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Antique Map of the Coast of Southwest Asia by Kitchin, c.1770

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Antique map titled 'Chart of the Coast of Persia, Malabar & c'. Antique map of the coast of Southwest Asia. It shows the Maldives and part of Persia and India. Published for the 'London Magazine'. Artists and Engravers: Thomas Kitchin (or Thomas Kitchen (1718 - 1784) was an English engraver and cartographer, who became hydrographer to the king. He was also an author, who wrote about the history of the West Indies. Condition: Fair, age-related toning. Repair on large tear near 'Bombay'. Blank verso, please study image carefully. Date: c.1770 Overall size: 20.5 x 25 cm. Image size: 18 x 23 cm. We sell original antique maps to collectors, historians, educators and interior decorators all over the world. Our collection includes a wide range of authentic antique maps from the 16th to the 20th centuries. Buying and collecting antique maps is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Antique maps have proved a richly rewarding investment over the past decade, thanks to a growing appreciation of their unique historical appeal. Today the decorative qualities of antique maps are widely recognized by interior designers who appreciate their beauty and design flexibility. Depending on the individual map, presentation, and context, a rare or antique map can be modern, traditional, abstract, figurative, serious or whimsical. We offer a wide range of authentic antique maps for any budget.
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1770
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Repair on large tear near 'Bombay'. Condition: Fair, age-related toning. Repair on large tear near 'Bombay'. Blank verso, please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: JAK-8771stDibs: LU3054327795502

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