Map of Greece with Inset of Candia
Cartographer / Artist: Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co.
Date Created: c. 1850
Medium: Engraving with original hand coloring
Physical Dimensions: 15.3 × 12.3 inches
Geographic Scope: Greece
Archive Catalog ID: fp5-img-1927
Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Collection: Greece
This detailed 19th-century map depicts the Kingdom of Greece alongside the Ionian Islands, the Cyclades archipelago, and parts of the Ottoman Balkans. Published in Philadelphia by Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co. in 1850 for inclusion in 'A New Universal Atlas', the work illustrates the post-independence geopolitical landscape of Greece, highlighting regional districts, topography, coastal topography, and major roads or towns. An inset map in the lower left corner presents the island of Crete, designated under its historical name 'Candia'. The overall visual composition is framed by Cowperthwait's signature decorative foliage border and features bright pastel washes to differentiate administrative regions. An explanation key in the upper right defines symbols for capitals, important towns, and minor settlements across the mainland and surrounding seas.
Condition: Light age-toning and faint discoloration along the outer sheet margins.. Small archival annotations in pencil present in the extreme right outer margin.. Strong paper sheet with vibrant original hand coloring and crisp impression lines.




