China and Japan 1917
005A-66
$ 49.00
Vintage original print: China and Japan share an orographic (landforms) and bathymetric (subsea terrain) map focused on the natural features of these countries and the surrounding seas and islands. Terrain is shown by elegant hypsometric tints, colors used to indicate land elevations and ocean depth. Details include geographic regions, rivers, waterbodies, coastal bays and harbors. Inset maps of Hong Kong and Tokyo (Tokio) are included.
Publisher/Author: Oxford Press
Page Size: 18 (w) by 14 3/8 (h) inches
Map Size: 17 1/2 (w) by 14 1/8 (h) inches
Mat Size: 24 by 20 inches
Optional mat with backing board: Crescent Select 100% virgin alpha-cellulose, conservation-grade board stock, 4 ply thickness (.050"-.060"). Mat and backing board are neutral, off-white in color with a white core, 100% acid- and lignin-free to protect the map print. Each mat opening is a custom cut with a 45° beveled edge for optimal presentation.
Fits any standard 20 by 24 inches picture frame. See Mats and Frames for more information.
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Snapshot in time: The year this map was published, the U.S. entered WWI by declaring war on Germany. All Puerto Ricans became U.S. citizens after it became a territory. Nicholas II, the last Russian Tsar, abdicated.
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