Large Antique Caribbean Map, Guadeloupe, Antigua, Scottish, Framed, Georgian

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This is a large antique map of the West India Islands. A Scottish, framed triptych of three Caribbean Leeward islands, … Read more This is a large antique map of the West India Islands. A Scottish, framed triptych of three Caribbean Leeward islands, dating to the late Georgian period, circa 1817.

A fine excerpt from John Thompson's (1777 - 1841) A New General Atlas of 1817, presenting the three islands from the Caribbean Leeward Isles with contemporary naming - Guadaloupe, Mariegalante and Antigua.

Impressive scale and appealing 19th century cartography as entered within an atlas
Displays a desirable aged patina and in gently time-worn order, commensurate with age
Set within a tasteful later frame, behind clear and bright glass
Map within a cream card border, with mounting wire to the reverse

Engraved by Kirkwood & Son of Edinburgh from John Thompson's cartography
Presents Guadeloupe, Antigua and Marie-Galante as individual insets
Each hand-coloured to the border, and annotated with a high level of detail
Shows place names, topography and scale for each island

This is a fascinating antique map of the West India Islands, known today as the CAribbean Leeward Islands. Delightfully annotated with copious information and detail, this large map is a treat for collectors or for those with a connection to the islands featured. Delivered ready to display.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 77cm (30.25'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 67.5cm (26.5'')

Map Width: 62cm (24.5'')
Map Height: 51cm (20'') See less