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

18th century
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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'')

Physical Dimensions
Height
67.5cm (26.57")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

London Fine Antiques has dated this Georgian Caribbean Framed Map to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1233847
Dealers Internal Reference
26283
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Description
This is a large antique map of the West India Islands.
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A Scottish, framed triptych of three Caribbean Leeward islands, dating to the late Georgian period, circa 1817.
London Fine Antiques

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.

fig 1. A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame.
fig 1. Large Antique Caribbean Map, Guadeloupe, Antigua, Scottish, Framed, Georgian

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

fig 2. A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame.
fig 2. Large Antique Caribbean Map, Guadeloupe, Antigua, Scottish, Framed, Georgian

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

fig 3. A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame.
fig 3. Large Antique Caribbean Map, Guadeloupe, Antigua, Scottish, Framed, Georgian

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'')

Height
67.5cm (26.57")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated this Georgian Caribbean Framed Map to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233847
Dealers Internal Ref
26283
London Fine Antiques
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Fine antiques curated in england and sold worldwide

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Archive I A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame.

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

Archive II A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View II
Archive III A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View III
Archive IV A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View IV
Archive V A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View V
Archive VI A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View VI
Archive VII A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View VII
Archive VIII A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View VIII
Archive IX A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View IX
Archive X A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View X
Archive XI A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View XI
Archive XII A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame. View XII
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A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame.
Large Antique Caribbean Map, Guadeloupe, Antigua, Scottish, Framed, Georgian
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A framed Georgian map detailing the West Indies islands of Guadeloupe and Antigua with hand-tinted borders in a dark wooden frame.
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FAQs

Georgian cartography of the Caribbean typically features precise copperplate line engravings detailing coastlines, settlements, and topography. Produced during the 18th and early 19th centuries, these maps often included inset detail maps of specific islands and were hand-tinted along territorial borders.

Maps from this period were printed onto rag paper using copperplate engraving techniques. Hand-applied watercolours were used for regional boundaries, and the prints were subsequently framed in native hardwoods such as mahogany or rosewood behind protective glass.

Authentic period maps exhibit a distinct plate mark impression left by the copper printing plate around the border. The paper typically shows characteristic laid paper lines or age-appropriate patination, and the colouring is hand-applied rather than dot-matrix printed.

A large framed map serves as a focal point when placed above a sideboard, mantelpiece, or desk. Combining historical cartography with clean-lined furniture creates an appealing contrast in contemporary, classic, or study settings.

Display the framed piece away from direct sunlight and source of moisture to prevent fading and foxing. Ensure UV-filtering glass and acid-free mounting materials are utilised to protect the historic paper and watercolour dyes.
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