1819 Antique Map of Asia - 'Asien' by Simon Schropp et Comp, Berlin
€ 1 900
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Date
1819
Sheet size
55.5 × 61.6 cm (21.9 × 24.3 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13370-2
Condition
Repaired: Repair on folding line and a few tears, one closed tear above the Ladrones. Wear consistent with age and use. Original outline coloring. General age-related toning. Minor wear and soiling. Repair on folding line and a few tears, one closed tear above the Ladrones. All nearly invisible.
About this sheet
Antique map titled 'Asien'. Original old map of Asia. Published in Berlin by Simon Schropp et Comp, 1819.
"1819 Antique Map of Asia - 'Asien' by Simon Schropp et Comp, Berlin. This original old map of Asia, meticulously published in Berlin, showcases the geographical knowledge of the early 19th century. The map features intricate detailing of Asian regions, including the vast expanse of Russia in the north, the Indian subcontinent, the sprawling Chinese Empire, Southeast Asia, and the Middle East. It highlights important cities, rivers, mountain ranges, and trade routes of the era. The map is adorned with ornate borders and cartouches, reflecting the cartographic artistry of Simon Schropp et Comp. An exceptional piece for collectors and historians, capturing the historical geography and exploration of Asia in the early 1800s."
