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LONDON FINE ANTIQUES

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This is a vintage voyage map of the Americas. A French, framed reproduction of the early 18th century original by Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684 - 1743), dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.


Full title: Carte Très Curieuse de la Mer du Sud, Contenant des Remarques Nouvelles et Très Utiles non Seulement sur des Ports et Îles de cette Mer, Mais Aussy sur les Principaux Pays de l'Amerique tant Septentrionale que Méridionale en a été faite.


Charming reproduction of the profusely detailed original, first published circa 1719
The depiction of the Pacific and Atlantic voyage routes appeared in Chatelain's Atlas Historique
Shows North and South America, the Western coast of Africa and East Asia
Illustrative vignettes present profuse detail alongside many annotations


Printed on quality paper, offering a warm parchment hue
Mounted and displayed behind clear glazing, within a tasteful later frame
Dressed to the rear with mounting wire, ready to hang and enjoy
In good order throughout, consistent with tasteful vintage presentation


This is a charming vintage reproduction of Henri Chatelain's iconic voyage map, offering fine decorative appeal and historical cartographic interest. Delivered ready to display.


Dimensions:
Max Width: 82cm (32.25'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 57.5cm (22.75'')


Map Width: 69.5cm (27.25'')
Map Height: 39.5cm (15.5'')

  • Period: 1960s
    • Price: £695.00
    • €802 Euro
    • $938 US Dollar
  • Location: Devon
    • Dimensions: H: 57.5cm (22.64in)
    • W: 82cm (32.28in)
    • D: 2cm (0.79in)