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Map of Upper Egypt, drawn from various documents. Additions to 1816.
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1818
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Map of Upper Egypt, drawn from various documents. By A. Arrowsmith. London, Published A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 20th November, 1807. Additions to 1816.
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15119.000
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Updated to 1816 with an inset map "River Nile, From the Cataracts to Ibrim, by Thomas Legh Esq.r M.P. & the Rev.d Charles Smelt A.D. 1813." "Large and detailed map of Egypt published just after the failed Alexandrian Expedition, a major operation during the Anglo-Turkish War of 1807-1809. The map of Upper Egypt details the journey of Eyles Irwin through Egypt in 1777. Irwin was an East India Company official who set sail from India in 1777, bound for England. Unfortunately, his ship was captured by pirates. The ship was diverted to the port of Cosire, a detail of which is shown on the map, from whence they were forced to cross the dessert to Kenne (Qena), from there to Suez via Cairo, eventually arriving at Alexandria. From there he gained safe passage to England. The whole adventure took eleven months and was set down by Irwin in his work, 'A Series of Adventures in the Course of a Voyage up the Red-Sea', published in 1780." (Lyon and Turnbull). Detailed notes describe the condition of canals, roads, and navigation of the Nile River. See our 6910.000 for the 1807 first edition.
Map of Upper Egypt, drawn from various documents.
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1807
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Map of Upper Egypt, drawn from various documents. By A. Arrowsmith. London, Published A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 20th November, 1807.
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6910.001
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"Large and detailed map of Egypt published just after the failed Alexandrian Expedition, a major operation during the Anglo-Turkish War of 1807-1809. The map of Upper Egypt details the journey of Eyles Irwin through Egypt in 1777. Irwin was an East India Company official who set sail from India in 1777, bound for England. Unfortunately, his ship was captured by pirates. The ship was diverted to the port of Cosire, a detail of which is shown on the map, from whence they were forced to cross the dessert to Kenne (Qena), from there to Suez via Cairo, eventually arriving at Alexandria. From there he gained safe passage to England. The whole adventure took eleven months and was set down by Irwin in his work, 'A Series of Adventures in the Course of a Voyage up the Red-Sea', published in 1780." (Lyon and Turnbull). Detailed notes describe the condition of canals, roads, and navigation of the Nile River.
Interactive Globe: A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries. Sheets 1-8.
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Interactive Glo...
1808
11513.010
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(Interactive Globe) A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith. Sheets 1-8.
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11513.010
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Composite map of the World, sheets 1-8.
Composite Map: Sheets 4 and 7: Chart of the Pacific Ocean ... (Australia, Philippines, China, etc.)
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Composite Map: ...
1814
13258.003
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(Composite Map) Chart of the Pacific Ocean ... (Australia, Philippines, China, etc.) London: Published October 1st. 1798, by A. Arrowsmith.
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13258.003
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Sheets 4 and 7 from the 9 sheet chart of the Pacific, published in 1814, by Aaron Arrowsmith. The 9 sheet chart first published in 1798 and reissued over many years. These 2 sheets cover north to south from the coast of China to the Philippines, the East Indies, Australia and a portion of New Zealand. Showing coastal outlines, the important recent discoveries around Philippines and Australia, with detailed notes on history of exploration and European colonization in the area. Includes compass roses. Depth shown by soundings. The 1814 maps of the coastal explorations by Matthew Flinders were made by Arrowsmith's nephew, John Arrowsmith, and provided the new coastal features that Arrowmith incorporated into these maps.
Composite: A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries. Sheets 1-8.
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Composite: A Ch...
1808
11513.009
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(Composite map) A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith. Sheets 1-8.
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11513.009
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Composite map of the World, sheets 1-8.
Map of the Countries Round the North Pole
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Map of the Coun...
1818
0033.000
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Map of the Countries Round the North Pole By A. Arrowsmith. London. Published 1. Feb. 1818, by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, 10 Soho Square. Engraved by Sidney Hall.
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0033.000
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On the verso is written "Benj Vaughan, Arctic Pole." This is the first edition of a long run of editions extending down to Stanford's 1875 last issue. Referring to this first edition, Verner says "At that time it was the best available map of the Arctic and showed everything that was known, using the most advanced cartographical techniques." In full color. Relief shown by hachures.
Composite: A Sketch of the Countries between Jerusalem and Aleppo.
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Composite: A Sk...
1815
6730.003
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(Composite map of) A Sketch of the Countries between Jerusalem and Aleppo. By A. Arrowsmith 1814. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square, 1815.
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6730.003
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"This exceptionally detailed map of the Holy Land not only gives information on the area's Biblical past - the naming of the 12 tribes of Israel, and the location of important sites – but also the contemporary make-up of the area with the demarcation of the Pashalics of Acre, Tripoli, Aleppo, and Damascus.The title of the map was probably taken from Maundrell's 'A Journey from Aleppo to Jerusalem…'. The work was first published in 1703 and would continue to be a hugely popular book well into the nineteenth century. In fact Arrowsmith quotes him: 'Jacob's Well. It is dug in a firm Rock about 3 yards in diameter and 35 in depth, 5 of which we found full of water'. Arrowsmith also draws upon the writings of M. Seetzen whose travels were published in 1809. The most famous passage tells of his journey around the 'Dead Sea', which he under-took alone and dressed as a beggar." (Lyon and Turnbull)
Composite: Map of the Island of Japan, Kurile &c
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Composite: Map ...
1818
6733.003
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(Composite Map of) Map of the Island of Japan, Kurile &c. with the Adjacent Coasts of the Chinese Dominions and a Sketch of the River Amoor and the Baikal Lake Including the Trading Posts of Russia and China and their relative situations with Peking. Delineated by A. Arrowsmith 1811. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No. 10 Soho Square, Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, 4th January, 1811. Additions to 1818.
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6733.003
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"Large and detailed map of Japan and the northeast coast of Asia.This map is a fine example of Arrowsmith's relentless updating of his maps. First issued in 1811, the map shows the tracks of some of the most important naval expeditions of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century, which charted the waters around Japan, Korea, North East China, and Russia's Pacific coast. These include those made by La Perouse (1787); HMS 'Hindostan' which carried Lord George Macartney on his embassy to China; Broughton in HMS 'Providence' (1797); and the "track of the Russian's in 1805" - Admiral Krusenstern, who led the first Russian circumnavigation. For this 1818 edition Arrowsmith has also added the the track of HMS 'Alceste', and HC Ship 'Discovery' which, made several voyages around the Yellow Sea in 1816. Arrowsmith most probably drew upon the surgeon aboard the 'Alceste', John McCloed, and his book 'A narrative of a Voyage to the Yellow Sea' (1818), for the most up-to-date information." (Lyon and Turnbull).
Composite: Map of the Alpine Country in the South of Europe.
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1804
6904.003
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(Composite map of) Map of the Alpine Country in the South of Europe. By A. Arrowsmith. Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales.1804.
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6904.003
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The upper and lower four sheets joined as one. With title cartouche scene by J. Webber. Map is on four sheets, joined as two. "This large and detailed map shows the political make-up of North Italy and central Europe at the beginning of the nineteenth century. It most notably marks the newly formed Italian Republic (the vassal state of the French Republic), which would in 1805 become the Kingdom of Italy. The map also depicts Swiss cantons - which were in the process of being reorganized under the guidance of Napoleon." (Lyon and Turnbull). The title cartouche is constructed from a beautiful view of the village of Chamouny (Chamonix) by J. Webber, 1787.
Map of The Island of Ceylon
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Map of The Isla...
1805
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Map of The Island of Ceylon Drawn by A. Arrowsmith 1805. Hydrographer to H.R.H. Prince of Wales. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, 5th Janry 1805, 10 Soho Square.
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6908.001
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"Large map of Sri Lanka detailing British and Kandyan possessions at the end of the first Kandyan War.The British, fearing that French control of the Netherlands would result in their controlling the strategically important port of Trincolmanee, occupied Dutch possessions in Sri Lanka in 1795. Initially the British encountered little resistance to their occupation and they soon controlled most of the Dutch territory, which covered the whole of the low-lying Sri Lankan coast. British possession would later be enshrined at the Treaty of Amiens of 1802.The interior of the island was controlled by the Kingdom of Kandy, which had lived in uneasy and sometimes violent peace with the previous colonial incumbents – the Dutch and the Portuguese before them - for the past 200 years. This uneasiness continued and, in 1803, the first Kandyan War broke out when the British marched into Kandyan territory. Although they successfully occupied the capital Senkadagala (Kandy), resistance was stronger than expected and the army, weakened by disease, was resoundingly defeated. The war would continue for another two years with neither side gaining the decisive victory, and it would not be until 1815 - when the British were invited in to overthrow the Sri Vikrama Rajasingha - that they would gain control of central Sri Lanka. Rare. We are only able to trace two institutional examples of the map: those of the Bodleian and the British Library." (Lyon and Turnbull)
A Map of Part of the Viceroyalty of Buenos Ayres.
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A Map of Part o...
1806
6909.001
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A Map of Part of the Viceroyalty of Buenos Ayres 1806. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No. 10 Soho Square, 26th November, 1806.
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6909.001
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"Rare map of Rio Plata and the northern regions, produced during the British Invasion of the Rio de la Plata. The invasion was an attempt by the British to open a new theatre against the Spanish and French alliance by attacking Spanish interests in South America. To this end, a force was sent to gain control of the River Plate by conquering the dominant city of Buenos Aires. On June 27, 1806, a British force of some 1,500 men under the command of Colonel William Carr Beresford occupied the city. They held control for about six weeks, before surrendering on the 14th August to a militia consisting of 550 veterans and 400 soldiers, led by Santiago de Liniers y Bremond, a French nobleman and mercenary in the service of Spain. A second, better-resourced, invasion followed in 1807, when a force of 10,000 men under the command of Lieutenant-General John Whitelock, attacked Buenos Aires on the 1st July. The British were, however, ill-prepared for urban combat and the locals eventually overwhelmed them. The Britsh had lost substantial numbers, and General Whitelock signed an armistice with de Liniers on the 12th August and left for home. These two resounding victories, which were achieved with little help from her colonial master Spain, have led many to site them as important mile stones along the road to Argentine Independence." (Lyon and Turnbull)
South Africa delineated from various documents.
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1815
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South Africa delineated from various documents By A. Arrowsmith. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer to H.R.H. Prince of Wales 10 Soho Square, 10th March 1815.
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6911.001
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"Arrowsmith published the map at around the time that British sovereignty over the Cape Colony was recognized at the Congress of Vienna. The British had been in control of the colony since 1795, when they took over from the Dutch to prevent it from falling into the hands of Napoleonic France; it was briefly relinquished to the Dutch in 1803, before the British regained control in 1806 The map is based, not surprisingly, upon contemporary Dutch material. Although the British had been in control for the previous 20 years, there had been little interest taken in the colony, beyond its use as an important strategic port from which to base operations during the Napoleonic wars. Wholly British maps of the Cape and South Africa would not be published for another 19 years, most notably by Aaron's son Samuel, with his 'Map of the Cape of Good Hope' in 1834 and S.D.U.K.'s map of South Africa in the same year." (Lyon and Turnbull.
Composite: A Map of Lower Egypt from Various Surveys.
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Composite: A Ma...
1807
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(Composite map of) A Map of Lower Egypt from Various Surveys communicated by Major Bryce and other Officers. Drawn by A. Arrowsmith 1807. London, Published A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 10th November, 1807.
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6912.003
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"Large and detailed maps of Egypt published just after the failed Alexandrian Expedition, a major operation during the Anglo-Turkish War of 1807-1809. By 1806, Britain had become increasingly fearful of France's growing influence in Constantinople. After the failure of the Dardanelles Operation in September of that year, the British sent a naval force, under the command of Alexander Mackenzie-Fraser, to secure Alexandria as a base from which to conduct their operations against the Ottomans and French. Although initially met with little resistance, the British were hampered by supply issues and, later on, by stiff Egyptian counteraction. By the end of September they were forced to leave Alexandria having failed in their mission. A great deal of the geographical information for the map of Lower Egypt came from Sir Alexander Bryce of the Royal Engineers (d.1832), who had served under Sir Ralph Abercromby at the Battle of Alexandria of 1801. Bryce would (together with Captain W. Mudge of Ordnance Survey renown) help in carrying out General Roy's system of triangulation for connecting the meridians of Greenwich and Paris, and in the measurement of a "base of verification" in Romney Marsh." (Lyon and Turnbull) Detailed notes describe the condition of canals, roads, and navigation of the Nile River.
Composite: Map of the Countries lying between the Euphrates and Indus
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1813
6914.003
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(Composite Map of) Map of the Countries lying between the Euphrates and Indus on the East and West, and the Oxus and Terek and Indian Ocean on the North and South. Inscribed to Brigadier General Sir John Malcolm Knight of the Royal Persian Order of the Lion and Sun By John Macdonald Kinneir. Published, A. Arrowsmith No. 10 Soho Square Hydrographer to H.R.H., 1st January 1813.
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6914.003
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"The map is inscribed by John Macdonald Kinneir to Brigadier General Sir John Malcolm. Sir John Malcolm (1769-1833) spent the majority of his career in India in the employ of the East India Company. Whilst in India he gained a keen interest in the Persian Empire that would lead him to undertake several envoys to Persia under the auspices of the East India Company. In Persia, Malcolm not only successfully introduced the potato, but also took with him several men to conduct research into the country. One such was Kinneir, who in 1813, produced a 'Geographical Memoir of the Persian Empire', which described in detail the routes between the major towns. The present map was intended to accompany that work.The major reason for his research was Britain's increasing concern over Russia gaining power within the region, and whom they feared might invade India. This battle for influence in the area would continue throughout the nineteenth century and become known as 'The Great Game'." (Lyon and Turnbull)
Composite: A Map of the Environs of Constantinople.
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1804
6915.003
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(Composite Map of) A Map of the Environs of Constantinople Drawn from a great number of accurate astronomical & geographical manuscripts and printed documents, by A. Arrowsmith 1801 and 1804. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 4th September 1804.
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6915.003
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"Arrowsmith's large and detailed map of the Ottoman Empire and the Black Sea. By the beginning of the nineteenth century the Ottoman Empire had fallen some way from the lofty heights of 1683, when it had threatened the gates of Vienna. The Russo-Turkish wars of the eighteenth century – most notably that of 1768-1774 – weakened the Empire considerably, and by the time of the present map's publication many of the Great European powers believed her break-up to be imminent.The ramifications of the Empire's gradual decline became know as the Eastern Question; with Britain, Austria, France, and Russia increasingly using the Empire as a pawn in their diplomatic games. At the time of the production of the map – during the Napoleonic War - Britain was increasingly concerned by both Russian and French involvement in Ottoman affairs. She feared not only Russian designs on Constantinople and her wish for a Mediterranean port; but also that control by either power of the Eastern Mediterranean would lead to British interests - most notably in India – being severely compromised." (Lyon and Turnbull).
Plan of the Operations of the British & Ottoman Forces in Egypt
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Plan of the Ope...
1802
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Plan of the Operations of the British & Ottoman Forces in Egypt, From the 8th of March to the 2d. of Septr. 1801, when the French were Finally expelled from that Country. Composed from materials furnished by the Quarter Master Generals Department. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, 1st. September 1802 No. 24 Rathbone Place. Engraved by S.J. Neele 352 Strand. (inset) Plate 1: (Alexandria peninsula on an enlarged scale.)
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0029.000
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S.J.Neele is the engraver. This copy was probably removed from a book, however, it was published separately and is in Arrowsmith's catalogue. How many battle maps did Arrowsmith do? This may be one of only a few. See Map Collector 9, p22 for Arrowsmith catalogue showing this map with the Egypt maps. No other battle plans listed. Map in full color with battle positions in red and yellow. Relief shown by hachures. Upper right corner: plate 2.
1. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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1. A Chart of t...
1808
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A.Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.001
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
2. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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2. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.002
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.002
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
3. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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3. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.003
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.003
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
4. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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4. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.004
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.004
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
5. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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5. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.005
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.005
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
6. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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6. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.006
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.006
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
7. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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7. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.007
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.007
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
8. A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries
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8. A Chart of t...
1808
11513.008
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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A Chart of the World upon Mercator's projection exhibiting all the new discoveries to the present time : with the tracks of the most distinguished Navigators since the year 1700, carefully collected from the best charts, maps, voyages &c. Extant. And regulated from the accurate Astronomical Observations made in three voyages performed under the command of Capt. J. Cook in the years 1768, 69, 70, 71. -72, 73, 74, 75. - 77, 78, 79, & 80. Compiled and published by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer ... London published as the act directs, April 1st, 1790. by A. Arrowsmith.
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11513.008
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1 map printed on six full sheets and two half sheets, sheets 75x62 or smaller. This was Arrowsmith's first map when originally published in 1790, here in the last state, 1808. It was one of the best and most up to date maps of the world published at the end of the 18th century, incorporating all of the discoveries made on Cook's great voyages, exhibiting new discoveries in the Pacific, as well as in the Arctic and along the northwest coast of America. The map shows Cook's discoveries from all three of his voyages, and also incorporates many other Pacific voyages. Indeed, nearly 30 tracks of explorers are marked, dating from 1492 to 1787, including the voyages of Furneaux, Surville, Tasman, Chirikof, Bering and others. Shows boundaries in outline hand color, cities, rivers, and grid lines. Includes text and compass rose. Relief shown by hachures. Depth shown by soundings. Prime meridian is Greenwich.
Map of Africa : Sheet 1 of 4
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Map of Africa :...
1832
13076.001
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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Map of Africa. Constructed by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer to His Majesty. 1832.
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13076.001
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1 map on 4 sheets, hand colored, 186x158, sheets 93x79. Library lacks sheet 3. Published by A. & S. Arrowsmith, London. Relief shown by hachures. Prime meridian is Greenwich. Shows political boundaries. Includes notes and abbreviations.
Map of Africa : Sheet 2 of 4
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Map of Africa :...
1832
13076.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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Map of Africa. Constructed by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer to His Majesty. 1832.
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13076.002
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1 map on 4 sheets, hand colored, 186x158, sheets 93x79. Library lacks sheet 3. Published by A. & S. Arrowsmith, London. Relief shown by hachures. Prime meridian is Greenwich. Shows political boundaries. Includes notes and abbreviations.
Map of Africa : Sheet 4 of 4
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Map of Africa :...
1832
13076.003
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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Map of Africa. Constructed by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer to His Majesty. 1832.
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13076.003
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1 map on 4 sheets, hand colored, 186x158, sheets 93x79. Library lacks sheet 3. Published by A. & S. Arrowsmith, London. Relief shown by hachures. Prime meridian is Greenwich. Shows political boundaries. Includes notes and abbreviations.
Composite Map: Map of Africa : Sheet 1-2, 4
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1832
13076.004
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(Composite Map) Map of Africa. Constructed by A. Arrowsmith, Hydrographer to His Majesty. 1832.
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13076.004
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Composite map of Africa, Sheets 1,2 and 4. Library lacks sheet 3.
Sheet 4: Chart of the Pacific Ocean ... (Australia, Philippines, China, etc.)
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Sheet 4: Chart ...
1814
13258.001
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Chart of the Pacific Ocean ... (Australia, Philippines, China, etc.) London: Published October 1st. 1798, by A. Arrowsmith.
List No
13258.001
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Sheets 4 and 7 from the 9 sheet chart of the Pacific, published in 1814, by Aaron Arrowsmith. The 9 sheet chart first published in 1798 and reissued over many years. These 2 sheets cover north to south from the coast of China to the Philippines, the East Indies, Australia and a portion of New Zealand. Showing coastal outlines, the important recent discoveries around Philippines and Australia, with detailed notes on history of exploration and European colonization in the area. Includes compass roses. Depth shown by soundings. The 1814 maps of the coastal explorations by Matthew Flinders were made by Arrowsmith's nephew, John Arrowsmith, and provided the new coastal features that Arrowmith incorporated into these maps.
Sheet 7: Chart of the Pacific Ocean ... (Australia, Philippines, China, etc.)
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Sheet 7: Chart ...
1814
13258.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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Chart of the Pacific Ocean ... (Australia, Philippines, China, etc.) London: Published October 1st. 1798, by A. Arrowsmith.
List No
13258.002
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Sheets 4 and 7 from the 9 sheet chart of the Pacific, published in 1814, by Aaron Arrowsmith. The 9 sheet chart first published in 1798 and reissued over many years. These 2 sheets cover north to south from the coast of China to the Philippines, the East Indies, Australia and a portion of New Zealand. Showing coastal outlines, the important recent discoveries around Philippines and Australia, with detailed notes on history of exploration and European colonization in the area. Includes compass roses. Depth shown by soundings. The 1814 maps of the coastal explorations by Matthew Flinders were made by Arrowsmith's nephew, John Arrowsmith, and provided the new coastal features that Arrowmith incorporated into these maps.
Composite Map: Sheets 2-4. Chart of the Indian Ocean
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Composite Map: ...
1812
13270.004
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Composite Map) Chart of the Indian Ocean, drawn from a variety of charts, plans, journals etc., both M. S. S. and printed by A. Arronsmith. 1802. Additions to ... 1812. London. Published May 24th., 1802, by A. Arrowsmith, 10 Soho Square. (inset) Chart of the N. W. part of New Holland.
List No
13270.004
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Composite map: sheets 2-4 of Nautical chart of Indian Ocean, published in 4 sheets, the library lacks Northwest sheet No. 1.
Top Sheet: Germany.
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Top Sheet: Germ...
1816
6706.001
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Top Sheet to) To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, K. G. &c. This Map of the Physical Divisions of Germany, Exhibiting the Post Roads, Canals &c, Constructed from Original Materials, Is with Permission Most humbly Inscribed by His Royal Highness's Faithful & most Devoted Servant, A. Arrowsmith. J. Rowe scrt. & scrulpt. London Published 2nd. Octr. 1812 by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square. Additions & Corrections to Sept. 1816.
List No
6706.001
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This map was first issued in 1812 (see our 6712.000), this 1816 edition has been updated to show the new boundaries resulting from the Treaty of Paris of November 1815. Many areas along the boundary of Germany and France have been changed. "Arrowsmith was soon recognized in Britain and abroad as a cartographer of outstanding accuracy and skill and was accorded the title of hydrographer to the prince regent about 1810 and that of hydrographer to the king in 1820. His maps were in great demand by official bodies such as the Admiralty and, more surprisingly given their great size and hence cost, with the public as well. In 1807 he published his map of Scotland, based on the military survey of Scotland of 1745-55 and of particular interest for the accompanying Memoir (1809) in which he described how he constructed the map. His last major work was his map of India (1822). He engraved and printed many of his own maps and all of those produced in his shop (at 10 Soho Square from 1814) were noted for the functional beauty and simplicity with which they were engraved" (Elizabeth Baigent for DNB).
Middle Sheet: Germany.
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Middle Sheet: G...
1816
6706.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Middle Sheet to) To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, K. G. &c. This Map of the Physical Divisions of Germany, Exhibiting the Post Roads, Canals &c, Constructed from Original Materials, Is with Permission Most humbly Inscribed by His Royal Highness's Faithful & most Devoted Servant, A. Arrowsmith. J. Rowe scrt. & scrulpt. London Published 2nd. Octr. 1812 by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square. Additions & Corrections to Sept. 1816.
List No
6706.002
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This map was first issued in 1812 (see our 6712.000), this 1816 edition has been updated to show the new boundaries resulting from the Treaty of Paris of November 1815. Many areas along the boundary of Germany and France have been changed. "Arrowsmith was soon recognized in Britain and abroad as a cartographer of outstanding accuracy and skill and was accorded the title of hydrographer to the prince regent about 1810 and that of hydrographer to the king in 1820. His maps were in great demand by official bodies such as the Admiralty and, more surprisingly given their great size and hence cost, with the public as well. In 1807 he published his map of Scotland, based on the military survey of Scotland of 1745-55 and of particular interest for the accompanying Memoir (1809) in which he described how he constructed the map. His last major work was his map of India (1822). He engraved and printed many of his own maps and all of those produced in his shop (at 10 Soho Square from 1814) were noted for the functional beauty and simplicity with which they were engraved" (Elizabeth Baigent for DNB).
Bottom Sheet: Germany.
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Bottom Sheet: G...
1816
6706.003
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Bottom Sheet to) To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, K. G. &c. This Map of the Physical Divisions of Germany, Exhibiting the Post Roads, Canals &c, Constructed from Original Materials, Is with Permission Most humbly Inscribed by His Royal Highness's Faithful & most Devoted Servant, A. Arrowsmith. J. Rowe scrt. & scrulpt. London Published 2nd. Octr. 1812 by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square. Additions & Corrections to Sept. 1816.
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6706.003
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Two flaps added at the bottom of the sheet extend the map to parts of northern Italy. This map was first issued in 1812 (see our 6712.000), this 1816 edition has been updated to show the new boundaries resulting from the Treaty of Paris of November 1815. Many areas along the boundary of Germany and France have been changed. "Arrowsmith was soon recognized in Britain and abroad as a cartographer of outstanding accuracy and skill and was accorded the title of hydrographer to the prince regent about 1810 and that of hydrographer to the king in 1820. His maps were in great demand by official bodies such as the Admiralty and, more surprisingly given their great size and hence cost, with the public as well. In 1807 he published his map of Scotland, based on the military survey of Scotland of 1745-55 and of particular interest for the accompanying Memoir (1809) in which he described how he constructed the map. His last major work was his map of India (1822). He engraved and printed many of his own maps and all of those produced in his shop (at 10 Soho Square from 1814) were noted for the functional beauty and simplicity with which they were engraved" (Elizabeth Baigent for DNB).
Composite: Germany.
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Composite: Germ...
1816
6706.004
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Composite Map of) To His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge, K. G. &c. This Map of the Physical Divisions of Germany, Exhibiting the Post Roads, Canals &c, Constructed from Original Materials, Is with Permission Most humbly Inscribed by His Royal Highness's Faithful & most Devoted Servant, A. Arrowsmith. J. Rowe scrt. & scrulpt. London Published 2nd. Octr. 1812 by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square. Additions & Corrections to Sept. 1816.
List No
6706.004
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This map was first issued in 1812 (see our 6712.000), this 1816 edition has been updated to show the new boundaries resulting from the Treaty of Paris of November 1815. Many areas along the boundary of Germany and France have been changed. "Arrowsmith was soon recognized in Britain and abroad as a cartographer of outstanding accuracy and skill and was accorded the title of hydrographer to the prince regent about 1810 and that of hydrographer to the king in 1820. His maps were in great demand by official bodies such as the Admiralty and, more surprisingly given their great size and hence cost, with the public as well. In 1807 he published his map of Scotland, based on the military survey of Scotland of 1745-55 and of particular interest for the accompanying Memoir (1809) in which he described how he constructed the map. His last major work was his map of India (1822). He engraved and printed many of his own maps and all of those produced in his shop (at 10 Soho Square from 1814) were noted for the functional beauty and simplicity with which they were engraved" (Elizabeth Baigent for DNB).
Upper Sheet: A Sketch of the Countries between Jerusalem and Aleppo.
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1815
6730.001
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Upper Sheet to) A Sketch of the Countries between Jerusalem and Aleppo. By A. Arrowsmith 1814. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square, 1815.
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6730.001
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"This exceptionally detailed map of the Holy Land not only gives information on the area's Biblical past - the naming of the 12 tribes of Israel, and the location of important sites – but also the contemporary make-up of the area with the demarcation of the Pashalics of Acre, Tripoli, Aleppo, and Damascus.The title of the map was probably taken from Maundrell's 'A Journey from Aleppo to Jerusalem…'. The work was first published in 1703 and would continue to be a hugely popular book well into the nineteenth century. In fact Arrowsmith quotes him: 'Jacob's Well. It is dug in a firm Rock about 3 yards in diameter and 35 in depth, 5 of which we found full of water'. Arrowsmith also draws upon the writings of M. Seetzen whose travels were published in 1809. The most famous passage tells of his journey around the 'Dead Sea', which he under-took alone and dressed as a beggar." (Lyon and Turnbull)
Lower Sheet: A Sketch of the Countries between Jerusalem and Aleppo.
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1815
6730.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Lower Sheet to) A Sketch of the Countries between Jerusalem and Aleppo. By A. Arrowsmith 1814. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith Hydrographer H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, No. 10 Soho Square, 1815.
List No
6730.002
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"This exceptionally detailed map of the Holy Land not only gives information on the area's Biblical past - the naming of the 12 tribes of Israel, and the location of important sites – but also the contemporary make-up of the area with the demarcation of the Pashalics of Acre, Tripoli, Aleppo, and Damascus.The title of the map was probably taken from Maundrell's 'A Journey from Aleppo to Jerusalem…'. The work was first published in 1703 and would continue to be a hugely popular book well into the nineteenth century. In fact Arrowsmith quotes him: 'Jacob's Well. It is dug in a firm Rock about 3 yards in diameter and 35 in depth, 5 of which we found full of water'. Arrowsmith also draws upon the writings of M. Seetzen whose travels were published in 1809. The most famous passage tells of his journey around the 'Dead Sea', which he under-took alone and dressed as a beggar." (Lyon and Turnbull)
Lower Sheet: Map of the Island of Japan, Kurile &c
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Lower Sheet: Ma...
1818
6733.001
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Lower Sheet to) Map of the Island of Japan, Kurile &c. with the Adjacent Coasts of the Chinese Dominions and a Sketch of the River Amoor and the Baikal Lake Including the Trading Posts of Russia and China and their relative situations with Peking. Delineated by A. Arrowsmith 1811. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No. 10 Soho Square, Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, 4th January, 1811. Additions to 1818.
List No
6733.001
Note
"Large and detailed map of Japan and the northeast coast of Asia.This map is a fine example of Arrowsmith's relentless updating of his maps. First issued in 1811, the map shows the tracks of some of the most important naval expeditions of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century, which charted the waters around Japan, Korea, North East China, and Russia's Pacific coast. These include those made by La Perouse (1787); HMS 'Hindostan' which carried Lord George Macartney on his embassy to China; Broughton in HMS 'Providence' (1797); and the "track of the Russian's in 1805" - Admiral Krusenstern, who led the first Russian circumnavigation. For this 1818 edition Arrowsmith has also added the the track of HMS 'Alceste', and HC Ship 'Discovery' which, made several voyages around the Yellow Sea in 1816. Arrowsmith most probably drew upon the surgeon aboard the 'Alceste', John McCloed, and his book 'A narrative of a Voyage to the Yellow Sea' (1818), for the most up-to-date information." (Lyon and Turnbull).
Upper Sheet: Map of the Island of Japan, Kurile &c
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Upper Sheet: Ma...
1818
6733.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Upper Sheet to) Map of the Island of Japan, Kurile &c. with the Adjacent Coasts of the Chinese Dominions and a Sketch of the River Amoor and the Baikal Lake Including the Trading Posts of Russia and China and their relative situations with Peking. Delineated by A. Arrowsmith 1811. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No. 10 Soho Square, Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, 4th January, 1811. Additions to 1818.
List No
6733.002
Note
"Large and detailed map of Japan and the northeast coast of Asia.This map is a fine example of Arrowsmith's relentless updating of his maps. First issued in 1811, the map shows the tracks of some of the most important naval expeditions of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth century, which charted the waters around Japan, Korea, North East China, and Russia's Pacific coast. These include those made by La Perouse (1787); HMS 'Hindostan' which carried Lord George Macartney on his embassy to China; Broughton in HMS 'Providence' (1797); and the "track of the Russian's in 1805" - Admiral Krusenstern, who led the first Russian circumnavigation. For this 1818 edition Arrowsmith has also added the the track of HMS 'Alceste', and HC Ship 'Discovery' which, made several voyages around the Yellow Sea in 1816. Arrowsmith most probably drew upon the surgeon aboard the 'Alceste', John McCloed, and his book 'A narrative of a Voyage to the Yellow Sea' (1818), for the most up-to-date information." (Lyon and Turnbull).
Upper Sheets: Map of the Alpine Country in the South of Europe.
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1804
6904.001
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(Upper Sheets to) Map of the Alpine Country in the South of Europe. By A. Arrowsmith. Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales.1804.
List No
6904.001
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The upper two sheets joined as one. With title cartouche scene by J. Webber. Map is on four sheets, joined as two. "This large and detailed map shows the political make-up of North Italy and central Europe at the beginning of the nineteenth century. It most notably marks the newly formed Italian Republic (the vassal state of the French Republic), which would in 1805 become the Kingdom of Italy. The map also depicts Swiss cantons - which were in the process of being reorganized under the guidance of Napoleon." (Lyon and Turnbull). The title cartouche is constructed from a beautiful view of the village of Chamouny (Chamonix) by J. Webber, 1787.
Lower Sheets: Map of the Alpine Country in the South of Europe.
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Lower Sheets: M...
1804
6904.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Lower Sheets to) Map of the Alpine Country in the South of Europe. By A. Arrowsmith. Hydrographer to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales.1804.
List No
6904.002
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The lower two sheets joined as one. With title cartouche scene by J. Webber. Map is on four sheets, joined as two. "This large and detailed map shows the political make-up of North Italy and central Europe at the beginning of the nineteenth century. It most notably marks the newly formed Italian Republic (the vassal state of the French Republic), which would in 1805 become the Kingdom of Italy. The map also depicts Swiss cantons - which were in the process of being reorganized under the guidance of Napoleon." (Lyon and Turnbull). The title cartouche is constructed from a beautiful view of the village of Chamouny (Chamonix) by J. Webber, 1787. This map shows Arrowsmith's dense cartographic style used in areas where the landscape was known (Europe) as contrasted to his sparse style where much of the landscape was unknown (Americas, Africa).
Upper Sheet: A Map of Lower Egypt from Various Surveys.
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1807
6912.001
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(Upper Sheet to) A Map of Lower Egypt from Various Surveys communicated by Major Bryce and other Officers. Drawn by A. Arrowsmith 1807. London, Published A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 10th November, 1807.
List No
6912.001
Note
"Large and detailed maps of Egypt published just after the failed Alexandrian Expedition, a major operation during the Anglo-Turkish War of 1807-1809. By 1806, Britain had become increasingly fearful of France's growing influence in Constantinople. After the failure of the Dardanelles Operation in September of that year, the British sent a naval force, under the command of Alexander Mackenzie-Fraser, to secure Alexandria as a base from which to conduct their operations against the Ottomans and French. Although initially met with little resistance, the British were hampered by supply issues and, later on, by stiff Egyptian counteraction. By the end of September they were forced to leave Alexandria having failed in their mission. A great deal of the geographical information for the map of Lower Egypt came from Sir Alexander Bryce of the Royal Engineers (d.1832), who had served under Sir Ralph Abercromby at the Battle of Alexandria of 1801. Bryce would (together with Captain W. Mudge of Ordnance Survey renown) help in carrying out General Roy's system of triangulation for connecting the meridians of Greenwich and Paris, and in the measurement of a "base of verification" in Romney Marsh." (Lyon and Turnbull) Detailed notes describe the condition of canals, roads, and navigation of the Nile River.
Lower Sheet: A Map of Lower Egypt from Various Surveys.
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Lower Sheet: A ...
1807
6912.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Lower Sheet to) A Map of Lower Egypt from Various Surveys communicated by Major Bryce and other Officers. Drawn by A. Arrowsmith 1807. London, Published A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 10th November, 1807.
List No
6912.002
Note
"Large and detailed maps of Egypt published just after the failed Alexandrian Expedition, a major operation during the Anglo-Turkish War of 1807-1809. By 1806, Britain had become increasingly fearful of France's growing influence in Constantinople. After the failure of the Dardanelles Operation in September of that year, the British sent a naval force, under the command of Alexander Mackenzie-Fraser, to secure Alexandria as a base from which to conduct their operations against the Ottomans and French. Although initially met with little resistance, the British were hampered by supply issues and, later on, by stiff Egyptian counteraction. By the end of September they were forced to leave Alexandria having failed in their mission. A great deal of the geographical information for the map of Lower Egypt came from Sir Alexander Bryce of the Royal Engineers (d.1832), who had served under Sir Ralph Abercromby at the Battle of Alexandria of 1801. Bryce would (together with Captain W. Mudge of Ordnance Survey renown) help in carrying out General Roy's system of triangulation for connecting the meridians of Greenwich and Paris, and in the measurement of a "base of verification" in Romney Marsh." (Lyon and Turnbull) Detailed notes describe the condition of canals, roads, and navigation of the Nile River.
Upper Sheet: Map of the Countries lying between the Euphrates and Indus
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Upper Sheet: Ma...
1813
6914.001
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[Arrowsmith, Aaron, Kinneir, John Macdonald]
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(Upper Sheet to) Map of the Countries lying between the Euphrates and Indus on the East and West, and the Oxus and Terek and Indian Ocean on the North and South. Inscribed to Brigadier General Sir John Malcolm Knight of the Royal Persian Order of the Lion and Sun By John Macdonald Kinneir. Published, A. Arrowsmith No. 10 Soho Square Hydrographer to H.R.H., 1st January 1813.
List No
6914.001
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"The map is inscribed by John Macdonald Kinneir to Brigadier General Sir John Malcolm. Sir John Malcolm (1769-1833) spent the majority of his career in India in the employ of the East India Company. Whilst in India he gained a keen interest in the Persian Empire that would lead him to undertake several envoys to Persia under the auspices of the East India Company. In Persia, Malcolm not only successfully introduced the potato, but also took with him several men to conduct research into the country. One such was Kinneir, who in 1813, produced a 'Geographical Memoir of the Persian Empire', which described in detail the routes between the major towns. The present map was intended to accompany that work.The major reason for his research was Britain's increasing concern over Russia gaining power within the region, and whom they feared might invade India. This battle for influence in the area would continue throughout the nineteenth century and become known as 'The Great Game'." (Lyon and Turnbull)
Lower Sheet: Map of the Countries lying between the Euphrates and Indus
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Lower Sheet: Ma...
1813
6914.002
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[Arrowsmith, Aaron, Kinneir, John Macdonald]
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(Lower Sheet to) Map of the Countries lying between the Euphrates and Indus on the East and West, and the Oxus and Terek and Indian Ocean on the North and South. Inscribed to Brigadier General Sir John Malcolm Knight of the Royal Persian Order of the Lion and Sun By John Macdonald Kinneir. Published, A. Arrowsmith No. 10 Soho Square Hydrographer to H.R.H., 1st January 1813.
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6914.002
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"The map is inscribed by John Macdonald Kinneir to Brigadier General Sir John Malcolm. Sir John Malcolm (1769-1833) spent the majority of his career in India in the employ of the East India Company. Whilst in India he gained a keen interest in the Persian Empire that would lead him to undertake several envoys to Persia under the auspices of the East India Company. In Persia, Malcolm not only successfully introduced the potato, but also took with him several men to conduct research into the country. One such was Kinneir, who in 1813, produced a 'Geographical Memoir of the Persian Empire', which described in detail the routes between the major towns. The present map was intended to accompany that work.The major reason for his research was Britain's increasing concern over Russia gaining power within the region, and whom they feared might invade India. This battle for influence in the area would continue throughout the nineteenth century and become known as 'The Great Game'." (Lyon and Turnbull)
Upper Sheet: A Map of the Environs of Constantinople.
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1804
6915.001
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
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(Upper Sheet to) A Map of the Environs of Constantinople Drawn from a great number of accurate astronomical & geographical manuscripts and printed documents, by A. Arrowsmith 1801 and 1804. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 4th September 1804.
List No
6915.001
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"Arrowsmith's large and detailed map of the Ottoman Empire and the Black Sea. By the beginning of the nineteenth century the Ottoman Empire had fallen some way from the lofty heights of 1683, when it had threatened the gates of Vienna. The Russo-Turkish wars of the eighteenth century – most notably that of 1768-1774 – weakened the Empire considerably, and by the time of the present map's publication many of the Great European powers believed her break-up to be imminent.The ramifications of the Empire's gradual decline became know as the Eastern Question; with Britain, Austria, France, and Russia increasingly using the Empire as a pawn in their diplomatic games. At the time of the production of the map – during the Napoleonic War - Britain was increasingly concerned by both Russian and French involvement in Ottoman affairs. She feared not only Russian designs on Constantinople and her wish for a Mediterranean port; but also that control by either power of the Eastern Mediterranean would lead to British interests - most notably in India – being severely compromised." (Lyon and Turnbull).
Lower Sheet: A Map of the Environs of Constantinople.
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1804
6915.002
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Arrowsmith, Aaron
Full Title
(Lower Sheet to) A Map of the Environs of Constantinople Drawn from a great number of accurate astronomical & geographical manuscripts and printed documents, by A. Arrowsmith 1801 and 1804. London, Published by A. Arrowsmith, No.10 Soho Square, 4th September 1804.
List No
6915.002
Note
"Arrowsmith's large and detailed map of the Ottoman Empire and the Black Sea. By the beginning of the nineteenth century the Ottoman Empire had fallen some way from the lofty heights of 1683, when it had threatened the gates of Vienna. The Russo-Turkish wars of the eighteenth century – most notably that of 1768-1774 – weakened the Empire considerably, and by the time of the present map's publication many of the Great European powers believed her break-up to be imminent.The ramifications of the Empire's gradual decline became know as the Eastern Question; with Britain, Austria, France, and Russia increasingly using the Empire as a pawn in their diplomatic games. At the time of the production of the map – during the Napoleonic War - Britain was increasingly concerned by both Russian and French involvement in Ottoman affairs. She feared not only Russian designs on Constantinople and her wish for a Mediterranean port; but also that control by either power of the Eastern Mediterranean would lead to British interests - most notably in India – being severely compromised." (Lyon and Turnbull).
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