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India Map, drawn and engraved by J. Dower, published by Orr & Smith, London, 1836This 1836 map of India, drawn and engraved by J. Dower and published by Orr & Smith, Amen Corner, Paternoster Row, London, is a finely executed example of early 19th-century British cartography. The map reflects both the political and geographic understanding of India during the East India Company period, highlighting provinces, major cities, river systems, and key trade routes.The engraving was completed by Dower in Pentonville, London, indicating the artisan responsible for translating the cartographer's design into a printable plate. Orr & Smith, a respected London publisher, produced maps for educational and reference purposes, ensuring clarity and accuracy for a broad readership.Administrative boundaries, topographical features, and urban centres are carefully delineated, with hachures and line work used to indicate relief and rivers. The map would have been hand-coloured in some editions, though many surviving examples remain in black-and-white.As a historical artifact, it provides insight into British perceptions of India before the consolidation of colonial administration in the mid-19th century. The combination of Dower's engraving skill and Orr & Smith's publishing expertise makes it a notable example of period cartography.Map has a centre fold and is toned along this fold, map has some foxing and spotting.…

Condition: Good. 15 x 19 inches. Good. Four inch tear at right, and two inch tear at left edges along fold. Some foxing, mostly along margins, not affecting image. 19th Century, folded map, printed in color.

Map. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Hardcovers. Early Edition. Full Title: Map of England & Wales Divided into Counties, Parliamentary Divisions and Dioceses. Shewing the Principal Roads, Railways, Rivers & Canals and the seats of the Nobility and Gentry. With the distance of each town from the General Post Office, London. Projected from the triangulation for the survey made under the Direction of the honorable The Board of Ordnance on a scale of five miles to an inch and corrected to the present time Drawn by R. Creighton, Engraved by J. Dower. Complete set of four maps in original bindings, mounted in sections on linen. Green cloth boards with gilt detailing and gilt titles to spines. An updated edition revised to include the development and growth of the railways in the early Victorian period. Each map is hand-coloured on folding linen, size 106cm by 90 cm, and each in 35 sections. A key provides information on cities, market towns, parishes and other townships, hamlets, rivers, gentlemen's seats, churches (and these are shown in 3 different categories), parks, mail roads, turnpike roads, canals, rail roads, mountains and various administrative divisions. A panel beneath the map with a series of crests gives details of the 20 dioceses in the province of Canterbury and the 5 in the province of York. The North-West sheet has a large engraving of the London Post Office and the North-East sheet a decorative compass rose beneath the title and key. Folds into original boards with decorated borders. All 4 maps are in good condition , the covers show shelf wear and some loss or rubbing to extremities, a small piece of leather is worn on the front cover of the NE map. An updated edition revised to include the development and growth of the railways in the early Victorian period. Dating is difficult as there is no railway shown to Penzance, with the line stopping at Plymouth (Royal Albert Bridge completed in 1859) but the railways along the North West appear almost complete. The amount of proposed railways suggests a date of around 1847 to 1850. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 5 kilogram. Category: Geography & Maps; Railways. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 3967. This is a SET of books, therefore heavier than a standard volume, and will involve extra shipping charges to some countries.…

Condition: Good. 15 x 19 inches. Very Good. Three inch tear at right, and one inch tear at left edges along fold. 19th Century, folded map, printed in color.

Condition: Good. 15 x 19 inches. Very Good. Half in tear at top and bottom edges along fold. 19th Century, folded map, printed in color.

Condition: Good. 15 x 19 inches. Very Good. Half in tear at top edge along fold. 19th Century, folded map, printed in color.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1839. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 510, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 510 510.…