Antique Map of China, 1874

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Antique map titled 'China'. Detailed map of China originates from Blackie's 'The Comprehensive Atlas & Geography of the World'. Artists … Read more Antique map titled 'China'. Detailed map of China originates from Blackie's 'The Comprehensive Atlas & Geography of the World'. Artists and Engravers: Edward Weller, English cartographer of which little is known of his personal life although he produced a number of important maps and was elected a member of the Royal Geographical Society. Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Few small tears and splits on folding line, please study image carefully. Date: 1874 Overall size: 37.5 x 54 cm. Image size: 34 x 50 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. See less