World in Spheres - 1775
| Cartographer: | Unknown |
| Full Title: | Mappe Monde Divisse en ses Quartre Parties |
| Published: | Paris [?], 1775 |
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The fantastically outlandish peninsula occupying present-day Alaska catches the eye immediately, but the freakishly large Vancouver Island, and the rather misshapen Australia are equally remarkable. Tasmania is lacking; New Zealand just a cursory outline; and Antarctica wholly absent, save a remark which reads 'terre vue par F. Drake Antarctique' (Land Seen by F. Drake, Antarctica).
A wonderful and very uncommon/ scarce 18th century map with tremendous cartographic errors from an unknown source.
In VG+ to near excellent condition. Original fold lines as issued. With lovely hand color.
On a c. 12" W x 7 1/4" H sheet; image area c. 11" W x 5 3/4" H.
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| Item #: | 56059 |
| Item Title: | World in Spheres |
| Price ($US, shipping not incl.): | SOLD |
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