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City and environs of Sirengampatanne or Seringapatnam taken at the request of Mr Robert Adams surgeon by Alexander Cesars LeGou 1775., 1791 (Paper)
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City and environs of Sirengampatanne or Seringapatnam taken at the request of Mr Robert Adams surgeon by Alexander Cesars LeGou 1775., 1791 (Paper)
7340503 City and environs of Sirengampatanne or Seringapatnam taken at the request of Mr Robert Adams surgeon by Alexander Cesars LeGou 1775., 1791 (Paper) by Dalrymple, Alexander (18th-19th century); 31.5x23.5 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Alexander Dalrymple; Harrison Walker
Single sheet. Engraved. Medium: Segmented and backed. Scale: 1:11 500 (bar). Cartographic Note: Scales in feet and nautical miles. Contents Note: Contains four profiles through the city walls and a table of references.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38177694
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning print captures the city and environs of Sirengampatanne or Seringapatnam as requested by Mr. Robert Adams, a surgeon, and taken by Alexander Cesars LeGou in 1775. The intricate details of this map, created by Alexander Dalrymple, showcase the beauty and complexity of this Asian city during the 18th century.
The paper print measures 31.5x23.5 cm and is housed at the National Maritime Museum in London, UK. It features segmented and backed engravings with a scale of 1:11,500 (bar), including scales in feet and nautical miles for reference.
Notable elements include four profiles through the city walls and a table of references that provide valuable insights into the layout and structures within Sirengampatanne or Seringapatnam during this period.
As you gaze upon this historical artifact, you are transported back in time to an era when cartography was both an art form and a scientific endeavor. The vibrant colors used to bring this map to life add depth and richness to its depiction of India's landscape.
This print serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving our cultural heritage through visual representations like maps that offer glimpses into past civilizations for generations to come.
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