Geological Map of Australia, 1930s, Set of 2

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Large and highly detailed geological map of the Commonwealth of Australia, compiled under the direction of Sir Tannatt William Edgeworth … Read more Large and highly detailed geological map of the Commonwealth of Australia, compiled under the direction of Sir Tannatt William Edgeworth David (1858–1934), one of the leading geologists of his time. Issued in 1931, this impressive map is printed in vivid colors to illustrate the geological structure of the continent. It is presented in four large sections, each linen-backed for durability, which together measure approximately 165.6 × 202.0 cm (65 × 79.5 inches). When folded, the sheets reduce to a convenient 19.6 × 13.6 cm and are housed in the original cloth slipcase (21.5 × 15.0 cm). The map is sold as a folding map and NOT in a frame! The map is accompanied by the official explanatory notes, published in Sydney in 1932, which provide additional plates, folding illustrations, and tables clarifying the geological data.

Condition: Unframed map in four large linen-backed sections, minor foxing, original cloth box worn and stained. Explanatory notes volume rubbed and faded, with library stamps, but complete. Technique: Colour-printed geological map, linen-backed; letterpress volume with plates and folding tables. Maker: Sir Tannatt William Edgeworth David, Sydney, 1931–1932. See less