{"product_id":"carte-ancienne-sri-lanka-1753","title":"Antique map - Sri Lanka 1753","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_eb7304d92469459f\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eEmbark on a fascinating journey to the heart of the 18th century with this exceptional art re-edition of the historic map of the island of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"137\"\u003eCeylon\u003c\/b\u003e (present-day \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"152\"\u003eSri Lanka\u003c\/b\u003e). Originally published in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"186\"\u003e1753\u003c\/b\u003e by the renowned Dutch cartographer \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"229\"\u003eJohannes van Keulen\u003c\/b\u003e, this masterpiece of colonial cartography offers a unique visual record of the island's strategic and commercial importance during the era of the Dutch East India Company (VOC). It is a collector's item of rare documentary richness, essential for enthusiasts of maritime history, spice routes, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"596\"\u003evintage cartography\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThe central map shows the island of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"36\"\u003eCeylon\u003c\/b\u003e with a surprisingly characteristic orientation for the period (north to the right), detailing the ancient inland kingdoms, territorial divisions such as the regions of \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"231\"\u003eHattre Corla\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"250\"\u003eKat Corla\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as the mountain ranges and rivers. The most spectacular feature of this document lies in its striking border composed of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"416\"\u003e22 plans of Dutch fortifications and citadels\u003c\/b\u003e drawn in cavalier perspective. This fortified frame allows an exploration of the military architecture of the island's key colonial trading posts, including the strongholds of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"638\"\u003eColombo\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"647\"\u003eGale\u003c\/b\u003e (Galle), \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"661\"\u003eJafnapatnam\u003c\/b\u003e (Jaffna), \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"683\"\u003eTrinconomale\u003c\/b\u003e (Trincomalee), and Batticalo, each carefully lettered and oriented. A beautifully colored and stylized compass rose in the lower-left corner completes the technical and navigational aspect of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe flamboyant Baroque aesthetic of this \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"42\"\u003eantique map of Sri Lanka\u003c\/b\u003e is enhanced by a large allegorical cartouche at the bottom right, supported by cherubs blowing the trumpet of fame beside the royal coat of arms surrounded by flags and cannons. Right next to it, a splendid animated vignette depicts an idyllic local scene featuring a majestic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"363\"\u003eAsian elephant\u003c\/b\u003e surrounded by figures harvesting the precious \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"425\"\u003ecinnamon\u003c\/b\u003e, the main wealth that made the island world-famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eCarefully reprinted on \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"533\"\u003ehigh-quality paper\u003c\/b\u003e, this superb re-edition faithfully restores the finesse of the copper engravings and the freshness of the period watercolors, making it a majestic and captivating wall decoration for a living room, library, or prestigious office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"cartopolo","offers":[{"title":"50 x 70 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":53680585343319,"sku":null,"price":34.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"70 x 100 cm \/ Creative paper 200 gsm","offer_id":53680585376087,"sku":null,"price":59.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/7854\/4418\/files\/SriLanka175350x70DECORATIONANCIENNE.jpg?v=1780327245","url":"https:\/\/cartopolo.fr\/en\/products\/carte-ancienne-sri-lanka-1753","provider":"Cartopolo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}