We are delighted to unveil a distinguished artifact from the annals of cartography, "Maldives and Lakshadweep Islands" a lithographic treasure conceived by the esteemed cartographer Vandermaelen, with the elegant script by Fs. Charles, and brought to life through the skilled lithography of H. Ode in June of 1825, subsequently published in Brussels in 1827.
As part of the "Second part - Asia" series, this historic map captures the serene beauty and intricate geography of the Maldives and Lakshadweep Islands with extraordinary detail and accuracy. At nearly two centuries old, it represents an era where every nautical mile charted was a step into the unknown, and every island mapped was a discovery that expanded the horizons of the known world.
This rare lithograph is a celebration of the Age of Sail and Discovery, an invaluable piece for historians, collectors, and maritime aficionados alike. It is an invitation to journey back to the early 19th century, to sail the Indian Ocean and explore the pristine beauty of these islands as they were once visualized by pioneers of exploration and cartography.