1 8

Antique map of China and Birmah, 1851

SKU:  188259

Antique map of China and Birmah, 1851

€60,00 EUR
€0,00 EUR €60,00 EUR
Sale Sold out
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

J. Rapkin and John Tallis were both cartographers and publishers known for their beautiful and decorative maps during the mid-19th century. In 1851, they collaborated to produce a map titled "China and Birmah" (now spelled as "China and Burma").

The map featured the regions of China and Burma (now Myanmar) and was part of the Tallis's Illustrated Atlas series, which consisted of highly detailed and embellished maps. These maps were known for their artistic elements, including intricate engravings, decorative borders, and vignettes of significant landmarks or cultural scenes.

During the 19th century, Europe was fascinated by the distant and exotic lands of Asia, and maps like "China and Birmah" were in high demand among collectors and the general public. These maps not only served practical navigational purposes but also became pieces of art that adorned many households.

John Tallis was a publisher and mapmaker, known for his highly decorative and beautifully illustrated maps. He was active during the mid-19th century and produced a series of maps for his "Tallis's Illustrated Atlas" between 1850 and 1851. These maps covered various regions of the world and were renowned for their artistic features.

John Rapkin, on the other hand, was an engraver who worked with several publishers, including John Tallis. He was well-regarded for his intricate and detailed engravings, which added to the allure of the maps published by Tallis.

Together, John Tallis's maps, which often included the engravings of John Rapkin, were considered some of the finest examples of mapmaking and cartography of the 19th century. The maps were beautifully designed, incorporating illustrations of landscapes, city views, people in traditional dress, and cultural scenes. 

Find more maps of John Tallis

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.

View full details

Wine maps

Explore the rich history of wine through centuries-old maps. Dive into the heritage, culture, and geography of wine regions with our collection of vintage wine maps.

These meticulously preserved historical treasures offer a window into the evolution of viticulture, showcasing how wine regions have transformed over the centuries.

  • Gastronomic maps

    Dive into a world of culinary exploration with our collection of gastronomic maps – your passport to gastronomic adventures like no other. Discover the intricate art of cheese-making and the exquisite world of gourmet delights through our meticulously curated Cheese Maps and Gastronomic Maps.

  • Empires maps

    Travel through history as you explore the territorial expanse, conquests, and cultural influences of some of the world's most powerful civilizations. Our antique maps bring the epic tales of empires to life, offering a captivating glimpse into the rise and fall of these extraordinary realms. See all empires maps >