World Seas Comparative Chart Caspian Black Sea Lake Baikal 1831 miniature map

A Comparative View of the Inland Seas and Principal Lakes in the Eastern Hemisphere.

(Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Eastern Hemispheres, Seas, Lakes, Black Sea, Caspian Sea, Aral Sea, Lake Baikal).

Issued 1831, London by Bull for Starling. Original antique miniature map.

Charming little early 19th century engraved miniature map with attractive original hand color.

The seas and lakes are shown in their relative proportions to each other with extensive text details added.

Remains a clean, bright, nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws are trivial and easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c. 4 1/4" H x 6 1/2" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 3 1/2" H x 5 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.

[R32204].