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Original Detailed Antique Map of Southern India and Most of Ceylon, 1744

About the Item

Antique map titled 'A Map of India on the west Side of the Ganges, comprehending the coasts of Malabar, Coromandel and the Island Ceylon'. Map of Southern India and most of Ceylon, from Baglana, Balagata and the Kingdom of Golconda to Cape Port & Town of Gallo in Ceylon. Artists and engravers: Emanuel Bowen (1694?-1767) was a British engraver and print seller. He was most well-known for his atlases and county maps. Although he died in poverty, he was widely acknowledged for his expertise and was appointed as mapmaker to both George II of England and Louis XV of France. His business was carried on by his son, Thomas Bowen. He also trained many apprentices, two of whom became prominent mapmakers, Thomas Kitchin and Thomas Jeffreys.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1740-1749
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1744
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Fair, age-related toning. Tear right margin and few other tiny tears. Please study image carefully.
  • Seller Location:
    Langweer, NL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: BGJC-00266 1stDibs: LU3054326953432

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