Antique 1830 Map of Munster, Ireland with Limerick, Cork, Kerry and Tipperary
€ 340
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Date
1830
Sheet size
26.5 × 32.7 cm (10.4 × 12.9 in)
Reference
BG-13711-9
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
Very good, with no significant tears or defects. Wide margins with some foxing spots and minor discoloration.
About this sheet
This 1830 German-language map, titled Britisches Reich – C. Kon: Ireland, focuses on the province of Munster in southern Ireland, highlighting the counties of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford, Cork, and Kerry. 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 cities, rivers, roads, and coastal details finely engraved. The Atlantic Ocean (Atlantische Meer) and Irish Sea (Irische Meer) are labeled, and key cities such as Limerick, Cork, Killarney, and Waterford are clearly marked. The rugged coastline, including Dingle Bay, Bantry Bay, and the Shannon Estuary, is depicted with precision, reflecting early 19th-century cartographic accuracy.
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.
