This is a signed copy of the decorative 1991 map titled The Flukes Map of the British Virgin Islands, created by artist Roger Ellis. The map captures the beauty and allure of the British Virgin Islands with a whimsical and artistic design that combines cartographic detail with illustrations of flora, fauna, and historical elements.
Central to the map are the islands of Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada, and Jost Van Dyke, as well as numerous smaller islets, all labeled with meticulous precision. The map depicts the Sir Francis Drake Channel prominently, a key geographic feature of the area. Surrounding the islands are vivid hand-drawn elements, including tropical birds like a hummingbird, coral reefs, fish, and sailing ships, emphasizing the natural and maritime heritage of the region. The illustration of a pelican perched on the shore adds a distinctively Caribbean touch, while the inclusion of a historical sailing vessel hints at the islands’ colonial and nautical history.