"Carte de l'Isle de Ceylan", Delisle, Guillaume
Subject: Sri Lanka
Period: 1722 (dated)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
22.1 x 16.4 inches
56.1 x 41.7 cm
This is one of the largest maps to focus on the island of Ceylon - present-day Sri Lanka. The various kingdoms and regions are delineated with the Jaffna kingdom in the north, the Kingdom of Kandy occupying the central section, and the Dutch possessions shown in the southeast. Numerous Dutch forts, an extensive road network, and several salt works are shown. Two large cartouches decorate the map. Engraved by Berey.
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Condition: B
Contemporary outline color on watermarked paper with light toning, scattered foxing, and minor creasing.
