Asia: according to ye newest observations

infoPrice, Charles; 1713

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This early 18th century map of Asia features a drawing of a woman burning offerings on an altar, while two children carry cornucopias, and a camel looks on. The Roman god Mercury descends from the sky in the background wearing his winged helmet.

Details
Date
1713
Map Maker
Price, Charles
Printer/Publisher
T. Brandreth & G. Willdey
Publication Location
London
Attributes

Longitude and Latitude

Insets

Cartouche

Illustration

Features

River

Race/Ethnicity

Religious Groups

Regional Border

Mountain/Volcano

Library Catalogue

Main Title
Asia : according to ye newest observations / by C. Price Geographer to ye Queen.
Barcode
B26055946D
Personal Author
Price, Charles, active 1697-1730
Extent
1 scans.
Description
Title cartouche: "Sold by T. Brandreth & G. Willdey at ye Archimedes & Globe in Ludgate Street & at ye fame sign over agt. ye Royal Exchange in Cornhill where are made & sold all sorts pf globes & maps." Relief shown pictorially. Scale not given.
Imprint
[London] : Sold by T. Brandreth & G. Willdey, [1713?]
Date Published
1713
BRN
200179510
Series Title
David Parry Southeast Asian Map Collection

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