Antique Map of Asia, French, Framed, Atlas, Continental Cartography, Georgian

Our Stock # 25853

This is an antique map of Asia. A French, framed atlas representation of the continent, dating to the late 18th century, circa 1800.

A fine framed excerpt, originaly published in the Atlas Moderne ou Collection de Cartes sur Toutes les Parties du Globe Terrestre, circa 1780. Compiled and engraved by Jean Denis Javier and Jean Lattré respectively.

• Fascinating cartographic interest of the Asian continent in the 18th century
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Set within a quality later frame, with fine grain interest and clear, bright glass
• Dressed to the rear with hanging wire for ease of mounting
  
  
• Represents an Asia-centric projection of the continent in full colour
• Extends from European Russia to the Oceanic islands
• Compiled with islands and territories only tentatively explored in period
• Accentuated with an attractive decorative title to the lower left

This is a fine antique map of Asia, framed for display or as an addition to a collection of historic cartography. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 73cm (28.75'')
Max Depth: 2.5cm (1'')
Max Height: 55cm (21.75'')

Map Width: 67cm (26.5'')
Map Height: 49cm (19.25'')