1790 Large original copper engraved antique map titled
"To the Rt Honorable WILLIAM Ele of DERBY Lord of ye ISLE OF MAN - This Map is humbly dedicated and presented by Capt G Collins"
An interesting large engraved Sea Chart map showing The Isle of Map & the surrounding waters with inset view of Peel Castle, Compass Rose and decorative cartouche of putti, sea creatures and mermaid.

This map was created by the maritime Cartographer, Captain Greenvile Collins. Collins was an officer of the Royal Navy and prominent hydrographer who was commissioned by King Charles II in 1676 and appointed by Samuel Pepys (then secretary to the Admiralty) to chart the Coasts of Great Britain and the result was his 'Great Britains Coasting Pilot'.

Condition Central fold as issued. This map is in excellent condition with central fold as issued. Overall size approx 62cm x 50cm.