPTION: This map shows a large area of Russia extending from the Arctic Ocean and White Sea in the north to the Black Sea and Caspian Sea in the south. The publishers, Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, better known as SDUK, was an English enterprise devoted to spreading the most up to date cartographic information and enhancing geographical understanding and knowledge of the world. Over a period of years, the maps that the SDUK produced were issued by various publishers. The following is a breakdown. Baldwin & Craddock, 1829-36. Chapman & Hall, 1844. C. Knight, 1844-52. G. Cox, 1852-3. Stanford, 1857-70. The maps from this series are known for their fine engraving and attention to detail.

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• CONDITION: Good condition and orignal hand coloring.

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• CATEGORIES: Maps