Antique map of Tibet, Mongolia and Manchuria, 1851

Antique map of Tibet, Mongolia and Manchuria, 1851John Tallis was a British map publisher and engraver active during the 19th century. In 1851, he published a series of maps titled "Tallis's Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World." This atlas contained maps of various regions, including Tibet, Mongolia, and Manchuria, which were significant areas in Asia during that time. The maps in Tallis's atlas were known for their decorative and artistic qualities. They often featured elaborate

and globe maker

a prototype for a helicopter

The birds themselves are stylized and geometric

and yellow creating a tranquil and contemplative mood

The use of bold lines and vibrant colors is characteristic of Picasso's Cubist style

It is also a tribute to the power and influence of Bacchus

The map of the city of Antwerp (also known as Antwerpen or Anvers) and its surroundings

including Surrealism and Abstract Expressionism

interlocking planes that almost dissolve into pure abstraction

and the resplendent Durbar Squares of both Kathmandu and Patan

with its bold use of color and abstract forms suggesting a world of pure imagination and creative energy

"Le Banderillero" is a beautiful example of Picasso's innovative approach to art