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Map of Australia and Tasmania. c1902 (engraving)
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Map of Australia and Tasmania. c1902 (engraving)
533041 Map of Australia and Tasmania. c1902 (engraving); (add.info.: Map showing Australia with insets of Melbourne and Port Phillip, Tasmania, and Sydney and Vicinity, circa 1902, from the 10th edition of Encyclopaedia Britannica.); Encyclopaedia Britannica/UIG
Media ID 38406402
© Encyclopaedia Britannica/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1902 19th Century Style Australia Australia Boundary Continent Geographical Border Guidance Illustration Technique Melbourne Meridian Navigational Equipment North Tasmania Old Fashioned Physical Geography Port Phillip Southern Tasmania Sydney Tasmania Tasmanian The Past Western Script Australians
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This stunning engraving from c.1902 showcases a detailed Map of Australia and Tasmania, providing a glimpse into the geographical landscape of the continent during that time period. The intricate design includes insets of Melbourne and Port Phillip, Tasmania, and Sydney and Vicinity, offering a comprehensive view of key locations in Australia.
The map reflects the cartography style of the 19th century, with Western script labeling various regions and boundaries. It serves as a historical artifact, capturing the exploration and navigation tools used during that era to chart out the vast expanse of land down under.
As we gaze upon this print, we are transported back in time to an age when mapping out uncharted territories was both a challenge and an adventure. The coastline is meticulously outlined, highlighting the importance of sea routes for early explorers.
With no people depicted on the map, it allows us to focus solely on the geography and history encapsulated within its borders. This illustration provides us with a window into Australia's past, showcasing its physical geography in an old-fashioned yet captivating manner.
Overall, this Map of Australia and Tasmania engraving is not just a visual representation but also a testament to the spirit of exploration that defined this region in centuries gone by.
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