Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of West Indies ~Catalog 61~ Image size with text 9

Image size with text 9

The map of Belgium is surrounded by four small vignettes relating to native life of the region including the Antwerp Cathedral and the Monuments on the Plains of Waterloo

What was once a lone and thin isthmus into the harbor is now more stout as filling in shoreline continues and bay becomes streets

this is the British Empire at its proud apex

Vicinity of New York City

Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of West Indies ~Catalog 61~ Image size with text 9Geographical, Statistical and Historical Map of West Indies An early and sought after map of the islands. Published in 1823, this rarity has a fine map in the center, surrounded by a text detailing the situation of the islands, its history, and population demographics ("Whites, Mulattoes & Blacks"). Shows many islands and towns for the Caribbean. Rare and early. The original hand color remains very bold. Condition is good save for some discoloration