Antique Map of Italy – J. C. Russell – Circa 1810–1813 – Original Hand-Coloured Engraving
$91.16
Antique Map of Italy – J. C. Russell – Circa 1810–1813 – Original Hand-Coloured Engraving
A beautiful early 19th-century antique map of Italy, drawn and engraved by J. C. Russell and published in Ostell’s New General Atlas, dating to approximately 1810–1813.
This fascinating historical map depicts Italy long before its unification in 1861, showing the various independent kingdoms, duchies and territories that once made up the Italian peninsula.
Historical & Cartographic Features
* Cartographer/Engraver: J. C. Russell
* Publication: Ostell’s New General Atlas
* Date: Circa 1810–1813
* Technique: Engraved map with attractive period-style hand colouring
* Title: ITALY
* Size: Approximately 21.5 × 27 cm
* Period: Georgian / Early 19th Century
The map includes beautifully detailed geographical features, historic towns, rivers, mountain ranges and coastlines, with delicate colouring highlighting the different territorial boundaries.
Particularly interesting are the historic Italian states, including Tuscany, the Papal States, the Kingdom of Naples and the islands of Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily.
The surrounding regions of Switzerland, Germany, France, the Mediterranean and North Africa are also depicted.
Condition
Lovely antique character with natural age-related toning, occasional foxing, minor marks and wear to the paper edges and corners, consistent with a map of this considerable age.
The engraved detail remains attractive and the original decorative border is clearly visible.
Please study the photographs carefully as they form an important part of the description.
A Wonderful Piece of Italian History
An appealing example of early Georgian cartography, offering a fascinating glimpse into the political geography of Italy over 200 years ago.
Ideal for collectors of antique maps, Italian history enthusiasts, lovers of Georgian engravings or anyone seeking an unusual piece of historical wall art.
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