Original copper-engraved, finely detailed 1803 map of China and Korea.
  • The image area measures 21.2 x 26.8 cm [8½" x 10½"].


  • The coverage area extends from Yunnan to the Sea of Japan, including Hainan, Formosa (Taiwan), Tonkin, the Imperial Canal, Canton, Peking, Yellow Sea, Nanking, the Lekeyo islands, Tartary, Blue River, Honan, Taypin Islands, and Korea (spelled Corea).


  • The map was published by Robert Wilkinson, London, 1803 in A General Atlas, being a Collection of Maps of the World and Quarters the Principal Empires, Kingdoms &c. with their several Provinces & other Subdivisions, Correctly Delineated.


  • Longitude is measured from Greenwich, and the distance scale is calibrated in British Statute Miles. The map is titled "China, Contains 15 Subject Provinces, including the 2 Islands of Hainan [and] Formosa, and the Tributary Kingdoms of Corea [and] Tonkin."


  • Condition:  It is in very good condition, with excellent detail and a crisp, bold impression, with vertical fold, as issued, and no marks, rips, or tears. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.


  • It is an original, authentic antique map, not a reproduction or modern reprint, and it is fully guaranteed to be genuine.


  • Buy with confidence! We are always happy to combine shipping on the purchase of multiple items — just make sure to pay for everything at one time, not individually.

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