Asia, from "Court Game of Geography" 1838 - 1855

"Asia" is a hand-colored map depicting the continent of Asia, part of a larger set of maps by William and Henry Rock titled "Court Game of Geography" created between 1838 and 1855. The map depicts the continent in detail, with important cities and geographical features labeled. The piece provides a glimpse into 19th-century cartography and the growing interest in global exploration. This intricate map, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, demonstrates the artistic and scientific advancements of the time through its meticulous detail and historical accuracy.