Old map of Southeast Asia — Trade routes | India, Indochina

Authentic old map of Southeast Asia, referenced 13, a historical document of absolutely exceptional beauty and documentary richness. It vividly and precisely unfolds the vast maritime arc connecting India to the Philippines, from the Indian Ocean to the Pacific — Indochina, Malaysia, Indonesia, Ceylon, Singapore, Hong Kong — at a time when this area was at the heart of the major global colonial balances. The trade flows are represented with fascinating detail: jute, tea, cotton, manganese, rice, rubber, tin, oil, copra, sugar — all strategic resources whose routes to the United States, Europe, and Asia are marked with remarkably elegant arrows. Insets detail Singapore and Hong Kong, highlighting the strategic importance of these trading posts. A rare and spectacular piece, a masterpiece of economic and visual cartography, ideal for framing in large format for a characterful interior. Condition: Superb state of preservation — the deep green of the oceans and the golden reliefs of the landmasses create a striking visual contrast, intact. Delivery: The map will be carefully protected and packaged with the utmost care to ensure it arrives in perfect condition. Available for free collection in Paris and Lyon.