• presentation of the map reproduction without a frame
  • detail of the map from the centre
  • detail of the map from the centre left
  • detail of the map from the top left corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom left corner
  • detail of the map from the top right corner
  • detail of the map from the bottom right corner
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Antique map of Arabian Sea, 1915

SKU:  190794

Antique map of Arabian Sea, 1915

€60,00 EUR
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In 1915, George Philip & Son published a remarkable map of the Arabian Sea. This large-scale cartographic masterpiece encompasses the entire region from the Persian Gulf to the Indian Ocean, displaying a wealth of intricate details. Major cities, towns, rivers, mountains, and islands are meticulously marked, providing a comprehensive understanding of the area.

The map boasts a muted color palette, gracefully combining shades of blues, greens, and browns. Coastal outlines are intricately drawn with fine linework, while the interior features are depicted in an elegant and stylized manner. A testament to its authenticity, the map bears the signature of George Philip & Son and is dated 1915.

This historical treasure serves as a valuable resource, offering insights into the political and economic transformations that the region was undergoing during that time. Moreover, its artistic charm and precision make it an exquisite addition to any home or office, capturing the essence of the Arabian Sea in an awe-inspiring way.

George Philip & Son was a renowned mapmaking company based in the United Kingdom. It was founded in 1834 by George Philip, who was a cartographer and map publisher. The company gained prominence for its production of high-quality maps, atlases, and globes, and it became one of the most respected mapmaking firms during the 19th and 20th centuries.

George Philip & Son's maps were known for their accuracy, attention to detail, and artistic design. They covered a wide range of geographical areas, from local maps to world atlases. The company was also innovative in using the latest advancements in printing technology to improve map production.

Over the years, George Philip & Son continued to expand its map collection, and its maps were widely used for educational, navigational, and decorative purposes. The company's legacy in the field of cartography has left a lasting impact, and some of their antique maps have become valuable historical artifacts and collector's items.

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Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* AirMail option: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: : The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

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