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Antique map titled 'Carte Reduite de l'Isle de la Martinique Dressee au Depost des Cartes Plans et Journaux de la …
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Antique map titled 'Carte Reduite de l'Isle de la Martinique Dressee au Depost des Cartes Plans et Journaux de la Marine.' Superb, large scale chart of the island Martinique filled with incredible detail. It shows roads, topography, soundings, villages, windmills, and plantations. An large inset "Plan du Cul de Sac Royal de la Martinique" is surrounded by a rococo cartouche, balanced by the floral title cartouche in the opposite corner. Rhumb lines and a compass rose complete the composition. Its meticulous topographical and nautical detail makes this one of the major 18th century maps of Martinique. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772): French cartographer and engeneer with the Departement de la Marine.
Condition: Good, given age. Edges with a few small tears, all outside image area. Soft crease lower left. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1758
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- Dimensions
- 23.23ʺW × 35.83ʺH
- Period
- Mid 18th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Condition: Good, given … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Condition: Good, given age. Edges with a few small tears, all outside image area. Soft crease lower left. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. less
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