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JOHN GEORGE BARTHOLOMEW (1860 - 1920)

CONSTABLE‘S HAND ATLAS OF IN INDIA: A NEW SERIES OF SIXTY MAPS AND PLANS, PREPARED FROM ORDINANCE AND OTHER SURVEYS UNDER DIRECTION OF J G BATHOLOMEW, F.R.G.S., F.R.S.E., ETC.


Estimate: Rs 30,000-Rs 40,000 ( $370-$490 )


Constable‘s Hand Atlas of in India: A New Series of Sixty Maps and Plans, Prepared From Ordinance and Other Surveys under direction of J G Batholomew, F.R.G.S., F.R.S.E., Etc.


J G Bartholomew, Constable's Hand Atlas of in India: A New Series of Sixty Maps and Plans, Prepared From Ordinance and Other Surveys under direction of J G Bartholomew, F.R.G.S., F.R.S.E., Etc., Westminster: Archibald Constable & Company, 1893

xii + 60 double spread maps + 86 pages of general indexs and 31 advertisment pages at the end; original cloth bound with gilt Imperial Crown on the front board, top edges gilt, spine restored with gilt text and 4 raised bands
7.5 x 5.5 x 1 in (19 x 14 x 3 cm)

J G Bartholomew's Constable's Hand Atlas of India (1893) is a remarkable cartographic masterpiece that stands as a testament to the precision, dedication, and artistry of mapmaking in the late 19th century. With painstaking attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to accuracy, Bartholomew presents a comprehensive collection of sixty maps and plans that provide a vivid and insightful portrayal of India during this pivotal period in its history. These maps, derived from meticulous surveys and executed under Bartholomew's expert guidance, offer readers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse landscapes, cultures, and historical landmarks of the Indian subcontinent. Constable's Hand Atlas of India is not merely a cartographic work; it is a historical and geographical treasure trove that continues to serve as a valuable resource for scholars, explorers, and enthusiasts seeking to unravel the complex tapestry of India's past and present.

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