Description: Scarce Original Antique Map by John Blair, London, c. 1768 INDIA, INDO-CHINA AND PART OF MALAYSIA M-11361: ''A MAP of the EAST INDIES from the latest Authorities and Observations…'' Published in London: John Blair, c. 1768. Fine engraved map with hand-coloring, centerfold as issued, blank verso. Image Size: 16.25 x 22 inches This map depicts the East Indies with countries named and in contrasting colors. The map locates India and Ceylon (Sri Lanka) to the West and extends past Canton, China in the East. Also depicted are the Kingdom of Siam (Thailand), the Malaya peninsula, the regions of Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, as well as the island of Sumatra and western portion of Borneo. The inset, top, provides an enlarged view of ''The PHILIPPINE ISLANDS''. Topographical features are shown and major cities, towns, islands, mountains, deserts and waterways are identified. Additional comments are found in the map, including “Wild People inhabit these Hills” (Kingdom of Pegu) and “Hendons a Savage People” (near Azmir). A scarce and finely detailed map of the region from the mid seventeen hundreds. This is an original map, about 250 years old, not a reproduction, and it is in very fine condition as shown in the photos. Map comes with a Certificate of Authenticity. We have been full-time dealers in Illuminated Manuscripts, Maps, Prints and Antiquities since 1980.
Price: 240 USD
Location: Akron, Ohio
End Time: 2024-03-01T01:31:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: 14.75 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Date Range: 1700-1799
Format: Atlas Map
Printing Technique: Copper Plate
Year: 1768
Cartographer/Publisher: John Blair
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Country/Region: China and Southeast Asia
