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The road and harbour of St. John in the Island of Antigua, 1793 (engraving)
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The road and harbour of St. John in the Island of Antigua, 1793 (engraving)
7339381 The road and harbour of St. John in the Island of Antigua, 1793 (engraving) by Columbine, E.H. (18th century); 64x80 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: EH Columbine; Faden
...with the adjacent coast and shoals from Boons Point to Muskitoe cove surveyed in 1789 and 1790 by Lieut E.H. Columbine of His Majesty's Ship Sibyl'. Single sheet. Engraving. Scale [circa 1:22, 000]. North is at 270 degrees. The border is graduated for latitude. Soundings and clearing lines are shown. The chart contains one inset: The south and part of the west Coast of Antigua [circa 1:150, 000] and two views. There is a text box containing remarks.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38286202
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This stunning engraving captures the road and harbour of St. John in the Island of Antigua, dating back to 1793. Created by E.H. Columbine, this detailed map provides a glimpse into the past with its depiction of the coast and shoals from Boons Point to Muskitoe Cove. The chart is meticulously crafted, showing soundings, clearing lines, and even a text box containing remarks.
The intricate borders are graduated for latitude, while a single inset showcases the south and part of the west coast of Antigua. Two views add depth to the composition, offering viewers a comprehensive look at this Caribbean island's landscape.
As you study this engraving, you can almost imagine yourself standing on the harbourside, watching boats dock in the bustling port. The black-and-white aesthetic adds a timeless quality to this piece, emphasizing its historical significance.
Whether you're an enthusiast of cartography or simply appreciate fine art from centuries past, this print is sure to captivate your imagination. Transport yourself back to 18th-century Antigua as you explore every detail captured in this remarkable work by E.H. Columbine at the National Maritime Museum in London.
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