Oceania - Petri c.1858

Oceania - Petri c.1858Title: Vicariato Aplico di Batavia e Prefettura di Labuan nella Oceania (Tav. CXXXVI) Cartographer: G. Petri Origin: Rome, Italy Date: c. 18581859 Technique: Lithograph with original hand colouring Description: A rare and specialized map of the East Indies, this piece offers a unique perspective on the region through the lens of the mid 19th century Catholic Church. Unlike standard mercantile maps of the era, this work delineates the Vicariate of

showcasing the era's improved naval intelligence

Ralph Abercromby

marking a massive leap forward in European accuracy regarding Chinese internal boundaries

" providing insight into the military architecture used to protect the VOC's interests in the pearl fishery

The Expeditionary Column: If you look closely at the lower right of the print

Soundings & Hazards: Meticulous depth measurements and sandbank outlines throughout the Riau and Lingga Archipelagos

Charles François Delamarche

The composition showcases the plant in its full glory

documenting the island's strategic importance as a naval gateway long before modern colonization

Title: Singapore

this map is a vital artifact for several reasons:

Classical Place Names: You will find a fascinating mix of then-contemporary Ottoman names and classical Greek/Roman references