For something that has the feel of an illustration, and a good does of color, try this map of Beijing from 1890. The Forbidden City at the heart of the image is especially evocative.  Photo 6 of 7 in Bedrock Images's Forgotten Maps by Aaron Britt

Bedrock Images's Forgotten Maps

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For something that has the feel of an illustration, and a good does of color, try this map of Beijing from 1890. The Forbidden City at the heart of the image is especially evocative.