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Antique Two-Sheet Map of Celebes Sulawesi - Dornseiffen, Dutch East Indies, 1884
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Antique Two-Sheet Map of Celebes Sulawesi by Dornseiffen, Published in 1884 - Dutch East Indies
This striking two-sheet antique map set depicts the island of Celebes (modern Sulawesi) in exceptional geographic and administrative detail, issued from the authoritative Dutch colonial surveys of the late 19th century. Titled across the sheets as part of the official mapping of the region, this work was designed by J. Dornseiffen and published in Amsterdam by Seyffardt’s Boekhandel in 1884. Together, the two sheets form a complete and highly accurate cartographic representation of Northern and Central Celebes, including the Gulf of Tomini, Gorontalo, Tolo Bay, and surrounding coastal regions.
The upper sheet focuses on the northern coastline and the Sulawesi Sea (Soeloe Zee or Zee van Celebes), while the lower sheet continues southward through Central Sulawesi, including Palu, Parigi, Donggala, and the deeply indented eastern peninsulas. The coastline is rendered with extraordinary precision, mountain chains are shown in shaded relief, and rivers, settlements, anchorages, and administrative borders are all clearly defined. Original hand coloring highlights colonial divisions and coastal outlines, adding both visual clarity and decorative elegance.
By the time this map was issued, Dutch colonial rule had shifted from VOC trading dominance to fully structured territorial governance. Dornseiffen’s work reflects this modern imperial phase, where scientific surveying, inland penetration, and fixed administrative borders became standard. Celebes played a key strategic role between Java, the Moluccas, and New Guinea, and this map visually documents that geopolitical importance during the height of Dutch East Indies administration.
Visually, the paired sheets create an impressive horizontal wall presentation. The fine engraving, restrained pastel coloring, and balanced coastal composition give the map strong decorative impact while retaining full documentary authority. Displayed together, the set works beautifully in both classic and contemporary interiors, including libraries, studies, boardrooms, and curated gallery environments.
Two-sheet colonial maps of Celebes in such complete and well-preserved form are increasingly scarce on the market. This set is especially attractive for collectors of Dutch East Indies cartography, Indonesian history, colonial mapping, and 19th-century scientific surveys. It also pairs exceptionally well with Dornseiffen’s matching maps of the Moluccas, New Guinea, and the Lesser Sunda Islands for a cohesive multi-map wall installation of the archipelago.
Condition report: Good antique condition. General age toning consistent with 19th-century paper. Scattered foxing visible, mainly in the margins. Clear plate impressions visible on both sheets. Full margins preserved. No major tears or losses observed.
Framing tips: These sheets are ideally framed as a matched horizontal diptych with wide off-white or warm ivory mats and identical dark walnut, black lacquer, or antique gilt frames. Museum glass is recommended for UV protection and maximum visual clarity. Display works beautifully above a sofa, desk, or long credenza.
Technique: Hand-colored lithographs
Maker: J. Dornseiffen, Amsterdam, 1884 (published by Seyffardt’s Boekhandel)
- Dimensions:Height: 15.36 in (39 cm)Width: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
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- Date of Manufacture:1884
- Condition:Good antique condition. General age toning consistent with 19th-century paper. Scattered foxing visible, mainly in the margins. Clear plate impressions visible on both sheets. Full margins preserved. No major tears or losses observed.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-14172-10A, -10B1stDibs: LU3054347872822
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