United Kingdom & Ireland · 19th century
€ 340
One of a kind: this is the sheet in the photographs. Ships from Langweer, the Netherlands.
Very good, with no significant tears or defects. Wide margins with some foxing spots and minor discoloration.
This 1830 German-language map, titled Britisches Reich – C. Kon: Ireland, focuses on the province of Leinster in eastern Ireland, highlighting the counties of Dublin, Wicklow, Carlow, Wexford, Kilkenny, Queens (Laois), Kings (Offaly), Westmeath, Longford, Kildare, East Meath, and Louth. The map was published in Leipzig by Georg Joachim Goschen as part of the Atlas von Europa nebst den Kolonien, designed for businesspeople, newspaper readers, and owners of the Conversations-Lexicon. It was lithographed by O. Hermann and edited by W. E. A. von Schlieben.
Each county is outlined in hand-applied color, with major towns, rivers, roads, and coastal details finely engraved. The Irish Sea (Das Irländische Meer) is labeled, and key cities such as Dublin, Kilkenny, Waterford, and Wexford are clearly marked. The map also shows the borders with Ulster, Munster, and Connaught, making it a valuable representation of early 19th-century Irish geography.
Condition Report:
Paper Quality: 19th-century laid paper with natural toning.
Engraving: Crisp lithographic print with sharp details.
Coloring: Original hand-applied outline coloring, well-preserved.
Margins: Wide margins with light foxing and minor discoloration.
Overall Condition: Very good, with no significant tears or defects.
Framing Tips:
Matting: Use an acid-free off-white mat to highlight the map’s aged character.
Glass: Museum-grade UV-protective glass to prevent fading.
Frame Style: A simple dark wood or gilt frame complements its antique style.
Mounting: Archival backing for long-term preservation.
This is a fine example of German-published 19th-century cartography, ideal for collectors of Irish maps and historical geography.
