The first chart of Hong Kong, updated to 1958

BELCHER, Edward.

Hong Kong. Surveyed by Capt.n Sir Edward Belcher, in H.M.S. Sulphur 1841.
London: Hydrographic Office of the Admiralty, May 1st 1843-1957. Coloured. 625 x 930mm.

Some reinforcing on fold on verso, otherwise a very fine example.

A very important chart of Hong Kong, surveyed by Sir Edward Belcher in 1841, the year before the island was ceded to Britain, and engraved and first published in 1843. It remained the best chart of Hong Kong for many years and was re-issued until at least 1960, revised with the enlarged settlements, reclaimed land and more soundings, but still with 'Engraved 1843' bottom right.
Captain Edward Belcher produced charts of all over the world for the Navy and also wrote accounts of his voyage around the world and an expedition to the Arctic. He ended his career in the navy as an Admiral.


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