(Bangladesh - Myanmar) Asiae XI Tab:

Mapmaker: Mercator

(Bangladesh - Myanmar) Asiae XI Tab:

1730

  • ~Catalog 62~
  • (Bangladesh - Myanmar) Tab. XI. Asiae, comprehendens Indiam extra Gangem. Medius Meridianus 160 , reliqui ad cum inclinan: tur iuxta rationes Aequinoctialis et 25 paralleli in parte borea, 5 vero in parte austrina.

    A later edition of Mercator's map based off the early foundational Ptolmaic work, this map focuses on what would be modern day Banglades, Myanmar and the nearby neighboring regions. Notes a wealth of towns and cities, and shows the major drainage and mountain chains. Complimented by a nice decorative title cartouche, and several vignettes of unique animals like camels and elephants.

    Condition is very good with attractive hand color. Image size is 14 x 13 (inches)