India Map, drawn and engraved by J. Dower, published by Orr & Smith
Published by Orr & Smith, 1836
- Hardcover
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Seller: Hungry Traveller Bookstore, Singapore, SG, SingaporeHungry Traveller Bookstore
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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. …
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- Title
- India Map, drawn and engraved by J. Dower, published by Orr & Smith
- Author
- J. Dower (engraver)
- Publisher
- Orr & Smith
- Publication year
- 1836
- Binding
- Hardcover
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Hungry Traveller Bookstore
Singapore, SG, Singapore
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