Southern India Hyperdbad Ceylon Birman Empire c.1815 Smith large detailed map
Southern India Hyperdbad Ceylon Birman Empire c.1815 Smith large detailed map Southern India Hyperdbad Ceylon Birman Empire c.1815 Smith large detailed map Southern India Hyperdbad Ceylon Birman Empire c.1815 Smith large detailed map
$ 75.00

The Birman Empire.

(Asia, India, Burmah, Myanmar, India, Bangladesh, Ceylon, Sri Lanka, Andaman Islands, Pegue, Anam, China border, Rangooon, Yangon, Rangon).

Issued London, c. 1815-26 by Charles Smith. Engraved by Pickett.

Scarce early 19th century antique map, engraved with pleasing original hand color heightened in outline.

Unusual feature is a large inset lower right of the Birman Empire (modern day Myanmar- Rangon).

Overall just light wear, small age imperfections, spots and toning as typical, overall a nice looking example.

Original fold line as issued, centerfold perfectly laid down to inset tab on reverse, excellent visual appeal.

Sheet measures c. 24" x 15 1/2".

Engraved area measures c. 22 1/2" x 13 3/4".

Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers , vol. IV, pg. 174.

[R21122].