Old, antique map of the Western Hemisphere with the Americas, by Châtelain 1713-1719
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Old, antique map of the Western Hemisphere showing the Pacific, the Americas and the Atlantic Ocean, by Châtelain, with opposite the continental regions..
One of the most elaborately engraved maps ever published that includes Southeast Asia with the north coast of Australia, America occupying a central position with California prominent as an island, to the west coast of Europe and Africa. The many inset plans, views, portraits, and scenes make this a visual encyclopaedia of the discovery and exploration of the Americas.
Large vignette of Niagara Falls; others show hunting and drying of cod. Many historical notes and explorer's tracks.
Copper engraving on four unjoined sheets
Size when joined: 81 x 140cm (31.6 x 54.6 inches)
Verso: Blank
Condition: Uncoloured, nice copy.
Condition Rating: A
References: Schwartz-Ehrenberg, p.142, pl.85.
From: Atlas Historique. Amsterdam, Châtelain, 1713-1719.
Old, antique map of Pacific - America - Atlantic Ocean by Châtelain
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