Map of Guatemala or the Former United Provinces of Central America, 1845

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Map of Guatemala or the Former United Provinces of Central America, 1845

About the Item

The image is an antique map titled "Guatemala or United States of Central America," which is drawn from J. Wyld's "An Atlas of the World," published in 1845. The map illustrates the region of Central America that was known as the United Provinces of Central America or the Federal Republic of Central America, which existed from 1823 to 1841, and consisted of the modern nations of Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica. In the mid-19th century, such maps would have been based on the "latest Astronomical and Geographical Observations," making them the cutting-edge representation of the world's geography. The map probably includes detailed topographical features such as mountain ranges like the Sierra Madre de Chiapas, volcanic belts, and river systems like the Motagua River. Coastal details along the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea are likely to be precise, with key ports marked. Political divisions, as they were recognized at the time, are outlined and shaded in different colors to differentiate between the states of the former federal republic and the surrounding regions. The intricate details such as place names, both of indigenous and colonial origin, transportation routes, and geographic landmarks reflect the understanding of the terrain at that time. The overall presentation is functional yet elegant, with a neat border grid surrounding the map, and the title prominently displayed. This map not only provided geographical information but also a political statement about the sovereignty and division of territories in Central America during a time of significant change and upheaval in the region. The work of cartographers like J. Wyld contributed significantly to the dissemination of geographic knowledge during the Victorian era.

Dimensions:
Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 0.02 in (0.5 mm)
Materials and Techniques:
Paper
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1845
Condition:
General age-related toning. Minor wear, light staining. Blank verso, please study image carefully.
Seller Location:
Langweer, NL
Reference Number:
Seller: BG-12894-81stDibs: LU3054323139212