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Old World Auctions SALE 140 Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012

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OLD WORLD AUCTIONS AUCTION NO. 140 Closing: Wednesday, May 23rd, 2012 (10 pm EST)

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A+ Fine condition with no noticeable imperfections in the image or blank margins. Any minor restorations or repairs are confined to the margins and have been accomplished professionally. A

Near fine condition with no noticeable imperfections in the image, and only minor imperfections in the blank margins such as edge tears, short fold separations or small stains. Any minor restorations in image or margins have been accomplished with archival materials.

B+ Very good condition with unobtrusive imperfections, such as light toning, offsetting, soil, damp stains or tiny spots in image and margins. May have fold separations or tears that are confined to the blank margins. Any minor restorations in image or margins have been accomplished with archival materials. B

Good condition with no significant imperfections. The paper is sound or any paper weakness has been reinforced with archival materials. There may be tiny wormholes, stains, foxing, uneven toning, repaired tears or short fold separations in the image. Any restorations or repairs in the image have been accomplished with archival materials.

C+ Satisfactory condition with noticeable imperfections. The paper may have some minor weakness. May have trimmed margins, weak or uneven impression, wormholes, spotting, foxing or uneven toning, repaired tears in the image, or fold separations with slight image loss. Any restorations or repairs in the image have been accomplished with archival or removable materials. C

Fair condition with noticeable imperfections in need of repair. May have trimmed margins with minor loss of border, or tears or long fold separations that can be easily repaired. May have repairs that have been accomplished with unknown materials.

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Poor condition with defects in need of significant repair or cleaning. Paper may be highly acid and brittle, severely toned or soiled. May have missing image or significant flaws. May have inappropriate repairs that will require the attention of a professional.


TABLE OF CONTENTS Sale 140

Section

Lot #

World Maps, Title Pages, Celestial Charts

1-67

Maps - Western Hemisphere

68-82

Maps - North America

83-103

Maps - Canada

104-132

Maps - United States

109-336

Maps - Latin America & West Indies

326-412

Maps - Atlantic & Arctic

413-427

Maps - Europe & Mediterrean

428-693

Maps - Asia, Middle East & Holy Land

694-797

Maps - Africa

798-825

Maps - Pacific

826-840

Decorative Prints

841-872

Miscellany (Incunabula, etc.)

873-890

Atlases & Books

891-922


Title Pages, World Maps, Polar, Celestial & Globes 1.

Title Pages (The Bible That Is, the Holy Scriptures Contained in the Old & New Testament), ca. 1610. 8 x 11.8”. (HC) This title page is from an early 17thcentury edition of the Geneva Bible, popularly known as the Breeches Bible, Elizabethan Family Bible, or Pilgrim’s Bible. The Geneva Bible was first published in 1560 in Switzerland by refugees who fled England during the reign of the Roman Catholic Queen BloodyMary. Publication returned to England when Protestantfriendly Queen Elizabeth took the throne. It is one of the most significant Protestant translations of Scripture prior to the King James. This title page is from an edition published by Robert Barker, and features two pillars decorated by 24 medallions representing various personages in the bible. The pillars are surrounded by grapevines and biblical scenes, including Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, and Moses and the Ten Commandments. Watermarked paper with some minor creasing in corners. Remargined at right and bottom with small loss of image at bottom. There is faint manuscript writing in title cartouche including the date 1611. (B) $275-350

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Title Pages ([Leo Belgicus] Verduytscht door Guilliam van Aelst Den. I. Druck), Strada, ca. 1645. 3.5 x 5”. (HC) Among the most interesting decorative works of cartography is a series of arresting maps showing The Netherlands and Belgium in the shape of a lion. This wonderful, miniature version of the Leo Belgicus is based on the original 1538 Aitsinger form with the lion standing facing right with the right paw raised and holding a shield. This version is beautifully engraved with a stippled sea filled with a ship, a sea monster and a compass rose. The De Bello Belgico, written by Famianus Strada, a Jesuit and teacher at the Collegium Romanum in Rome, was a pro-Spanish and pro-Catholic book on the Dutch war of independence. Ref: Tooley (MCC-7) #21. Backed with tissue to repair small tears, chips and worm holes, several of which just enter image at left and right. Marginal soiling. (B) $950-1100

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Title Pages (Le Monde ou la Description Generalle de ses Quatres Parties…), 1660. 8 x 12.5”. (HC) This title page comes from the well-known history and geography series by Pierre Davity (or d’Avity), sieur de Montmartin, who was a French writer, historian and geographer. After serving in the French military, Davity decided to write an encyclopedia on the history and geography of France, which he later expanded to include all regions of the world. After his death in 1635, Davity’s popular work was republished many times and expanded to six volumes, including this edition with revisions by Jean-Baptiste de Rocoles, published by Denis Bechet and Louis Billaine. This title page features miniature maps of Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas, with four male figures representing each of the continents. A French cavalryman wearing a laurel crown fills the upper portion. Lovely color with a few minor spots and some tiny abrasions in the map of Asia and below it. Trimmed close to neatlines, but still ample room for framing. There is a printer’s crease at bottom right and a couple of extraneous creases that have been pressed flat. Backed with tissue. (B+) $275-350

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Title Pages (Atlas ou Recueil de Cartes Geographiques), Fer, Paris, 1709. 11.3 x 15.3”. (HC) This lovely title page features a small world map atop an architectural structure. The map features California as an island and the North American coastline continuing to the top of the map. On top of the structure is De Fer’s mark - an armillary sphere with the words A la Sphere Royale flanking it. To the left is Urania using an astrolabe and Atlas supports a globe on the right. The publisher’s imprint at bottom has been partially erased and rewritten in manuscript brown ink attributing the publisher, Guillaume Danet, who was De Fer’s son-in-law and successor. The coats of arms of the king of Spain and le Dauphin are also featured. Ref: Mclaughlin, #TP-11; Pastoureau, Fer II A. On heavy watermarked paper with light soiling and a few minor abrasions. Remargined on all sides with old paper. (B) $300-375

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Title Pages (Atlas Novus Terrarum Orbis Imperia, Regna et Status Exactus Tabulis Geographice Demonstrans), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1710. 11 x 19”. (HC) This boldly engraved sheet has many allegorical figures gathered in front of a large globe. Standing atop the globe, Atlas and Hercules hold up the heavens. In the background, bats and owls fly in the night sky while storks and eagles fly toward the sun. In the forefront is Neptune, god of seafaring, with his trident. To his right are Mercury, with winged helmet and caduceus, and Cybele, goddess of cities, representing civilization. Behind Cybele is Aeolus, god of the winds. Engraved by Caspar Luyken. Ref: Shirley #79. Lovely color with one tiny hole at lower left, a few unobtrusive spots, a vertical crease and marginal soiling. The left-hand margin has been extended to better accommodate framing. (B+) $275-350

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Frontispiece ([Untitled - Frontispiece]), Le Sorti … Giardino de Pensieri…, ca. 1540. 7.8 x 9.8”. (BW) This elaborate woodcut engraving is the frontispiece to Francesco Marcolini’s famous fortune-telling book, Le Sorti...Giardino de Pensieri (The Fates...Garden of Ideas), one of the earliest known documents about cartomancy (divination with cards). Engraved by Giuseppe Porta, whose imprint appears at bottom right, the scene was closely copied from an engraving by Marco Dente. Whereas Dente’s original engraving depicted a gathering of scientists with a book depicting stars and planets in the foreground, Porta altered the image to show pages from Marcolini’s book with a pack of playing cards beside it in order to represent a group of fortune-telling enthusiasts. The three women in the foreground are believed to be the three Parcae, or Fates, who were the female personifications of destiny. A nice dark impression with trimmed margins, still adequate for framing. Library stamp on verso. (A) $200-240

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Frontispiece - Portrait (Ioannes Baptista Homann…), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, ca. 1740. 10.5 x 15”. (BW) This portrait of Johann Baptist Homann depicts the great cartographer sitting in a library, with a map of Germany before him. Engraved by Johann Wilhelm Winter after the portrait by Johann Kenckel, an employee of neighboring publisher and engraver Christoph Weigel. Johann Baptist Homann (1664-1724) was a German geographer and cartographer. In 1715 Homann was appointed Imperial Geographer of the Holy Roman Empire, as well as a member of the Prussian Academy of Sciences. Shortly thereafter, Homann published his masterpiece Grosser Atlas ueber die ganze Welt (Grand Atlas of all the World). There are some small abrasions near center and a couple of small spots. (B+) $275-350

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World & Continents ([Lot of 5] Typus Orbis Terrarum [and] Americae sive Novi Orbis, Nova Descriptio [and] Africae Tabula Nova [and] Asiae Nova Descriptio [and] Europae), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 19.5 x 14”. (HC) A magnificent set of world and continents maps by Abraham Ortelius, published in the 1598 French edition of the Theatrum, with French text on verso. This set includes: A. Typus Orbis Terrarum. Ortelius’ beautiful oval world map is a simplified reduction of Mercator’s influential map of 1569 presented on an oval projection rather than the projection for which Mercator is now famous. From surviving correspondence, it is known that Mercator encouraged Ortelius and provided him with information, particularly with coordinates of places in the Americas. This is the first state of Ortelius’ third world map updated with the more correct shape of South America and the first depiction of the Solomon Islands off the coast of New Guinea. North America is nearly bisected by a lengthy St. Lawrence River, and the lands of Anian Regnum and Quivira are noted on the western coast. The Atlantic Ocean is filled with phantom islands, including Frieslant, St. Brandain, Brasil and many others. A huge imaginary southern continent incorporates Tierra del Fuego, and the mythical lands of Beach, Maletur and Lucach. The oval projection is surrounded by an intricate strapwork design and four corner medallions containing quotations from Cicero and Seneca. Ref: Shirley #158; Van den Broecke #3.1. Condition: Wide original margins with a few faint spots in the image. (B+) B. Americae sive Novi Orbis, Nova Descriptio. This is one of the most famous maps of America and one that had enormous influence on the future cartography of the New World. Frans Hogenberg engraved this map and it is primarily based on Gerard Mercator’s great multi-sheet world map of 1569. The map features an exaggerated breadth of the North American continent, with a lengthy St. Lawrence River reaching across the continent to nearly meet the fictitious, westward flowing Tiguas Rio. The strategically placed title cartouche hides the unknown South Pacific and therefore most of the conjectural great southern continent, which is shown attached to both New Guinea and Tierra del Fuego. This is the third of the plates that Ortelius used of the Americas, evidenced by the removal of the bulge on the southwestern coast of South America and an added cartouche in North America. Also on this plate, the Solomon Islands are noted for the first time since their discovery in 1568, and the names California, R. de los estrechos, and C. Mendocino have been added to the west coast of North America. The native name of Wingandekoa has been added to the eastern coast, originating from an unsuccessful attempt to colonize the Outer Banks by the English. Ref: Burden #64; Van den Broecke #11. Condition: Wide original margins with a couple of unobtrusive spots in the image. (A) C. Africae Tabula Nova. This striking map is one of the cornerstone maps of Africa and remained the standard map of Africa well into the seventeenth century. It was designed by Ortelius from elements of contemporary maps by Gastaldi, Mercator, and Forlani and used several recent sources: Ramusio in Navigationi et Viaggi (1550), Joao de Barros in Decadas da Asia (1552), and Leo Africanus in Historiale description de l’Afrique (1556). The majority of the nomenclature is taken from Gastaldi. The Nile is based on the Ptolemaic concept, originating from two large lakes south of the equator. Curiously Ortelius did not represent the

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies Mountains of the Moon (a prominent feature on most prior maps) and the twin lakes are not named. Ortelius introduced two important changes to the shape of the continent on this map; the Cape of Good Hope is more pointed, and the eastward extension of the continent was reduced significantly. The map is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche, a grand sea battle (copied from Diego Gutierez’ wall map of the Americas), and sea monsters. This beautiful map was engraved by Frans Hogenberg who engraved many of the maps for the Theatrum. Betz #12.5; Van de Broecke #8; Norwich #10. Condition: Wide original margins with light toning along centerfold and a few faint spots. (B+) D. Asiae Nova Descriptio. Ortelius’ great map of Asia was based on his wall map of 1567, which was in turn based on the work of Gastaldi and various other sources. This map was the standard map of Asia for more than forty years. The cordiform projection shows Asia extended too far to the east, an error propagated with Ptolemy. Japan is in a ‘kite’ form taken from Jesuit sources. Luzon is absent from the Philippines and the mythical lake Cayamay lacus is located in southern China. There are a great number of islands in the East Indies, but not well placed, due to the secrecy of voyages to the region. The title is emblazoned onto a large strapwork cartouche. This is the second, re-engraved plate. Ref: Van den Broecke #7; Walter #11-C; Yeo #5. Condition: Wide original margins with light toning along centerfold and a few faint spots. (B+) E. Europae. This handsome map was based on Gerard Mercator’s 1554 map of Europe and incorporates Magnus’ information on Scandinavia and Jenkinson’s map for Russia. The map extends to include Iceland and part of Greenland, and there is a tiny bit of Labrador intruding into the map at upper left. It also extends into western Asia and Northern Africa based on Gastaldi’s cartography. Finely engraved with a stippled sea and modestly adorned with a sailing ship, compass rose, and a tent encampment in Russia. The personification of Europa being abducted by Zeus in the form a bull graces the title cartouche. This is the second, re-engraved plate. Ref: Van den Broecke #5. Condition: Wide original margins with a couple of unobtrusive spots in the image. (A) See description. $24000-28000 9.

World (Figura del Mondo Universale), Munster, Cosmographia, Basel, ca. 1571. 15 x 11”. (BW) This famous woodblock map is presented on an oval projection surrounded by clouds and wind heads with the title above the map. The continents are shown in rough outline only. North America is shown with the large cleft nearly separating the east coast from the continent, often referred to as the Sea of Verazano. What appears to be a large Northwest Passage stretches towards Asia. South America has a very strange shape as well. In Africa, the Nile is prominently shown with its twin sources beginning in a range of southern mountains. The mythical islands of Grisonum and Calensuan are placed in the proximity of Australia, where there is also the label Mare Pacificum. A sailing ship and several fierce sea monsters occupy the oceans. Initials of the engraver David Kandel in lower left-hand corner. This is the second ‘modern’ world map to appear in Munster’s Cosmographia, published between 1550 and 1578. This example is from an Italian edition, which were published in 1571 in Venice and 1578 in Cologne, with Italian text on verso. Ref: Shirley #92; Manasek #12. Two tiny worm tracks towards top and some faint spots. (B+) $1900-2200

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World (Universi Orbis Descriptio Ad Usum Navigantium), Magini and Porro, Geiographicae Universae…, Venice, ca. 1597. 6.8 x 5.3”. (BW) This small mariner’s map is based on one of the most important world maps of the 16th century; Gerard Mercator’s multi-sheet map of 1569. The map reflects the belief in wide Arctic sea passages and depicts a huge southern continent, to which Magini has added fanciful ranges of mountains. A fine network of rhumb lines criss-cross the map and the oceans are stipple engraved in the Italian style. Printed on a full sheet of Italian text (9.5 x 14.2”) with text below the map providing navigational instructions. This map, engraved by Girolamo Porro, is from the Venetian edition of the quarto edition of Ptolemy’s Geography that was edited by the distinguished Italian geographer Giovanni Magini. Ref: Shirley #196. Light even toning with a few minor damp stains in blank margins, not affecting map. (A) $650-750

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World (Designatio Orbis Christiani), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, [1607]. 7.5 x 5.8”. (HC) This is one of the first thematic maps, and it is the second world map in the Mercator-Hondius Atlas Minor. It is on a planispherical projection and uses symbols (identified in the key at bottom) to designate those areas of the world that are Christian (cross), Muslim (crescent), and idolaters (arrow). This is from the first edition, with Latin text on verso. Ref: Shirley #260. There are a few faint spots and the map has been professionally remargined at top right with a small amount of neatline in facsimile. Cardinal directions written in manuscript ink in blank margins. (B+) $400-500

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World ([World and Horological Diagrams]), Ritter, Speculum Solis…, [1607]. 13.3 x 11”. (BW) A rare and extremely unusual map shows the world projected from the North Pole as if it were the table of a sundial. The landmasses are drawn to scale in proportion to their distance from the pole. The result is a very distorted, though mathematically correct, projection. Ten horological diagrams surround the central map and all are enclosed in a decorative border. The plate was designed for Ritter’s first edition of the Speculum Solis in 1607, and is a synopsis of all the plates that appear in his later editions. Ref: cf Shirley #270. Watermarked paper with a few minute tears that have been professionally closed on verso. Also professionally remargined. (A) $3000-4000

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World (Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac Hydrographica Tabula), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 21.3 x 16.3”. (HC) A magnificent map featuring a carte-a-figures border with allegorical representations of the sun, the moon, the five known planets, the four elements and the four seasons. Along the bottom are vignettes showing the seven wonders of the world: the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Colossus straddling the harbor at Rhodes, the Pyramids, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus at Cairo, the Temple of Diana, the Statue of Jupiter and the lighthouse at Alexandria. Josua van Ende engraved this map, reducing it from Blaeu’s 1605 wall map for inclusion in atlases. Petrus Plancius’ world map of 1592 was the main source of geographical information. The map is shown on Mercator’s projection with a massive Southern Continent attached to New Guinea, with the coastal names of Beach and Psittacorum regio noted from Marco Polo’s travel memoirs. North America has the westward bulge characteristic of the time, with the Strait of Anian noted. Korea is shown as an island and Japan is in a kite-like shape. The map itself is richly decorated with cartouches, sea battles, monsters and compass roses. Fourth state with Tierra del Fuego shown as an island and the date omitted from the lower cartouche on the right. French text on verso. Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #1; Shirley #255. Lovely color with slightly uneven toning and two small, insignificant spots in blank areas of map image. (B+) $17000-20000

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World (Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac Hydrographica Tabula), Merian, Neuwe Archontologia cosmica, Frankfurt, ca. 1638. 14 x 10.5”. (HC) This beautifully engraved world map is presented on Mercator’s projection with cartography closely copied from Blaeu’s world map of 1606. The Latin title is printed at top, outside the neatline. A German gothic script title and notation concerning the discovery of the Americas in 1492 covers the unknown interior of North America. California is a peninsula, and plenty of open ended waterways in the eastern part of North America leave open the question of a Northwest Passage. Two polar projections in lower corners partially obscure the great southern landmass that is connected with New Guinea. The map is finely decorated with sea monsters, galleons and compass roses. Ref: Shirley #345. A long tear at bottom left that extends just past the equator has been professionally repaired. Remargined at right, with a minor amount of map image in facsimile. Light show-through of old manuscript text on verso and a few minor chips and tears in blank margins that have been professionally repaired. (B) $1200-1600

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World ([Untitled - World]), Camoens, Lusiadas, [1639]. 15.3 x 8”. (BW) This double-hemisphere world map appeared in the 1639 Madrid edition of the famous epic poem, Os Lusiadas, originally published in Portuguese by Luis Vaz de Camoens in 1572. The poem is a fantastical interpretation of the Portuguese voyages of exploration during the 15th and 16th centuries, which are depicted on this woodcut map. There are notations of the discoveries of various explorers, including Magellan and Ludovico di Varthema (Lud. Vartomano). The geography on this map is fairly crude, with exaggerated features, including a huge Tierra del Fuego, the river systems in North and South America, and the Niger River in Africa. A massive Southern Continent dominates the map, incorporating New Guinea (Nueva Guinea) and with the coastal names of Beach and Lucach noted from Marco Polo’s travel memoirs. Seventeenth century Spanish maps are excessively rare. Spanish text below map and on verso. Ref: Shirley #347. Toned with some tiny holes and tears along centerfold, not affecting map. Trimmed close to neatline at right and left, as issued. (B) $6500-7500

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World (Nova Orbis Tabula, in Lucem Edita), Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1670. 22.3 x 19”. (HC) This is one of the most attractive double-hemispherical world maps of the late seventeenth century. The corners are filled with images of the seasons, the zodiac, and the elements, all combined within four well-composed vignettes. At top left is a personification of Spring, who also represents Virgo, with the element of Air billowing her robes. The bull of Taurus and the ram of Aries are shown to the right. The top right vignette represents Autumn, with the shore in the background illustrating the element Water. A putti holds a crab representing Cancer, and

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies another holds the lion of Leo. The twins of Gemini flank the inset of the North Pole at top. The lower left scene presents Summer and Earth with a wine-imbibing Bacchus and a scene of drunkenness The signs for Scorpio and Libra are held by two followers, while Sagittarius gallops in the background. Winter holds court in the final vignette, with the element of Fire shown to the left. Aquarius is represented by a child pouring water into a basin. A group of raucous children in the background hold a goat representing Capricorn and a fishing pole with the double fish of Pisces. In North America, the Great Lakes appear as one large semi-circle with an open western end, and the island of California is shown on the Briggs model with a flat northern coast, and a portion of Anian appears in the Pacific Northwest. South America has the mythical L. Parime astride the equator, with the imaginary golden city of Manoa on its shores. Asia displays a Japan with an oversized Iedso (Hokkaido) shown on the map of the Western Hemisphere. A partial coastline for Australia is shown, and both New Zealand and Tasmania are indicated by only one stretch of coastline. The inset of the North Pole shows Hudson Bay with two southern bays, and the inset of the South Pole is nearly blank save for the very tip of South America and Tierra del Fuego. This is the second state of the plate with cherubs in the cusps and a decorative outside border. Ref: Shirley #451. Attractive color with professional repairs of centerfold separations and a chip in top left corner, with a minor amount of border in facsimile. There are several tears between 1” and 9” in bottom portion of map that have also been very skillfully repaired. (B) $4250-5000 17.

World (Planisphere, ou Carte Generale du Monde…), Duval, Cartes de Geographie… Introduction a la Geographie…, Paris, 1676. 23.5 x 13.3”. (HC) Duval’s double-hemisphere map generally follows Sanson’s world map of 1660 with the exception of the representation of Australia. Nouvelle Holande is depicted in an unusual and less accurate form, despite the fact that Duval’s map of the East Indies from the same atlas gives an updated depiction of the continent. In North America, California is shown as an island, and the Great Lakes are open-ended towards the west. A large Terre de Iesso spans nearly the entire North Pacific. In South America, the mythical L Parime and Lac Xaraies still appear. Duval also depicts a massive southern continent, which is nearly attached to Nouvelle Zelande and is labeled Terre de Quir. Surrounding the hemispheres are diagrams showing the planetary orbits and the ancient and modern names of the winds, as well as a terrestrial globe and an armillary sphere. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps with many of the maps based on Sanson. Engraved by Louis Cordier. This is the third state of the map, which was originally published in 1666. Ref: Shirley #441; Pastoureau, DUVAL II D [11]. Watermarked paper with a few unobtrusive spots, and a small hole along neatline at top left that has been professionally repaired, with a minor amount of neatline in facsimile. There are faint damp stains that just enter map at right and left, and professional paper repairs in blank margins. (B+) $1900-2200

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World (Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac Hydrographica Tabula), Pitt, The English Atlas, ca. 1680. 20.8 x 15.5”. (HC) This beautiful map is one of the most intriguing examples of the internal workings of the map publishing business in the seventeenth century. The copperplate from which the map was printed was originally engraved by Pieter van den Keere (Petrus Kaerius) in 1608. It then passed into the hands of Jan Jansson in 1620, and finally to Jansson’s heirs who formed a partnership with the Englishman, Moses Pitt. The plate was reworked several times and a comparison of the various states provides a compelling view of the changing image of the world during the 17th century. In this final state, the classic carte-a-figures borders remain unchanged, while the map itself was updated with actual discoveries such as Australia, Tierra del Fuego and the straits of Magellan and Le Maire. Other changes reflect prevailing, but erroneous, theories such as an insular California, a peculiar isthmus linking Nova Zemla to northern Asia, and a revived huge Antarctic landmass. The map is very scarce because Pitt’s ambitious atlas project was a commercial failure, resulting in his confinement in debtor’s prison. This map is a classic example of the mapmaker’s art with carte-a-figures borders depicting allegorical representations of the sun, moon, the five known planets, the four elements and the four seasons. Along the bottom are vignettes showing the seven wonders of the world: the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Colossus over the harbor at Rhodes, the Pyramids, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus at Cairo, the Temple of Diana, the Statue of Jupiter and the lighthouse at Alexandria. Ref: Shirley #504 (cf #264). Attractive color and wide margins with a couple of insignificant small spots and marginal soiling. (A) $13000-18000

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World ([Lot of 2] Nouveau Continent avec Plusieurs Isles et Mers [and] Ancien Continent), Mallet, Beschreibung des Gantzen Welt Kreises…, Paris, [1683]. 4 x 5.5”. (HC) Matched pair of maps of the hemispheres. In the Western Hemisphere, California is shown as an island and there are several disembodied coastlines in the Pacific and the region labeled Terres Australes. In the Eastern Hemisphere, Australia is still in a conjectural form and there is a partial coastline of the southern continent labeled Terres Incognues. Tiny galleons decorate the maps. Ref: (WH) McLaughlin #85-2. (A) $275-350

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World (Werelt Caert), Stoopendaal, Rotterdam, ca. 1690. 18 x 12.3”. (HC) This decorative double hemisphere map from a Dutch bible is based on Visscher’s similar map of 1663. The surrounding allegorical representations of the continents were copied from Visscher, but the map has been updated to show California as an island with a flat northern coastline, Australia’s western and northern coastlines, a revision in the coastline for New Guinea, and the addition of some islands in the South Pacific. Diagrams of the Copernican and Ptolemaic solar systems rest between the hemispheres. This is the smaller version of this world map, without the banner title. Dutch text on verso. Ref: cf Shirley #498; Poortman & Augusteijn #136-KII2. Lovely color with light show-through of text on verso and a professionally repaired centerfold separation that enters 1/4” into map image at bottom. There is also a tear that enters 3/4” into map image at top that has been professionally repaired. (B+) $1100-1400

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World (Typus Orbis Terrarum), Cluver, Introductio in Universam Geographicam…, [1697]. 12 x 6.2”. (HC) Charming small double hemisphere map with the peninsular form for California and a huge Terra Australis Incognita. The corners are decorated with the female representations of the four continents. Tucked between the cusp at bottom is the figure of Atlas holding the world on his shoulders, wind heads, and fire. Ref: Shirley #586. There is some printer’s ink residue along the top right neatline and some marginal soiling. (B+) $400-600

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World (Nieuw Aerdsch Pleyn), Robijn (Robyn), Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 20.5 x 23.3”. (HC) This magnificent world map on a single polar projection was inspired by Cassini’s map of 1650. Based on Jacob Robyn and Hendrick Doncker’s four-sheet world map, this edition was also likely devised by Andreas van Luchtenburg, with the surrounding allegorical scenes engraved by Jacob Harrewyn. This is the second state with Robyn’s imprint replaced with that of Cornelis Danckerts. The map is presented in a circular form on the equidistant azimuthal projection created by Le Mayerne Turquet in 1648, in which the latitudes appear as equidistant concentric circles. In North America, only one Great Lake is depicted, and Nieu Nederland appears on the East Coast as opposed to New York, as it was renamed in 1644. California is shown as an island with a flat northern coastline. In South America, the two mythical lakes Parime Lacus and Xarayes are depicted. Parts of New Zealand and Tasmania are also shown, and Australia is connected to New Guinea. Ref: Shirley #582. Lovely original color, trimmed to neatlines and remargined on all sides. There is some light soiling, a few faint damp stains, and small abrasions in vignettes. The centerfold has been reinforced on verso with Japanese tissue. (B+) $7000-8000

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World (De Werelt Caart), Danckerts, Amsterdam, ca. 1710. 20.5 x 14.5”. (HC) This is Cornelius Danckerts’ second world map; his first being a re-engraved version of his father’s map. This map is presented in the new scientific style popular at the turn of the 18th century. Danckerts retained the continental outlines from his father’s map, including the island form of California/b>. However, he updated information on the course of the Mississippi from recent French discoveries. Terra Esonis stretches across the Pacific from just above California nearly to Asia and the land of Yedso above Japan. Tasman’s discoveries relating to Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania are shown in the Pacific. North and south polar projections appear at the top and bottom between the spheres. In each upper corner are illustrations of the Ptolemaic theory on the revolution of the planets and stars around the earth. In the lower corners are diagrams of the movement of the Sun throughout varying degrees of latitude, and a plan of the Sun, Moon and Earth during lunar and solar eclipses. There are extensive notations in Dutch at the top and a keyed table of latitude at the bottom. Dutch text on verso, from a Dutch Bible. This edition does not have Danckerts’ imprint at bottom, which is more commonly found. Ref: cf Shirley #615; cf Poortman & Augusteijn #159 (attributed to Albert Schut). Minor centerfold separations have been professionally repaired with old paper on verso, and there is just a touch of soiling in bottom right corner. (A) $1600-1800

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World (Orbis Terrarum Tabula Recens Emendata et in Lucem Edita), Stoopendaal, Rotterdam, ca. 1714. 18 x 14”. (HC) This decorative double hemisphere world map was issued in a Dutch Bible published by the Keur family. It is based on Visscher’s Bible map of 1663 and is surrounded by nearly identical engravings, which include numerous exotic animals and four female allegorical representations of the continents. At the top and bottom are two diagrams depicting the Copernican

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies and Ptolemaic theories of the solar system. California is depicted as an island with a flat northern coast. Australia includes the western and northern coasts and the discoveries of Van Diemen. There are numerous Pacific islands including much of the western coastline of New Zealand. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Shirley #498; Poortman & Augusteijn #130 (GII-2). Ample margins and lovely color with a tiny hole in the mountains at top right due to a paper flaw. There are separations and tiny abrasions along the centerfold that have been archivally repaired with minute loss of image. (B) $1500-2000 25.

World (De Aard-Kloot Volgens de Hedendaagse Gedaante), Goeree, Amsterdam, ca. 1730. 11.5 x 6.8”. (HC) An unusual world map that shows California as an island and a rudimentary form of Australia. Tucked into the cusps of the double hemisphere map is a very inventive depiction of the earth as it would be seen from space if the oceans were drained. Allegorical female representations of the four continents with their animal escorts are arrayed at the bottom of the map. Issued folding with marginal soiling and a printer’s crease in the western hemisphere. (A) $700-800

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World (Carte Generale du Monde, ou Description du Monde Terrestre & Aquatique), Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1730. 18.7 x 15”. (HC) This is Pierre Mortier’s unique world map drawn on Mercator’s projection. It depicts California as an island and the Detroit d’Anian connected by dotted lines through the Northwest Passage to Button’s Bay located to the west of Hudson Bay. There is an erroneous large lake shown as the source for the Rio Norte (Rio Grande River) located in the Southwest, as well as an early, open-ended version of the Great Lakes named Mer Douce. A small coastline of New Zealand appears in the Pacific. The northeast coast of Asia is severely truncated and shows Witsen’s Cap de Glaces. Australia’s northern coast is shown connected to New Guinea, and two disjointed coastlines appear to the south, including Van Diemen’s Land. The most interesting features of the map are the five spheres presented along the top depicting day and night, the flood, the phases of the moon, and the Western and Eastern Hemispheres. The map was precisely engraved by Jan van Luchenburg (imprint at lower left). This is the second state with the Covens and Mortier imprint. Ref: Shirley #622. There is an archivally repaired tear that enters 2.5” into image at bottom and a faint pencil mark to the left of North America. (B+) $1000-1300

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World (An Essay of a New and Compact Map, Containing the Known Parts of the Terrestrial Globe), Bellin, Paris, 1750. 27 x 20”. (HC) Bellin’s popular world map is presented on Mercator’s projection with two fine compass roses orienting the chart. North America is shown with a very pronounced River of the West connecting through a series of rivers and lakes from Lake Superior to the Pacific - representing the elusive Northwest Passage. A portion of the Asian coastline is depicted a short distance from the supposed western coast. The Russian discoveries in the North Pacific are not yet shown, although there is a note about the voyages of 1743. Able Tasman’s new discoveries in New Zealand and Australia are shown. Australia is labeled Hollandia Nova with Nova Guinea linked to the mainland by the Carpentier coastline. Terre de Diemen, also labeled I. Tasman, is connected to the mainland by conjectural dotted lines. A large, decorative title cartouche completes the composition. Published by Peter de Hondt with titles in French and Dutch in lower margin. Issued folding, now pressed with wide margins and slight printer’s ink residue. A few small fold separations, as well as a long tear in upper-right corner, have been professionally repaired. (B+) $1000-1200

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World (A Map of the World, on Mercators Projection), Anon., Gentleman’s Magazine, London, 1755. 11.3 x 7.3”. (BW) Jolly called this “a neatly executed map showing the state of discovery with little fanciful speculation.” The west coast of North American is labeled New Albion and a note in the Pacific reads “Land discovered in 1741, see Gent. Mag. Vol. 24.” The entire eastern coast of Australia is indicated as unknown by a dotted line and Van Diemens Land is still connected to the continent. Only the western coast of New Zealand is shown. Cape Circumcision floats alone in the south Atlantic well below the Cape of Good Hope. The map is still bound in the original December 1755 issue that includes an article on the map. Ref: Jolly (GENT-94) Issued folding, with uneven toning. The magazine’s first few pages are detached. (B) $140-170

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World (Mappe-Monde ou Carte Generale du Globe Terrestre Representee en Deux Plan-Hemispheres), Bossuet, Discours sur l’Histoire Universelle…, Amsterdam, [1755]. 6.5 x 5”. (HC) This handsome small world map depicts California as an island, with the Iesso als Ieco landmass stretching nearly to Japan. At the South Pole there are still remnants of Terre Magellanique Australe et Incogneue which nearly connects with a partial coastline of New Zealand. New Guinea is shown in approximately its correct position. The map also shows the short-lived N. Danemarck west of Hudson Bay. It is based on Sanson’s pocket atlas map and includes a considerable amount of information for such a small map. A hint of toning and a couple of faint spots in eastern hemisphere. (B+) $200-240

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World (Nieuwe Wereld Kaart, waar in de Reizen van den Hr. Anson Rondsom de Wereld…), Tirion, ca. 1769. 16 x 9”. (BW) Simple, but handsome, map of the world on Mercator’s projection showing the voyage of the British naval officer, Commodore Anson. In 1740 Anson and his crew sailed from Britain past Cape Horn to Manila and then onwards back to Britain. During this trip they captured a Spanish galleon and confiscated its treasure worth half a million pounds. The map shows the island of California and only part of Australia. There is little interior detail with the focus of the map being this important voyage. A very sharp impression with a few spots in the image and a hint of toning, else very good. (B+) $250-325

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World (Neue Welt-Karte Welche auf Zwoo Kugelflaechen die Haupt-Theile der Erde…), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1784. 22.5 x 18.8”. (HC) This interesting world map presents some curious cartography, given the date of the map. The Great Lakes are shown as one huge body of water and California is strangely shaped with the Baja nearly appearing as an island. Australia includes several place names on the eastern coast, which resulted from Cook’s discoveries in 1770. However, Van Diemens Land is still shown connected to the mainland. The tracks of several late 18th century expeditions are shown. Color key and German text panel below the hemispheres. Watermarked paper with wide margins and original color. Light, uneven toning with a crease in left blank margin. (B+) $850-1100

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World (A General Chart on Mercator’s Projection, to Shew the Track of the Lion and Hindostan from England to the Gulph of Pekin in China, … also the Limits of the Chinese Empire, as Extended by the Conquests of the Present Emperor Tchien-Lung.), Barrow, An Authentic Account of an Embassy from the King of Great Britain…, London, 1796. 36.5 x 23.5”. (BW) This large chart was part of an account of George Macartney’s travels to China. Macartney was Britain’s first envoy to China, and was tasked with convincing emperor Emperor Qianlong to ease restrictions on trade between Great Britain and China by allowing the British to have a permanent embassy in the country. The map shows the track of two ships, the Lion and Hindostan, on their routes from England to China and back. Each day’s progress was recorded along the route along with several notations to the dangers along the way. The map was drawn by John Barrow, who was the private secretary to Lord Macartney. He was later Secretary to the Admiralty and was a vice-president and founding member of the Royal Geographical Society. Published by George Nicol. Nice impression on thick, watermarked paper with a few tiny spots, else fine. (A) $400-500

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World (Map of the World on a Globular Projection Exhibiting Particularly the Nautical Researches of Capn. James Cook…), Arrowsmith, Boston, 1799. 72.5 x 38.5”. (HC) This impressive large-scale double-hemisphere map was designed to illustrate the routes and discoveries of Captain Cook. Originally published in 1794, it illustrates the important discoveries made in the Pacific and Arctic at the end of the 18th century. The map is dedicated to Alexander Dalrymple, the British Hydrographer, and includes a portrait of Dalrymple at bottom and one of Cook at top. There are numerous notations throughout of discoveries by various explorers, including Cook, Mackenzie and Hearne. The United States is depicted just prior to the Louisiana Purchase, which occurred in 1803. The important discoveries made by Cook on the east coast of Australia (New Holland) are carefully noted and the newly discovered (1798) Bass Strait between Australia and Tasmania is present. Printed on four sheets, joined, with title and dedication separately printed and pasted on the map, as issued. Aaron Arrowsmith established his own cartographic business in 1790 after working with Faden and Cary for two decades. He quickly became one of the most prominent mapmakers in London and established an international reputation. That reputation was built on his ability to gather up-to-date information from a wide variety of sources and compile the most accurate and highly detailed maps. He went on to become Hydrographer to the King of England and Geographer to the Prince of Wales. He specialized in large-format, multi-sheet, separately issued maps that are now very scarce. Ref: Stevens & Tree (MCC-39) #91b; Kashnor, Leon (MC #4), p.29. Original outline color with minor refreshing, a few small spots, and faint damp stains in top portion of the map. There are two 2.5” tears in the northern portion of the eastern hemisphere, as well as minor tears and chips along sheet edges that have all been professionally repaired. Excellent condition for a map of this size. (A) $16000-20000

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World (Mappe-Monde ou Carte Generale de toutes les Parties du Globe, Corrigee et Augmentee des Decouvertes de Cap. Cook…), Delamarche, Paris, 1804. 15 x 9.3”. (HC) This copper engraved map of the world is drawn on Mercator’s projection. Considering the scale, there is good detail of major place names, watershed and islands of the world. The map has been updated to illustrate the recent discoveries of Cook, La Perouse, Vancouver, and Mackenzie. Notations in the Arctic discuss recent explorations, and there is good detail of the islands of the Pacific. This map was issued in three versions based on the three legends at top, depicting how the world is divided by religion, skin color, and facial features. This version identifies the four main religions of the world. Title cartouche notes that Delamarche is the successor to Robert de Vaugondy. Light toning along centerfold, with light foxing in blank margins. (B+) $190-220

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World (Mappe-Monde Dressee Suivant les Nouvelles Relations…), Robert de Vaugondy/Delamarche, Paris, 1804. 29 x 18.8”. (HC) Fifth state of this attractive double hemisphere world first issued in 1749. The map has been updated with information, particularly the additional discoveries of Cook, La Perouse, Vancouver, and Mackensie to the year 1802 as noted in the supplementary cartouche. With these discoveries now reflected in the map, we no longer see the notion of a Northwest Passage. However, much of the inland Pacific Northwest is still relatively blank. The tracks of explorations and trade routes are shown in detail throughout. The large title cartouche is draped with a garland of flowers. Originally by the Robert de Vaugondy family, this map was reissued by their successor, Charles Francois Delamarche. Ref: cf. Pedley #6. Outline color on watermarked paper, with an archivally repaired centerfold separation that enters 4” into map image at bottom. There are some small worm tracks that have been professionally repaired, with a minute amount of map border in facsimile. (B+) $550-700

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World (Terre Suivant la Projection de Mercator, et Conforme a l’Etat Actuel des Connaissances Geographiques), Andriveau-Goujon, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1836. 23 x 16.5”. (HC) This map of the world on Mercator’s Projection is filled with place names and topographical details. The coastal regions in the Polar and Antarctic regions are largely uncharted. Alaska is named Amerique Russe. The map is adorned with an attractive swash letter title and a keyboard-style border. Engraved by P. Rousset. Ref: cf. Phillips (Atlases) #791. Original outline color and wide margins with faint offsetting and light toning along centerfold. (B+) $120-150

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World (Planiglob in Mercators Projection. Zugleich als Karte v. Australien), Stieler, Stieler’s Schul-Atlas, Gotha, ca. 1840. 9 x 7.3”. (HC) Handsome world map with minimal geo/political information. A time-bar at bottom shows the difference in times around the world from Paris. A few faint spots. (B+) $80-100

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World (Westliche Halbkugel Oestliche Halbkugel), Stieler, Stieler’s Schul-Atlas, Gotha, ca. 1840. 9.5 x 8”. (HC) A charming double-hemisphere map showing good detail of islands, with an inset of Australia and its surrounding islands. The inset is flanked by text giving the sizes of the continents and dimensions of earth. Light soiling. (B+) $80-100

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World (Planisphere), Levasseur, Atlas Universel Illustre, Paris, ca. 1848. 16 x 11”. (HC) This lovely steel engraved map is from one of the last decorative atlases of the nineteenth century. It is drawn on Mercator’s classic projection and is surrounded by fine steel engravings including vignettes representing the four seasons, allegorical figures of the continents and several mythical figures, Adam and Eve, and an astrological banner stretching across the night sky at the top. In North America, a very large Oregon Territory appears on the west coast stretching from Mexico and the Baja well into British Columbia, reflecting U.S. claims in the region. Wide original margins with a couple of faint spots. (B+) $220-250

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World (The World on Mercator’s Projection), Tallis, London, ca. 1851. 13.8 x 10.5”. (HC) This is a very handsome steel-engraved world map that was produced from the same plate used to celebrate the explorations by Captain James Cook. This issue has seven vignettes rather than only one vignette of Cook’s ship Endeavour. The beautifully rendered vignettes on this issue show important places and cities of the world including London, Constantinople, Niagara, the Pyramids of Ghizah, Port Neuf in Paris, Gibraltar, and Vesuvius. In the seas the “Steam Routes to the Colonies” are shown in color. The map was drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin, the illustrations are by H. Warren, engraved by J.B. Allen. Published by the London Printing and Publishing Company. Original outline color with light toning and a couple of tiny centerfold separations that have been archivally repaired. (B+) $180-220

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World (Mappemonde), Vuillemin, Paris, ca. 1856. 29 x 17.5”. (HC) This is a nice double-hemisphere map of the world centered on the Pacific Ocean with the Western Hemisphere on the right. There is good detail of the islands in the Pacific Ocean and the coastline of Australia. Alaska is noted as Amerique Russe and the Pacific Northwest is labeled the Oregon District. Below the hemispheres is an attractive celestial chart titled Systeme Planetaire showing the planetary orbits in the solar system. There are a couple of 1” separations along the centerfold, which have been closed on verso with archival tape along with a few abrasions. (B) $150-180

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Ancient World (Macrobii Ambrosii Aurelii Theodosii, uiri Consularis, et Illustris, In Somnium Scipionis, Lib. II. Saturnaliorum. Lib. VII…), Macrobius, Rome, ca. 1574. 5 x 7”. (BW) This work, written by Ambrosius Macrobius, is a commentary on Cicero’s Dream of Scipio. It includes a rare woodcut map of the world illustrating Cicero’s interesting theories. This diagrammatic map shows two distinct regions of the earth. The inhabited Afro-Eurasian continent was balanced by an unknown, and relatively equal, landmass (Temperata Antipodunobis Incognita) on the other side of an impassable torrid zone (Perusta) and a great boiling sea (Alveus Oceani). It was this notion of antipodean balance and landmass equivalence that continued to attract Renaissance minds to the otherwise outmoded geographical ideas of Macrobius. Distinguished cartographers like Mercator and Ortelius would later incorporate Macrobius’ model into an immense southern continent (Australis Incongita) to balance the known lands of the world, and the division of the world into climactic zones is still in use today. Macrobius was a 5th century Roman neoplatonic philosopher. His commentary on Cicero’s Somnium Sciponis was of great influence in the Middle Ages and gained popularity with the advent of printing. First published in Brescia in 1483, numerous editions appeared throughout the 16th century. His commentary includes several chapters dealing with his own conception of the world and the universe. It also contains references to many facets of the scientific knowledge of his time, including references to physics, astronomy, and mathematics. Title page, 567 pp. (map at p. 144, misnumbered as p. 154), and extensive index. Hardbound in half leather with gilt titling on spine and marbled paper-covered boards. Ref: Shirley #13. The map is in very good condition, with a couple of faint spots. The text has occasional light spots, and the first 35 pages have small damp stains in bottom blank margin and along spine. The title page has a large chip at bottom and has been backed in old paper, and a couple of text pages have minor chips in bottom blank margins. The binding is slightly loose and the covers and spine are lightly worn and rubbed, with bumped corners. (B+) $1500-1800

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Ancient World (Tabula Itineraria ex Illustri Peutingerorum Bibliotheca…), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1650. 159.3 x 7.3”. (HC) This impressive long map is the famous Peutinger Table, or a Roman road map of the world. The original parchment document was found by Konrad Celtes in a library in Augsburg, came into the hands of Konrad Peutinger and later went to his relative Mark Welser who was the first to publish a copy of it in 1591 at Aldus Manutius in Venice. This map, based on the original manuscript, was first popularized by Ortelius in 1598 and became an important part of his great historical atlas. Jansson’s version is nearly identical to that of Ortelius. This decorative strip map depicts the imperial roads and posts within the Roman Empire throughout Europe, North Africa and Asia as far as Toprobana (Sri Lanka). Printed on 8 sheets, now joined. Ref: Shirley #393. Issued folding, with some minor fold separations that have been archivally repaired. (A) $2750-3500

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Ancient World (Geografische Kaarte van de Oude Weereld Volgens de Verdeeling der Kinderen van Noach…), Calmet, Paris, ca. 1725. 17.5 x 12.8”. (HC) This classic map of the ancient world depicts Europe, Asia, and northern Africa with ancient place names. The prominent rococo-style cartouche and a large compass rose with fleur-de-lis adorn the elegant sheet. Watermarked paper with faint toning along centerfold at top. (A) $300-400

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North Pole (Septentrionalium Terrarum Descriptio), Mercator, Gerardi Mercatirus Atlas…, [1613]. 15.5 x 14.8”. (HC) This influential map was the first separately printed map devoted to the Arctic. The hemisphere is surrounded by a floral design with four roundels in each corner. These contain the title, the Faeroe Isles, the Shetland Isles, and the mythical island of Frisland. The North Pole is shown according to legend as a large rock in a giant whirlpool and surrounded by four islands separated by rivers. One of the islands is noted as being inhabited by pygmies. The magnetic north is depicted as a separate island rock just outside the polar mass. In North America, there is a very early reference to California (California regio, sola fama Hispanis nota), curiously shown north of the El streto de Anian. The map depicts the attempts of Frobisher and Davis to locate the northern passages to Asia. This is the second state of the plate with updates in the region

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies north of Russia including undefined coastlines to one of the islands surrounding the pole and Novaya Zemlya. French text on verso. Ref: Burden #88; Kershaw #22a. Original color and wide margins with several centerfold separations and some cracking adjacent to centerfold towards bottom, caused by the oxidation of the green pigment, all of which have all been expertly repaired. There is one small worm hole just west of Greenland that has also been professionally repaired, with minute loss of image. (B+) $2500-3250 46.

North Pole (Polus Arcticus cum Vicinis Regionibus), Mercator/Hondius, Historia Mundi, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 7.3 x 5.3”. (HC) This is a reduced version of the second state of Mercator’s famous North Pole map. It depicts the region between the pole and the Arctic Circle. This is one of the most intriguing early maps, combining medieval geographic concepts with some of the most advanced cartography of its day. The North Pole is shown as a rocky island surrounded by ‘indrawing seas’ between four huge islands. The map shows an awareness of recent discoveries, including those of Frobisher and Davis, as well as the northern sea passage through America to Asia. It is a striking example of baroque engraving, with the map set off by the roundel title cartouche and inset maps of the Faeroes, the Shetlands and the mythical Frisland in the corners, and framed by a border of interlocking acanthus designs. English text on verso. Ref: Burden #154; Kershaw #29. Light show-through of text on verso and minor soiling and archival paper repairs in blank margins. (A) $400-500

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North Pole (Repraesentatio Geographica Itineris Maritimi Navis Victoriae in qua ex Personis), Scherer, Atlas Novus, ca. 1700. 14 x 9”. (HC) This very graphic map is presented on a north polar projection and depicts all of the world except the South Pole, with California shown as an island. The map illustrates the remarkable circumnavigation led by Ferdinand Magellan. On the left is an illustration of Victoria, the only remaining ship from Magellan’s Armada de Molucca that sailed from Seville in 1519 in search of a westward route to the Spice Islands. On the right, the few expedition survivors (18 out of the original 237) are shown making their way to the Santa María de la Victoria church in Seville, where they went to give thanks for their safe return. The title cartouche includes the date of their return, September 7, 1522. Ref: Shirley #626. (A) $1200-1500

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North Pole (A Correct Draught of the North Pole…), Bowen, Navigantium atque itinerantium bibliotheca…, Philadelphia, ca. 1747. 17.5 x 15.5”. (HC) A highly detailed map that shows the tracks of navigators in their numerous attempts to find a northern passage to the economic riches of Asia. The map shows great information on the hunt for the Northwest Passage via Hudson Bay. Much of Greenland and the western part of North America remain undiscovered. A decorative title cartouche obscures the unknown northwest coast. Panels of English text at the bottom describe the explorations and probabilities of finding a Northwest Passage via Hudson Bay, with particular interest in the outcome of the 1746 Arthur Dobbs expedition. Published by John Harris. Ref: Kershaw #418. Trimmed at top with some loss of neatline. There are tiny archivally repaired tears and chips in blank margins, a few of which just enter neatline at top. (B+) $425-500

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North Pole (De Noord Pool waar in Aangetoont Werd alle de Nieuwe Landen tot op Heeden toe Ondekt [on sheet with] De Eilanden van Sangir Sjauw en Pangasare), Keizer/De Lat, Atlas Portatif, Deventer, [1747]. 10.8 x 7”. (HC) An interesting Dutch map that includes a map of the North Pole featuring the island of California with a narrow isthmus near the center of its eastern coast, and a faint coastline labeled, Onbekend Land, nearly connecting Asia and North America. A second map that takes up nearly a third of the sheet covers the volcanic islands of the Sangihe Archipelago in Indonesia. Ref: McLaughlin #231. Issued folding, now pressed, with a few errant spots of color in the north Pacific. (B+) $160-200

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North Pole (A Map of the Country Thirty Degrees Round the North-Pole), Trusler, The Habitable World Described…, [1788]. 7.3 x 7.8”. (HC) This uncommon copper-engraved polar projection depicts Greenland connected to North America, which is left blank with the exception of a few coastal place names and a mention of the Copper Indians. The boundary of ice discovered in 1773 is noted. Engraved by Samuel John Neele. Ref: Kershaw #485; McCorkle (18th Century British & American Geog. Books) #389 [1]. Issued folding with light offsetting, and trimmed close to neatline at bottom with loss of engraver’s imprint. (B+) $180-220

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South Pole (Hemisphere Meridional pour Voir Plus Distinctement les Terres Australes), Dezauche, Paris, 1782. 18.5 x 18.5”. (HC) This map is based on Delisle’s earlier version depicting the Southern Hemisphere. The tracks of the explorers and circumnavigators around the southern oceans are shown, including Magellan in 1520, Abel Tasman in 1642, Edmund Halley in 1698-1700 and has been updated to include the voyages of Captain Cook from 1776-1780. The map provides very good detail, particularly of the explorations and discoveries in Australia and New Zealand where there are now complete coastlines. Wide margins on watermarked paper. There is scattered foxing primarily in the blank margins and some damp stains along the edge of the sheet far from the image. (B+) $275-350

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Celestial (Motus in Coelo Spirales Quos Planetae inferiores Venus et Mercurius secundum Tychonicorum Hypothesin exhibent, pro exemplo ad annum Christi praecipue 1712 et 1713), Doppelmayr/Homann, Atlas Novus Coelestis, Nuremberg, [1742]. 23 x 19.3”. (HC) This whimsical celestial chart illustrates Tycho Brahe’s cosmological system describing the complex movements of Venus and Mercury as viewed from earth. The center of the chart is filled with a delightful scene of cherubs swinging through the clouds. Two text panels at lower corners describe the movements of the planets. Ref: Kanas 7.8.3. Watermarked paper with light toning along the edge of the sheet, and a small repaired hole along centerfold at top with a small amount of title in facsimile. (B+) $400-500

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Celestial ([Lot of 2] A Plan of the Solar System Exhibiting its Relative Magnitudes and Distances [and] A Celestial Planisphere, or Map of the Heavens), Burritt, Atlas Designed to Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens, 1835. These two charts are from Burritt’s popular star atlas, which was intended for the general public, rather than for professional astronomers. Only the brighter stars and nebulae, and their allegorical forms, were depicted on the charts. The charts were engraved by W.G. Evans and published by F. J. Huntington. A. A Plan of the Solar System Exhibiting its Relative Magnitudes and Distances, black & white (27.5 x 15.3”). Unusual engraving that shows the relative size of each planet and distances between the planets and their satellites. Large chart at lower right details the orbits, inclinations and planes of the planets. Condition: Light offsetting and soiling, with a small hole near centerfold at top and a few insignificant chips on bottom edge of sheet. (B) B. A Celestial Planisphere, or Map of the Heavens, hand color (20.5 x 14.5”). This star chart shows the Ecliptic Line crossing the sky from east to west, the Milky Way, and dozens of constellations filling the sky. Along the bottom is a scale identifying the sun’s place in the Ecliptic for each day of the year and shows the signs of the Zodiac with their astronomical symbols. Engraved by W. G. Evans under the direction of E. H. Burritt. Condition: Light offsetting and a minute separation along centerfold, only visible when held up to light. A better condition than we typically see for this piece. (A) See description. $120-180

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Celestial Atlas ([Lot of 2] Atlas, Designed to Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens… [and] The Geography of the Heavens, and Class Book of Astronomy…), Burritt, 1835-36. (HC) This complete set includes Burritt’s celestial atlas and his Class Book of Astronomy which was meant to accompany the atlas. This popular star atlas was intended for the general public, rather than for professional astronomers. Only the brighter stars and nebulae, and their allegorical forms, are depicted on the charts. The stiff paper covers (14 x 17”) include a vignette of astronomers using a telescope. The atlas, dated 1835, includes 8 charts of the constellations: 1) A Plan of the Solar System Exhibiting its Relative Magnitudes and Distances... 2) The Visible Heavens in January, February, and March. 3) The Visible Heavens in October, November, and December. 4) The Visible Heavens in April, May, and June. 5) The Visible Heavens in July, August, and September. 6) Southern Circumpolar Map for each Month in the Year. 7) Northern Circumpolar Map for each Month in the Year. 8) A Celestial Planisphere, or Map of the Heavens. Burritt’s The Geography of the Heavens, and Class Book of Astronomy explores astronomy, the constellations, and the solar system, and features an introduction by Reverend Thomas Dick, an astronomer and philosopher who combined science and Christianity. This book is the third edition, published in 1836, with numerous

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies figures and tables in black & white. Hardbound in new library buckram binding with gilt titling on spine, 330 pp, plus 8 tables (4” x 6.5”). This atlas is nearly always found in poor condition. The covers are chipped and stained, and the spine is perished and reinforced with cello tape. The “Plan of the Solar System” is loose and has several large damp stains and light offsetting. There is scattered foxing and soiling throughout, varying from light to considerable. (B) The book has light, scattered foxing, and is newly rebound. (B+) $375-450 55.

Solar System (Scenographia Systematis Mundani Ptolemaici), Cellarius, Harmonia Macrocosmica…, Amsterdam, ca. 1661. 20 x 17”. (HC) This is the second chart in Cellarius’ celestial atlas, depicting Ptolemy’s theory on the orbits of the sun, moon and planets. Earth is prominently featured at the center of the universe, showing the eastern hemisphere with a partially delineated Nova Hollandia (Australia) and a massive southern continent. The sun, moon and remaining planets orbit around the earth, all surrounded by a large ring depicting the signs of the zodiac. Around the periphery of the chart, cherubs and wind heads fly above, while below astronomers and academics discuss theories around celestial and terrestrial globes. Ref: Kanas, p. 191-94. Superb original color with light soiling and a few small cracks caused by the oxidation of the green pigment. There are a few tiny cracks in the image and short tears in the blank margins that have all been professionally repaired and the paper stabilized. (B+) $2500-3000

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Solar System (Systema Solare et Planetarium ex Hypothesi Copernicana Secundum Elegantissimas Illustrissimi Quondam Hugenij Deductiones Novissime Collectum & Exhibitum), Doppelmayr/Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 22.5 x 19”. (HC) Superb chart showing the motion of the planets according to the Copernican model with its dimensions according to the Cosmotheoros of Christiaan Huygens. The chart is centered on the spectacular representation of a sun-burst encompassing the solar system with the planets and their moons orbiting around the sun. Allegorical zodiac figures encircling the diagram represent the rest of the universe. The chart is surrounded by richly engraved scenes of the sun, stars, planets, putti, and astronomical instruments. At bottom left is a solar eclipse projected onto a terrestrial map on a polar projection that includes the Island of California. Opposite is a beautiful engraving showing a comparison of the Ptolemaic, Brahe, and Copernican cosmological systems presented by Urania, the goddess of astronomy. This scene represents the advancement of astronomical knowledge; the Ptolemaic system is partially obscured with scientific instruments and the Copernican system is labeled sic ratione (according to reason). Johann Gabriel Doppelmayr was a professor of mathematics at the Aegidien Gymnasium in Nuremberg. He collaborated with Homann on most of Homann’s celestial maps. Ref: Kanas #7.8.3., Fig. 1.2. Original color on watermarked paper with a few faint spots. Some small holes and tears along centerfold at bottom have been archivally repaired with a minor amount of image in facsimile. (B) $1000-1200

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Solar System ([Lot of 6 - Muggletonian Planetary Charts]), Frost, Two Systems of Astronomy, London, [1846]. 11 x 7.7”. (PC) This exquisite and luminous set of prints depict the solar system, from the view of the Holy Scriptures (plates 7, 9 &10) and the opposing view of Newton (plates 1, 3 & 6). The Muggletonians were a small English religious sect that objected to “modern” science, particularly heliocentric astronomy and Newtonian physics. The sect was founded in the 1650’s by two cousins who received “messages from God” that they were the chosen witnesses prophesized in the Book of Revelations to preach to the ungodly world in its final days. The sect lasted well into the Victorian era. Isaac Frost, a scientist and prominent member of the sect was instrumental in the refinement of the Muggletonian’s geocentric astronomical theory. These charts are authentic Baxter prints, printed in color by a patented process using oil pigments. The process produced beautiful gradations of color, but was far too expensive for commercial use. These are among the scarcest of known Baxter prints, as they were meant to be circulated only among sect members. In addition to the scarcity, they are important documents in the history of the relationship between religion and science. Overall very good with a few spots of foxing on a couple of the prints and light toning in blank margins. Plate 1 has a damp stain in bottom right blank margin, and Plate 9 has light overall toning. (B+) $1000-1200

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Sun (Schema Corporis Solaris, prout ab Auctore et P. Scheinero…), Kircher, D’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1682. 16.1 x 14.3”. (HC) This stunning engraving is an early view of the sun shown with solar flares and surface eruptions based on the observations of Kircher and Christoph Scheiner in 1635. Kircher’s masterpiece, titled Mundus subterraneus (The Underground World) was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. Ref: De Vorsey (Mercator’s World) Vol. 8 No. 2, pp. 28-31. Issued folding, now pressed on watermarked paper. There is a tiny hole in blank area of map image at bottom, a couple of tiny tears in blank margins, and two binding trims in left blank margin that have been repaired with old paper. (B+) $1100-1400

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Cartographic Miscellany ([Monsters] Meerwunder und Seltzame Thier / wie die in den Mitnachtigen Landern / im Meer und auff dem Landt Gefunden Werden), Munster, Cosmographia, Basel, ca. 1628. 13.5 x 10”. (HC) This is one of the more fanciful cartographic curiosities and a unique view of Renaissance attitudes toward the unknown lands beyond the civilized world. This woodblock illustration presents a compendium of monsters that were thought to exist in the sixteenth century, and used by many subsequent mapmakers to illustrate the creatures thought to inhabit the seas and land of the unexplored world. Across the top is a panel showing land-based creatures, including reindeer, elk (here shown pulling a sleigh), snakes and a gluttonous bear. The majority of the ‘monsters’ are ferocious sea creatures shown devouring hapless sailors and wrecking ships. There is a massive lobster shown with a person in its claws, and a huge, fanged whale erupting fountains of water from its head, as well as a tree that appears to bear ducks as fruit. German text on verso. Ref: Manasek, p. 118. Wide, original margins with light soiling. There are two small holes along centerfold in blank margins. (B+) $1000-1200

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Cartographic Miscellany (Sciathericon Electionis Boni et Mali 12 Signa per Currente), Kircher, Ars Magna Lucis et Umbra, Amsterdam, ca. 1646. 10 x 7.5”. (BW) This rare engraving is from Athanasius Kircher’s massive treatise on various technologies, Ars Magna Lucis et Umbra (meaning Great Art of Light and Darkness). At the center of this astronomical calendar is a phoenix holding an olive branch in its beak and in its claws is a pair of keys representing the Pope’s authority as head of the Roman Catholic Church. Below the phoenix is a globe displaying northern Europe and Asia. Filling in the bird’s spread wings is a sundial filled with the 12 signs of the Zodiac, text symbols, and a depiction of the sun and moon at bottom corners. Attached to 3 pages of Latin text. There is an extraneous crease through the center of the image with some minor soiling. (B+) $700-900

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Cartographic Miscellany (Memoriabilia A. MDCCXII. Gedenckwurdigkeiten des. 1712. Ten Jahres [on sheet with] MDCCXIII [and] MDCCXIV [and] MDCCXV), Weigel, Memorabilia Seculi XVIII…, Nuremberg, [1722]. 16.8 x 14”. (BW) This uncommon engraving depicts the memorable events from 1712-1715, with each year represented in its own quadrant. Each year has 11-13 tiny vignettes and maps that illustrate various events, such as the Battle of Bremen, coronation of Charles VI as king of Hungary, a miniature map of Freiburg, Germany, etc. The engraving appeared in Weigel’s Memorabilia Seculi XVIII P. C. N. in Tabulis annalibus aeri incisis. Denckwürdige Begebenheiten des 18ten Jahrhunderts nach Christi Geburt... The sheet is in near fine condition with the exception of a 0.25” by 1.5” paper loss in the central vignette for 1712. It has been closed with archival materials, but the lost image was not replaced. A small chip in bottom left corner, away from image, has also been archivally repaired. (B) $200-250

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Cartographic Miscellany (La Sphere Artificielle ou Armilaire Oblique, Elevee sur l’Horizon a la Latitude de Paris), Fer, Paris, 1740. 16.5 x 16”. (HC) This highly decorative armillary sphere is surrounded by twelve small astronomical designs. The sheet is filled with text explaining and describing the armillary sphere, as well as the astronomical theories of Copernicus, Ptolemy, Tycho Brahe, and Descartes. Engraved by P. Starckman and published in Paris by Benard. On watermarked paper with very wide margins. There are archivally repaired centerfold separations and a professionally repaired hole in the text at top left. There are also a couple of archivally repaired tears in top blank margin, not affecting image. (B+) $600-750

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Cartographic Miscellany (Ideal Section of a Portion of the Earth’s Crust, Intended to Shew the Order of Deposition of the Stratified Rocks, with their Relations to the Unstratified Rocks), 1837. 46.8 x 8”. (HC) This large-scale folding chart, by Webster and Buckland, shows the rock strata of the earth’s crust. This was one of the earliest attempts to visually integrate Steno’s principle of superposition with William Smith’s use of fossils to identify the age of rock strata. The chart shows younger sedimentary rocks overlying older metamorphic and igneous rocks, and recent volcanic deposits above previously deposited strata. Buckland added 120 striking illustrations of fossil and living organisms, arranging them from left to right above the rock layers according to their presumed age. Dinosaurs, not yet named and recognized, are represented by a horned Iguanodon. A Dodo bird is shown, along with a note that it had not been found alive since 1691. Published in the 1837 London edition of William Buckland’s Geology and Mineralogy. Beautiful color, with just a hint of toning at top and a tiny edge tear at bottom. (A) $550-700


Cartographic Miscellany ([Lot of 2] A Comparative View of the Principal Waterfalls, Islands, Lakes, Rivers and Mountains, in the Western Hemisphere [together with] A Comparative View of the Principal Waterfalls, Islands, Lakes, Rivers and Mountains, in the Eastern Hemisphere), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1850. 10 x 14”. (HC) This lot is a handsome, matched pair of thematic maps. They show the lakes, waterfalls, islands, rivers and mountains in separate panels. The central panels show land masses and water masses on the same scale, making a visual comparison of the hemispheres quite simple. The mountain panels have a key below identifying each mountain and volcano: 84 in the Eastern and 68 in the Western Hemisphere. Finely engraved with fancy borders and titling. Near fine examples with just a little light edge toning away from map. (A) $250-350

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Cartographic Miscellany (Botanische Geographie), Meyer, Meyer’s Handatlas, ca. 1860. 14.3 x 10”. (BW) This fascinating chart depicts the plants in the equinoctial regions of America, according to their elevation above sea level. This engraving was issued in Meyer’s Handatlas, one of the finest German atlases of the mid-nineteenth century. Wide margins with a few faint spots and a tiny hole at top left only visible when held to bright light. (B+) $80-95

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Cartographic Curiosities (Afbeeldinge van ‘t Zeer Vermaarde Eiland Geks-Kop…), Anon., Het Groote Tafereel der Dwaasheid…, ca. 1720. 9 x 6.5”. (HC) This satirical engraving is from the important account of one the most infamous financial meltdowns in history, known as the Mississippi Bubble incident. The general term Bubble was applied to such schemes and this great engraving is filled with puns referring to the greed and foolishness of the speculators and investors. The central map is contained in an elaborately engraved cartouche surrounded by scenes of ill-fated investors. The map of the island of Madhead is in the shape of a man’s head with the ears of a jackass, wearing a fool’s cap. The islands of Poverty, Sorrow, and Despair surround the main island. The Dutch title translates, “Representation of the very famous island of Mad-head, lying in the sea of shares, discovered by Mr. Law-rens, and inhabited by a collection of all kinds of people, to whom are given the general name shareholders.” There are two columns of verses in Dutch below the scene. John Law, a Scottish financier, established the Banque Generale (central bank) in France. He was then granted control of Louisiana and founded the Compagnie de la Louisiane d’Occident, in 1717. Law developed an elaborate plan to exploit the fabulous resources of the region, which quickly gained popularity and people rushed to invest, not just in France, but throughout Europe. This resulted in the development of several other overseas companies, such as the English South Sea Company and a number of smaller companies in the Dutch Republic. The share prices rose dramatically in a frenzy of speculation. In 1720 the bubble burst; speculators cashed in, caused a run on the shares, and the company went bankrupt. As a consequence of the failure, confidence in other similar companies failed, and thousands of individual investors across Europe were ruined. Ref: Mapforum.com Issue #5. Minor soiling confined to wide, blank margins. (A) $475-600

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World Miscellany ([Lot of 4] Australia [on verso] with Palestine [and] Russia [on verso] Spain and Portugal [and] British Isles [on verso] Europe [and] Germany Austria and Switzerland [on verso] France), Gray, National Atlas, Philadelphia, [1877]. 15.5 x 12”. (HC) This is a lot of 8 maps on 4 sheets from O.W. Gray’s The National Atlas Containing Elaborate Topographical Maps of the United States. Each map delineates political boundaries and shows good detail of roads, railroads and watersheds. A. Australia [on verso] with Palestine. The map of Australia shows the extent of settlement and exploration into the interior. There are a few railroads in New South Wales and in the Brisbane vicinity. Tasmania is still labeled Van Dieman Land. Tables list the counties for each territory and another list notes important discoveries. The map of Palestine includes an inset of the Arabian Peninsula. B. Russia [on verso] Spain and Portugal. This map of European Russia extends to the Ural Mountains and extends south to the Caspian and Black Seas. C. British Isles [on verso] Europe. This map covers all of the United Kingdom with an inset of the Shetland and Orkney Islands at upper right. D. Germany Austria and Switzerland [on verso] France. At this time Austria included Bohemia, Tyrol, Galicia, Hungary, Transylvania, Austrian Servia, Styria, Sclavonia, Croatia, Istria and Illyria. There is some minor soil and foxing primarily in the blank margins with some very minor tattering and edge tears, well away from the images. (B+) $200-300

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Western Hemisphere (America Noviter Delineata), Boisseau, Amsterdam, ca. 1636. 19.8 x 15”. (HC) This beautiful and popular map of the Americas was emulated by numerous cartographers and went through various editions. Originally issued by Jodocus Hondius II in 1618 with carte-a-figures borders, it was derived from two earlier maps by Blaeu. North America retains the peninsular California and the East Coast is beginning to take shape, although it still lacks detail in the midAtlantic region. In the Southwest, the famous seven cities of Cibola appear on the banks of a large lake. In South America, there are two mythical lakes (Parime Lacus and Eupana Lacus) and two engraved scenes - one detailing a cannibalistic feast. Two stylized insets of the polar regions are enclosed in strapwork cartouches; the North Pole depicts Frobisher’s theory of the Northwest Passage and the South Pole shows the long-held notion of the mythical southern continent. The map is richly ornamented with a strapwork title cartouche, fleets of ships and sea monsters. Engraved by Hughes Picart, this edition is practically indistinguishable from the original Hondius edition with the exception of the ommission of the sea monster to the left of the title cartouche, the misspelling of Mendocino as Mendoeino, and the engraver’s imprint below the title cartouche. This map is quite rare and was issued both separately and in Bousseau’s Theatre des Gaules. Ref: Burden #249. There are a few faint spots, some minute worm holes only visible when held to light, and light creasing along the centerfold at bottom. There is a 1/2” tear across centerfold towards the bottom of the image, and a small printer’s crease at left. There is show-through of manuscript ink on verso with remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B) $3250-4250

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Western Hemisphere (America Noviter Delineata Auct: Judoco Hondio), Anon., Pierre d’Avity’s Les Etats, Empires, Royaumes… du Monde, Amsterdam, [1659]. 21.5 x 16.2”. (HC) This is a very rare derivative of Hondius’ important map of 1618. The engraver is unknown though it is closely copied from Picart’s version of 1644, which was in turn derived from Jansson’s map of 1623. North America retains the peninsular California and there is not a lot of detail along the eastern coast in the mid-Atlantic region. In the Southwest the famous seven cities of Cibola appear on the banks of a large spurious lake. In South America, the mythical Parime Lacus is shown to the south of Guiana and there are two engraved scenes, one detailing a cannibalistic feast and the other showing a mythical giant of Patagonia. Two stylized insets of the polar regions are enclosed in strapwork cartouches; the North Pole depicts Frobisher’s theory of the Northwest Passage and the South Pole shows the long-held notion of the mythical southern continent. The map is flanked on three sides with carte-a-figures borders describing the native Americans and its major cities. This map can easily be distinguished from Hondius’ map because the figures at the sides were reversed when they were copied by the engraver. Unlike the similar Blaeu map, the cities at top include three North American towns: the Virginian Indian village of Pomeiooc, the French fort of Carolina, and S. Augustin in Florida. Ref: Burden #333. Issued folding with narrow, but adequate, margins. Toned overall with some minor damp stains. There is an old paper repair of small tears or creases in the inset at bottom, the cartouche and the bottom vignette at right. There is old masking tape on the paper edges on verso from a previous framing. (C+) $4000-5500

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Western Hemisphere (Amerique), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1672]. 5 x 4”. (HC) Charming miniature map of the Americas. California is shown as an island and the D. d’Anien separates California from a huge Terre de Iesso, with a D. de Vriez separating Iesso from an unnamed Asia. The Spanish colony of St. Fe is identified, Quebec is shown as the capital of the French possessions and St. Augustine is shown in Florida. N. Suede is incorrectly shown, as the Dutch took possession of that colony in 1655. In the Pacific, the recently discovered coastline of New Zealand is depicted as a remnant of the old southern continent. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: Burden #350; McLaughlin #26; King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI C. Watermark of a crown with light toning along centerfold and in blank margins, and a few minute spots. (B+) $475-550


Western Hemisphere (Nouveau Continent avec Plusieurs Isles), Mallet, Beschreibung des Gantzen Welt Kreises…, Paris, [1684]. 4 x 5.5”. (HC) This is the first state of this charming miniature map drawn in a hemispheric projection. California is depicted as an island on the Briggs model, with a flat northern coast. New Guinea is named, the Solomon Islands dominate the Pacific, and part of the New Zealand coast is shown but not named. Three minutely engraved galleons decorate the map. Titled above in German: Das Neue Vestelant Nebst Vielen Inseln with fig. 79. Ref: Burden #558; McLaughlin #85-1. Light printer’s ink residue and some toning in far blank margins. (A) $200-275

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Western Hemisphere ([A Correct Sea Chart of the Whole World, According to Wright’s Commonly Called Mercator’s Projection]), Halley, Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis, London, [1728]. 27 x 23.5”. (HC) This sea chart depicts the Western Hemisphere of the four-sheet world map A Correct Sea Chart of the Whole World..., for which the title cartouche resides on the Eastern Hemisphere sheet. The chart depicts the Island of California, with the northwest coast of North America indented before trailing off. The interiors of North and South America are not delineated, with place names focused on the coasts. The Falkland Islands are only partially delineated, and the eastern coast of New Zealand is shown in the south Pacific. Published by J. & J. Knapton and John Senex. The sheet stands well on its own and is decorated with three compass roses. On two sheets, joined. Ref: McLaughlin #207; Shirley (BL Atlases) #M.HALL-1a, #1; Wagner, H. (NW) #532. Issued folding, now pressed, with light soiling. There is a short fold separation and two 1” tears west of South America that have been professionally repaired. There is a minute hole near the Galapagos Islands, only visible when held to light. (B+) $750-950

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Western Hemisphere (Americae Mappa Generalis Secundum Legitimas Projectionis Stereographicae Regulas ... Concinnata et Delineata ab Aug. Gott Boehmio Phil. Magistro. In Lucem Proferentibus Homannianis Heredibus A MDCCXXXXVI), Haas/Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1746. 21 x 18.3”. (HC) This is a handsome, decorative eighteenth century map of the Americas with considerable detail throughout. It extends to the western part of Africa and southwest Europe. There is only an amorphous coastline shown above the peninsular California, with the Pacific Northwest left blank. The very large title cartouche includes two erupting volcanoes, Native Americans, palm trees, sugar cane, parrots and a pot of gold. Johann Matthias Haas was a professor of mathematics at Wittenberg, and he worked with the Homann Heirs updating their map stock. There are two short centerfold separations at top and bottom which have been repaired with archival tape on verso. There are a few tiny spots in the image, and light damp staining confined to the left and right blank margins. (B+) $650-800

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Western Hemisphere (A New and Accurate Map of America…), Bowen, Philadelphia, ca. 1748. 17.5 x 13.8”. (BW) This attractive map of the Americas illustrates the Course of the Trade Winds in Both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In North America, the Pacific Northwest is left open, completely blank and labeled Parts Undiscovered. The coastline stops in the vicinity of Alaska with the notation The Supposed Straits of Annian. The British colonies are shown east of the Appalachian Mountains, with French Louisiana sandwiched between them and the Spanish possession of New Mexico. The only settlements named in the West are Cenis in Texas, Santa Fe and Alamillo in New Mexico, and Casa Grande in Arizona. A very large Lake Superior is shown to contain several islands. In South America, the Amazon River is well delineated but the mythical Xarayes L. still appears as the headwaters for the Rio de la Plata. The map extends from the Salomon Islands in the Pacific to the coastlines of Spain and Africa. The decorative cartouche features Native Americans and wildlife with a treasure chest and a group of European merchants in the background. Nice impression on watermarked paper with some very minor soiling in the bottom right corner and a centerfold separation in bottom blank margin that has been closed with archival tape. (A) $450-550

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Western Hemisphere (Nieuwe Kaart van het Westelykste Deel der Weereld, Dienende tot Aanwyzing van de Scheepstogten der Nederlanderen Naar Westindie…), Tirion, Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas, Amsterdam, 1754. 14.3 x 13.5”. (HC) An attractive map of the Americas that also includes a good bit of western Europe and Africa. The map displays a speculative River of the West through North America, beginning at the Great Lakes and emptying into the Pacific at about 50 N. latitude. The entire western part of North America is virtually blank. The northwest coastline is delineated by a dotted line terminating with a notation concerning the Russian explorations in 1743 in the region of Alaska, with a nearby coast of Asia. A simple title cartouche and nice compass rose adorn the map. Issued folding on watermarked paper with a narrow, but adequate, right margin. There are two tiny tears in right blank margin, just touching neatline. (A) $275-325

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Western Hemisphere (L’America divisa ne Suoi Principali Stati di Nuova Projezione), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, 1776. 15.8 x 12”. (HC) This handsome map of the Americas depicts the first voyage of Capt. Cook around South America and across the Pacific to New Zealand. In North America a variety of interesting cartographic theories are evident. The mythical Northwest Passage and the supposed discoveries of Admiral de Fonte are prominently depicted in the northern region. The interior river systems illustrates the persistent belief in a network of navigable waterways between the Mississippi and the Pacific with Baron Lahontan’s Long River (F. Longo) and Le Page du Pratz’ Beautiful River (Bella Riviera). The pictorial title cartouche portrays a sleeping lion. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #168. Watermarked paper and wide margins with light toning along centerfold and a few unobtrusive spots. (B+) $400-500

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Western Hemisphere (L’America), Zatta, Venice, 1790. 7.5 x 6.5”. (HC) Uncommon, small map of the Americas that has an unusual, large landmass (for the period) in the Pacific Northwest reaching over to Asia. There are just a few place names and simple topography noted on this delicately engraved piece. The map is adorned with a title cartouche in the shape of a stone with a tree next to it. Slightly creased in the upper left corner. Binding trim in right margin, well away from the neatline. There is a small stain in the sea near Lima, else good. (B) $250-325

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Western Hemisphere (America), Tanner, American Atlas, Philadelphia, ca. 1819. 21 x 18”. (HC) A handsome map that shows the Western Hemisphere from Cape Horn to Baffin Bay, and from the Sandwich Isles to the western fringes of Europe and Africa. In North America, the United States is shown with its current northern border until the Pacific Northwest, at which point it shows neither United States nor British claims, as this region was jointly occupied during this period. Alaska is still largely unexplored while Mexico is in control of Texas and the Southwest. In this edition, Baffin Bay is much too wide at the top, and details along both sides are lacking. There is good detail of the islands in the South Pacific including the Dangerous Archipelago. Strong impression on heavy paper with lovely pastel original color. There are two small edge tears in the lower blank margin that do not enter the image and some faint offsetting and minor staining in the image. There are two extraneous creases that span the sheet from top to bottom, where the map appears to have been folded not as issued. (B) $275-350

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Western Hemisphere (Americae sive Novi Orbis, Nova Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1587. 19.3 x 14”. (HC) This is one of the most famous maps of America and one that had enormous influence on the future cartography of the New World. Frans Hogenberg engraved this map and it is primarily based on Gerard Mercator’s great multi-sheet world map of 1569. The map features an exaggerated breadth of the North American continent, with a lengthy St. Lawrence River reaching across the continent to nearly meet the fictitious, westward flowing Tiguas Rio. The strategically placed title cartouche hides the unknown South Pacific and therefore most of the conjectural great southern continent, which is shown attached to both New Guinea and Tierra del Fuego. This is the third of the plates that Ortelius used of the Americas, evidenced by the removal of the bulge on the southwestern coast of South America and an added cartouche in North America. Also on this plate, the Solomon Islands are noted for the first time since their discovery in 1568, and the names California, R. de los estrechos, and C. Mendocino have been added to the west coast of North America. The native name of Wingandekoa has been added to the eastern coast, originating from an unsuccessful attempt to colonize the Outer Banks by the English. Italian text on verso, published between 1608-12. Ref: Burden #64; Van den Broecke #11. Original color with some offsetting, a few minor spots, and small abrasions in the upper corners of the map. There are a few small creases at bottom of map and a couple of tiny holes only visible when held to light. A tear that runs through the bottom left corner of the map has also been professionally repaired. (B) $5000-6000

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Western Hemisphere (Amerique), Bossuet, Discours sur l’Histoire Universelle…, Amsterdam, [1755]. 6.5 x 5”. (HC) This small map of the Americas depicts California as an island. Tierra del Fuego is correctly shown as an island and Le Maire Strait is depicted. In the South Pacific, there is a partial coastline labeled Quiri Regio and there is no sign of New Zealand. The short-lived Dania Nova is shown west of Hudson Bay. This map is based on Sanson’s pocket atlas map and includes a considerable amount of information for such a small map. Just a hint of toning. (A) $160-200

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Western Hemisphere (Amerique ou Indes Occidentales avec les Nouvelles Decouvertes du Capite. Cook…), Robert de Vaugondy/Delamarche, Paris, ca. 1800. 20.3 x 21.3”. (HC) Large, handsome map of the Americas including the discoveries of Captain Cook in Alaska and Hawaii, with several additional islands depicted in the Pacific. The United States is shown confined east of the Mississippi River. The text panel at right names the thirteen original states with additional notes concerning the creation of the new states of Maine, Vermont, Kentucky, and Tennessee. Boston is named as the capital of both Massachusetts and the United States. Originally by the Robert de Vaugondy family, this map was reissued by their successor, Charles Francois Delamarche. The map is based on the work of

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies the Robert de Vaugondy family, but was re-engraved by Delamarche to incorporate the latest information gathered by the explorations noted. Original outline color on watermarked paper, with a few short printer’s creases. There is a centerfold separation that enters 3.5” into image at bottom, and a tear that enters 1.5” into image at top that have both been archivally repaired. There are some small worm tracks primarily confined to blank margins and map border that have been professionally repaired, with a minor amount of border in facsimile. (B+) $350-450 82.

Western Hemisphere (Charte von America nach den Neuester u. Zuverlassigsten Astronomischen Ortsbestimungen Reisebeschreibungen und Charten Entworfen), Walch, Augsburg, 1818. 20.5 x 23.8”. (HC) Large attractive map of the Americas, extending to include the eastern tip of Russia and part of western Europe. There is good detail throughout except in the northwestern regions of North America, which are left largely blank with the notation Unbekante Gegenden (unknown areas). The United States is depicted with its new acquisition of Louisiana Territory but still confined east of the Rocky Mountains, and several settlements in Texas are named. The Colombia River is shown with a dotted line connecting it with another river to the north, leaving open the possibility to the long sought navigable passage across North America. The Hawaiian Islands are shown as the Sandwichs Inseln with phonetic spelling for the individual island names. Between Hawaii and California there is an erroneous group of islands with Spanish names. These islands were introduced on maps in the mid-18th century and were not corrected until the early 19th century. The South American continent is very well mapped and filled with detail, although the mythical Parime See is still shown in Guyana. The map is adorned with a simple oval title cartouche and a decorative border. A nice impression with a couple of tiny spots and marginal soiling. (B+) $600-750

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North America (Mondo Nuovo), Porcacchi, L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, Venice, ca. 1576. 5.6 x 4”. (HC) First state of this charming copper engraved map of the continent based on the Paolo Forlani map. The continent depicts the vastly elongated extension of the eastern seaboard, the Strait of Anian, a rather odd bulge in the California peninsula and Giapan (Japan) just offshore. The map has a stippled engraved sea in the Italian style and is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche, compass rose and two wild-looking sea creatures. On a full sheet of Italian text. Ref: Burden #42; Manasek #35. There are a few spots and an archivally repaired tear that enters 0.25” into map image at left . The sheet of text has a few damp stains that do not impact map image. (B+) $600-700

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North America (America Borealis), Scherer, Atlas Novus, Munich, 1699. 13.8 x 9”. (HC) Henrich Scherer, a mathematics professor and Jesuit, produced this work to emphasize the extent of Catholic influence in the New World. The richly engraved map shows the island of California after the Sanson model with a large mountain range. The Great Lakes are prominently depicted and the Mississippi River originates in two large lakes in present-day Canada and empties into the Sinus Mexicanus too far to the west. The map is decorated with a title cartouche, distance scale, ships and sea monsters. The title cartouche is decorated with metal ware signifying the Spanish Empire’s wealth derived from the gold and silver mined in the Americas. Ref: Burden #756; McLaughlin #128; Tooley (Amer) p. 131. There are a few minor extraneous creases, a small closed centerfold separation that enters 1/2” into map at bottom, and a tear that just enters map border at right that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+) $1100-1300

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North America (L’Amerique Septentrionale Dressee sur les Observations de Mrs. de l’Academie Royale des Sciences…), Delisle, Paris, 1700. 23.8 x 18”. (HC) This historically important foundation map made three significant contributions to the cartography of North America. It was the first map to revert back to the peninsular form for California, even before the publication of Kino’s report. Although on close inspection one can see a small gap at the head of the Gulf of California, leaving open the possibility that California might still be an island. Delisle’s second contribution to North American cartography was a more accurate rendition of the Great Lakes region. Third, Delisle corrected the position of the lower Mississippi River, moving the mouth of the river from an area near Galveston Bay to a more correct location in Louisiana. The English settlements are confined east of the Allegheny Mountains, French forts and settlements are located throughout Louisiana and Spanish forts are clustered around Santa Fe. The first mention of what would be called the Sargasso Sea is noted in the North Atlantic. The map is decorated with an aquatic-themed figural cartouche and a draped scale of miles. This sixth state of the original plate engraved by N. Guerard was published circa 1708. Ref: Mercator’s World Vol. 6, No. 4, pp. 44-49; Tooley (Amer) p. 19, #31; Wheat [TMW] #79; Burden #761. Watermarked paper with light toning along centerfold, offsetting and minor foxing. (B+) $2000-2500

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North America (Nouvelle Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale Dressee sur les Plus Nouvelles Observations …), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 23.5 x 18.5”. (HC) This is Chatelain’s re-engraved version of Delisle’s foundation map of North America. The cartography is nearly identical to the Delisle map, with California returned to its peninsular position rather than as an island. Mendocin is the farthest northern point on California, and the north portion of the continent is left blank. The Great Lakes are well-defined, based on Coronelli. The Mississippi River valley is well developed with recent French settlements. A chart to the right lists the primary divisions of North America with colonial interests, native tribes, and towns. Ref: Lowery #263; Phillips (A) 579. Issued folding, now pressed, with a tiny horizontal split in the Gulf of Mexico that has been repaired and reinforced on verso. There is a small tear just passing the neatline near the lower centerfold that has been repaired with archival tape on verso and an extraneous crease just to the left of the chart at right. Remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B) $600-750

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North America (A New Map of the North Parts of America Claimed by France under ye Names of Louisiana, Mississipi, Canada and New France with ye Adjoyning Territories of England and Spain), Moll, London, 1720. 39.8 x 24.3”. (HC) This large format map of North America is one of the most accurate English maps of the early 18th century. It is based upon Delisle’s influential map of 1718 and refutes the French territorial claims made on that map. The map shows French claims covering the Midwest and Mississippi valley. Moll notes the encroachment of the English claims in the east with a dotted line roughly following the Allegheny Mountains, showing the French interpretation of the evolving boundaries. Dotted lines also note the disputed boundaries of Carolina. These rival claims eventually culminated in the French and Indian War. According to Cumming, Moll’s map presents new information in the Southeast including trading routes, Indian tribes and villages, and French, English and Spanish forts and settlements. This information, which does not appear on any other printed map, was purportedly obtained from a manuscript map in the Public Record Office in London. In the west, California is shown as an island and the entire west coast south of Lahontan’s Limit is marked as “Parts Unknown.” While there is little inland detail, the river system is well documented, including an area of Texas where many French explorers’ routes are shown. The map is filled with interesting notations noting the quality of the land, the variety of Indian nations, the Country full of Beeves (Texan longhorn cattle) and a fascinating account of an Indian slave-hunting expedition in Florida. There are three insets including The Harbour at Annapolis Royal, A Map of the Mississippi and Mobile Rivers &c., and The Indian Fort Sasquehanok. It is further decorated by an elegant title cartouche topped with the British coat of arms and an elaborate distance scale. This is the first state of the map, dated 1720, with the imprint of Thomas Bowles, John King and John Bowles. Printed on two sheets, joined as issued. Ref: McLaughlin #197; Wheat (TMW) #105; Cumming (SE) pp. 43-44; Pritchard & Taliaferro #21. Backed with tissue to repair a number of small chips and cracks, with minor loss of image mainly along the folds, and later color. There are some manuscript ink notations around the Great Lakes, light toning, and some minor soiling. (B) $4500-5500

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North America (Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale pour Servir a l’Histoire de la Nouvelle France), Bellin, Charlevoix’s Histoire et Description Generale de la Nouvelle France, Paris, 1743. 14 x 11”. (BW) This interesting map was compiled from manuscripts brought back to France by Pierre Francois Xavier de Charlevoix, a Jesuit who explored the French colonies in North America in the early part of the eighteenth century. The most distinctive feature of the map is the Fleuve de l’Ouest (River of the West) shown as a definitive waterway flowing west from Lake Superior to the Pacific Ocean near the Montagne de Pierres Brillantes (mountain of brilliant stones). The actual northwest coastline is indistinct with notations of the discoveries of Martin d’Aguilar. The Missouri, Rio Grande (Rio du Nord), Colorado rivers all originate near each other beneath a notation to the effect that reports on kingdoms of Quivira and Taguiao are uncertain. The Mississippi River system and the Great Lakes reflect Charlevoix’s travels in the region and reports he compiled from fur traders. Ref: Tooley [MCC-96] #692; Wagner (NW) #544; Wheat [TMW] #120; McGuirk #13. Narrow side margins due in part to the binding trim at right along with minute loss of neatline. There is some offsetting in the image, a spot that just enters map border at bottom, and a few small tears at right that have been repaired with paper tape on verso. Issued folding. (B) $300-400

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North America (America Septentrionalis, Concinnata juxta Observationes Dnn Academiae Regalis Scientiarum et Nonnullorum Aliorum, et juxta Annotationes Recentissimas, per G. De L’Isle …), Lotter, ca. 1770. 22.5 x 17.8”. (HC) This attractive map is Lotter’s version of Guillaume Delisle’s foundation map of North America (1700). The Great Lakes are based on the Coronelli model showing the French strong points at Tadousac, Quebec, Fort Sorel, Montreal and Fort Frontenac.

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies The English settlements are confined east of the Mississippi and Illinois Rivers and include all the land around both lakes Erie and Ontario. French Louisiana is comprised of a narrow strip between the Mississippi and New Mexico, but stretches south to include most of present-day Texas. Numerous tracks in the Pacific show the routes of different voyages. The Sargasso Sea is graphically shown in the Atlantic. The most interesting aspect of the map is the region of California. Delisle was the first cartographer to revert to a peninsula form for California. Lotter follows that here, but engraved the map with a small gap at the head of the Gulf of California, thus leaving the possibility still open for the island theory. The large cartouche features a Native American and a ship’s captain. Ref: cf Tooley (America) #34, p. 19; Sellers & Van Ee; #126. Watermarked paper with wide margins and light toning and soiling. There are a some minute wormholes, only visible when held to light. (B) $900-1100 90.

North America (L’America Settentrionale Divisa ne’ Suoi Principali Stati), Anon., ca. 1775. 5.5 x 6.5”. (HC) This is a small, uncommon Italian map of North America and is representative of the speculative cartography of the period. The mythical Northwest Passage and Sea of the West are prominently shown along with many spurious lakes in Canada. The possessions of Spain, Britain and the American colonies are delineated. Colonies such as Virginia and Maryland are called out, but without any additional boundary details. Ref: McGuirk #158. There is some minor foxing and staining in the blank margins, else very good. (B+) $275-350

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North America (Amerique Septentrionale Dressee sur les Relations les Plus Modernes des Voyageurs et Navigateurs, et Divisee Suivant les Differentes Possessions des Europeens), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1775. 23.3 x 19”. (HC) The colonial possessions are well defined on this influential map of North America that was published immediately prior to the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. The region west of the Appalachians is referred to as Chouanous et Cheraquis referring to the Shawnee and Cherokee Indian. There are numerous other Indian names throughout the Mississippi River valley and New Mexico. The Southwest is largely blank and a large inset of the northwest region fills the rest of the map. This inset is filled with mythical cartography reflecting the desire for a Northwest Passage including Belle Riviere, , dated 1826 (35.8” x 24”). Condition: There are some faint spots in the image and faint pencil marks in the Atlantic. The top left corner is chipped with slight loss of neatline. C. Carte Reduite de la Rade de Pernambuco et de ses Atterages Situes a la Cote Du Bresil… [on sheet with] Plan de la Rade de Pernambuco/I>, dated 1824 (36” x 24”). Condition: There are a couple of extraneous creases with a short tear along one crease at top and some faint spots. The two maps are joined together on verso with archival tape. All maps have light soiling and are trimmed to the neatlines. See description for more details. (B) $400-500

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Eastern Brazil (Capitaniae de Cirii, et Parnambuco), Jansson, Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, ca. 1657. 21.5 x 17.5”. (HC) This rare chart of the Captaincies of Ceara and Pernambuco extends from the Rio Formosa to the Rio Estremo and is centered on the Rio de San Francisco. Much information is derived from maps drawn for the Dutch West Indies Company during its bid to rest control of the region from the Portuguese. North is oriented to the right of the chart by a compass rose. It is finely adorned with two cartouches and sailing ships. Lovely original color with light offsetting, two 1/2” centerfold separations towards the top, and a couple of minute cracks caused by the oxidation of the green pigment. There is a tear that just enters map border at bottom that has been closed with archival materials. (B+) $550-700

394.

Salvador, Brazil (Aenwysinge van de Stadt Salvador, ende de Baya de Todos Los Santtos), Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1624. 16.5 x 11.5”. (HC) This rare map of Salvador and Baia de Todos os Santos (Bay of Saints) ) is a very early depiction of the Dutch attack and capture of the city of Salvador in May 1624. Salvador, then the capital of Brazil, was a strategic port under Portuguese control. The Dutch, determined to seize control of Brazil, formed the West India Company in 1621 and sent a large expedition to Brazil. On May 8, 1624, the Dutch fleet under the command of Admiral Jacob Willekens and Vice Admiral Pieter Heyn arrived in Salvador and attacked the city. The Dutch succeeded in capturing the city, although the Portuguese regained control less than a year later. This map depicts the city of Salvador and its fortifications, with the 26 Dutch ships advancing on the city. The remainder of the coastline is sparsely engraved with a few small towns, trees, and hills. The map is oriented with north to the left and includes an inset bird’s-eye plan of Salvador, with 16 locations identified in a key in the title cartouche. A later edition of the map shows fewer ships attacking the city, perhaps illustrating a later Dutch attack. The imprint at lower right credits Henricus Hondius in The Hague. It is unclear if this is the well-known Amsterdam publisher or the lesser-known engraver and printer from Delft who worked during the same period. Light soiling with a few tiny tears along centerfold that have been repaired with archival materials. There is a small hole in right blank margin that has been closed on verso with old paper, and a tiny worm hole near I. Pycco. (B+) $1400-1800

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Fort Real, Brazil ([Untitled - Fort Real]), Commelin, Amsterdam, ca. 1651. 14.5 x 10.8”. (HC) This bird’s-eye plan depicts the siege and capture of Fort Real by the Dutch in 1635. Fort Real (Arraial do Bom Jesus) was a Portuguese stronghold near Recife (Pernambuco), known for its sugarcane. After creating the Dutch West India Company to aid in their colonization of the Americas, the Dutch set their sights on northern Brazil, quickly setting up headquarters in Recife. The Dutch continued to expand their control over the area, and in 1635 they conquered Fort Real and several neighboring cities, thereby increasing their control over sugar lands and the resulting profits. This view depicts roads and forested areas surrounding the fort at center, with miniature soldiers scattered throughout. A legend at top identifies several redoubts commanded by various captains. In the bottom right corner is a gruesome battle scene. Issued folding on watermarked paper with a printer’s crease adjacent to fold at top and a minute burn hole along the fold at bottom. Right margin is a bit narrow, but still adequate for framing. (A) $350-450

396.

Olinda, Brazil ([Povo [with] Villa d Olinda d Pernambuco]), Commelin, Amsterdam, ca. 1651. 13.3 x 10.5”. (HC) These splendid views illustrate the Dutch attack on the Portuguese city of Olinda in 1630. Throughout most of the seventeenth century Portugal and Holland had a commercial agreement in which the Portuguese colonies in the New World produced sugar, and the Dutch distributed it across Europe using their vast commercial network. After the kingdoms of Portugal and Spain merged, the Dutch lost their distribution monopoly and created the West Indian Company in 1621. Shortly thereafter the Dutch began its attack on Pernambuco, first at Salvador and then at Olinda. At top is a view of Povo and Olinda as seen from the sea. At bottom is a large bird’s-eye view of the region, filled with ships. Watermarked paper with light toning and a few small spots. (B+) $400-500


Baia de Todos os Santos, Brazil (T’ Neemen van de Suyker Prysen in de Bay de Tode los Santos Anno 1627), Commelin, Amsterdam, ca. 1651. 14.3 x 11”. (HC) Nice copper engraving illustrating the Dutch fleet capturing the fort at the entrance to the Baia de Todos os Santos, in northeastern Brazil. The scene is very active with billowing cannons and tiny figures rushing to action. Large inset plan of the bay is depicted in a scroll above the scene. Lightly toned with a few small spots and a minute worm hole along neatline at top. (B+) $350-450

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Paraiba, Brazil (Afbeeldinghe van Pariba ende Forten), Commelin, Amsterdam, ca. 1651. 14 x 10.8”. (HC) This bird’s-eye map shows the region of Paraiba and Portuguese fortifications at the mouth of the River Paraiba. The scene of the Dutch attack on the region is illustrated with the Dutch fleet and the defending Portuguese armies. Watermarked paper with one faint spot in center, and faint damp stains in blank margins, not affecting image. (A) $400-500

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Central South America, Paraguay (Paraguay, o Prov. de Rio de la Plata cum Regionibus Adiacentibus Tucuman et Sta. Cruz de la Sierra), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19 x 14.8”. (HC) Superb map of the region including the Paraguay River basin and the Peru-Chilean coast with Lake Titicaca. The Rio de la Plata is boldly shown with many large islands in the broad river. The mythical Lago de los Xarayes is featured on the map, which was believed to connect the Rio de la Plata and Amazon River systems. Several towns are named including R. Ianeiro, S. Paulo, Buenos Ayres, Corduba, Medoca, Arica, Potosi and Cusco. A large decorative title cartouche incorporates the distance scales, while a smaller cartouche features an armillary sphere. A fine, large compass rose with fleur-de-lys also adorns the sheet. Dutch text on verso. Old color and wide margins with light damp stains that just enter map border at bottom & a couple tiny tears in wide original margins, none affecting the map. (B+) $350-450

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Argentina and Uruguay (Plata Americae Provincia), Wytfliet, Histoire Universelle des Indes Occidentales et Orientales, Louvain, ca. 1598. 11.5 x 9”. (BW) This fascinating map is from the first printed atlas relating exclusively to America. The map provides graphic details of the Rio de la Plata and its tributaries based on early Spanish explorations in search for the Silver Mountain of the White King and the lost city of Los Cesares. Sebastian Cabot’s ill-fated settlement at S. Espirito is shown at the confluence of the Carcarana and Parana Rivers and Cabeza de Vaca’s settlement of Assumption (Asunción) is located on the banks of the Rio Lepeti. The settlement on the R. de Buenos arres, first established in 1536, is not noted on this map as it had been abandoned after Indian attacks in 1539 and 1541. Slightly uneven impression with an expertly repaired centerfold separation and printer’s ink residue in upper-right corner. (B+) $500-600

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Peru (Peru), Keere, Caert-Thresoor, ca. 1609. 4.8 x 3.5”. (BW) An interesting miniature map of Peru oriented with north at right, and extending into Ecuador, Bolivia and Chile. Major cities and villages are noted, including Quito, Lima, Cuzco and La Paz. A simple strapwork cartouche and moiré-patterned sea adorn the map. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. A few faint spots, marginal soiling and two minute tears in top blank margin. There is some showthrough of text on verso. (B+) $100-130

402.

Peru (Peru), Gerritsz/De Laet, ca. 1633. 14 x 11”. (HC) This great map is a foundation map for later Dutch maps of Peru. The map is the work of Hessel Gerritsz, one of the truly important Dutch cartographers of the 17th century. Most of his work was only done in manuscript and these maps, published by De Laet, are the only Gerritsz maps available to the collector today. The map vividly depicts the mountainous region and the large Titicaca lake, which is dotted with islands. A splendid strapwork title cartouche and compass rose adorn the map. Watermarked paper with light surface soil and a crease along right side, now pressed. There are two minute worm holes only visible when held to bright light. Remargined at bottom and expert repairs of a couple tiny marginal tears. (B+) $400-500

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Peru (Perou), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1672]. 5 x 4”. (HC) Charming miniature map covering the region from the Equator to the Tropic of Capricorn. At upper right corner in Guaiane the mythical Lac Parime with the golden city of Manoa are shown. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI C. Watermarked paper with light toning along centerfold and in blank margins. (A) $140-180

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Chile (Chili), Gerritsz/De Laet, ca. 1630. 14 x 11”. (BW) This bold map covers Chili, from Puente de Vetes in the North to Cap de Diego Gallego in the south with north to the left. Beautiful title cartouche, scale of miles, map key and a large compass rose make this a very attractive sheet. Hessel Gerritsz’s cartography of South America laid the foundation for many other cartographers. Johannes de Laet, the director of the Dutch West India Company, was privy to the latest topographical knowledge. There are a few worm tracks and wormholes in the lower blank margin and the sheet is lightly toned. (B+) $400-500

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Western South America (Map of the Valley of the Amazon to Accompany Lt. Herndon’s Report), Herndon, Exploration of the Valley of the Amazon…, Washington D.C., ca. 1853. 24 x 18”. (PC) This is one of three maps that accompanied Herndon’s report, Exploration of the Valley of the Amazon. In 1851, Lieutenant Herndon was commissioned to lead the first American expedition of the Valley of the Amazon, “to explore the Amazon, to sound its streams and to report as to their navigability.” The exploration and resulting report were made under the direction of the U.S. Navy Department. Herndon journeyed through parts of Peru, Bolivia and Brazil for nearly a year and went on to become the captain of the ill-fated Central America, which sank in 1857 with a load of gold and newly minted gold coin from the Carson City mint. The gold, valued at more than a billion dollars, was recovered in a deep water project completed in 1989. This seldom seen map details the basin and valley of the Amazon River. The range extends from the Pacific in Peru and Ecuador to the Atlantic and the mouth of the Amazon at the I. Marajo. The watershed is shown in great detail and the tracks of both Herndon and Lt. Lardner Gibbon, who was ordered to explore a different area of the Amazon, are also depicted. At top is a view of a Vertical Section of Route from Callao to Para. Drawn by H.C. Elliot. The map folds into the original covers, titled Herndon’s Valley of the Amazon Maps. Part 1. Covers are brown cloth-covered boards, with decorative embossing and gilt title. Map of the Rivers Huallaga, Ucayali & Amazon… was originally included in the covers, but has been removed. Folding, as issued, with uneven toning, and still attached to original covers. There are several fold separations, with very small areas of loss in blank areas of map image at two fold intersections. Covers are faded in areas with spots on front cover and a 1” tear along spine. (C+) $100-150

406.

Western South America, Peru (Carte Particuliere du Perou, Plan de la Ville de Lima, Description de Quelques Plantes, Animaux, & Machines du Pays…), Chatelain, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 14.5 x 19”. (BW) This interesting folio sheet contains two maps and two engravings surrounded by panels of French text. The top map covers the northwest coast of South America from Panama to northernmost Chili, with detail of towns, rivers, and mountain ranges. The map is flanked by two engravings depicting the people, tools, animals and plants of the region. At bottom is a bird’s-eye plan of Lima showing its fortifications. Folding, as issued, with wide margins. There is a tiny worm track along fold in bird’s-eye view at bottom. Otherwise clean and bright. (B+) $220-300

407.

Southern South America (Fretum Magellanicum, und dessen Eigentliche Beschreibung…), Bry, Grand Voyages Part IX, [1601]. 11.8 x 6.5”. (BW) This small copper engraved map illustrates the voyages of Sebald de Weert and Olivier van Noordt through the Straits of Magellen in 1598. It features renderings of the native inhabitants taken from the illustrations to De Weert’s voyage and an interesting depiction of a penguin and a giant snail. The map is further adorned with a compass rose orienting the map with south at the top, and two strapwork cartouches. Ref: Garratt [TMC-9] pp. 2-11, #G13. Wide margins with just a hint of toning. (A) $400-500

408.

Southern South America (Destroit de Magellan, Terre, et Isles Magellanicques, &c.), Sanson/Mariette, L’Amerique en Plusieurs Cartes…, Paris, ca. 1665. 9.5 x 8”. (HC) This attractive, small map shows the tip of South America with Tierra del Fuego. It illustrates the Strait of Magellan, Le Maire Strait and the mythical Destroit de Browers. Ref: Pastoureau, Sanson II C. Old color and wide margins with toning along centerfold and a few faint spots. (B+) $200-240


Southern South America (Tractus Australior Americae Meridionalis a Rio de la Plata per Fretum Magellanicum ad Toraltum), Wit, Orbis Marititimus ofte Zee Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1675. 22 x 19”. (HC) Very striking sea chart depicting the southern part of South America from the Rio de la Plata to Tierra del Fuego, showing the Straits of Magellan. The chart is topped with a magnificent title cartouche featuring natives mining and offering gifts to their European masters. The sea is decorated with a group of ships engaged in battle. The grand cartouche and embellishments are the work of the famous Dutch etcher Romain de Hooghe. Sharp impression with fine original color. There is some minor paper damage in the blank margins with some old paper reinforcement to the top corners. A short centerfold separation at bottom and a small crack at top right have both been repaired with tissue on verso. (B+) $1100-1300

410.

Southern South America ([Lot of 2] Plan de la Ville de Buenos-Ayres [and] Argentine Republic, Chili, Uruguay & Paraguay), Paris, ca. 1757-1855. A. Plan de la Ville de Buenos-Ayres, by Jacques Bellin, from Histoire Generale des Voyages, circa 1757, black & white (10.8 x 7.0”). This early plan of Buenos Aires is laid out in blocks with unnamed streets. A few important buildings are identified and the fort is prominently shown on the coast with its ramparts well delineated. Embellished with a large compass in the bay and a rococo-style title cartouche that incorporates a distance scale. Condition: Nice dark impression with faint offsetting and a few tiny spots. Issued folding. B. Argentine Republic, Chili, Uruguay & Paraguay, by Joseph Hutchins Colton, from the General Altas, dated 1855, hand color (11.8 x 14.5”). This attractive map displays Argentina, Chile, Uruguay and Paraguay. Political boundaries are delineated along with the locations of numerous towns, rivers, lakes and topography. Just to the south of Argentina is a note stating that the area is “inhabited by wandering tribes of Indians.” While the map is dated 1855, the 1857 edition of the General Atlas is the only one to use this plain border. Condition: There is a small 1” tear in the upper portion of the image that has been closed on verso with archival tape, and there are a few minor extraneous creases and light even-age toning. See descriptions. (B+) $180-220

411.

Southern South America (Chili la Terra Magellanica coll’ Isola della Terra del Fuoco), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, 1785. 12.3 x 16.3”. (HC) This Italian map covers present-day Chili and Argentina with an inset of Tierra del Fuego and the Straits of Magellan. There is good detail of topography, rivers and place names. Decorated by a simple scroll title cartouche. Wide margins on watermarked paper with several extraneous creases and a light damp stain at lower left and right. (B+) $150-200

412.

Tierra del Fuego ([Lot of 4] Extremite Meridionale de l’Amerique [and] [4 Coastal Views] [and] View of the Indians of Terra Del Fuego... [and] A Man of Christmas Sound, Tierra del Fuego…), Paris, ca. 1784-88. (BW) A) Extremite Meridionale de l’Amerique, by Rigobert Bonne, from Atlas Encyclopedique, published 1787-88 (13.5 x 9.3”). This copper-engraved sheet of Tierra del Fuego is centered on a large compass rose. The map details the treacherous track through the Straits of Magellan. Five insets show bays, small groups of islands, soundings, rocks, and anchorages. Engraved by Andre. Condition: Wide margins with faint offsetting and light toning along centerfold. There are a few minute worm holes in upper blank margin, far from map image. B) [4 Coastal Views], engraved by Walker, from A New Authentic and Complete Collection of Voyages Round the World, published by Alexander Hogg, 1784 (13.2 x 8”). Condition: One small, insignificant spot in blank area of view near bottom. There are three minute holes in upper blank margin and binding holes in lower blank margin. C) View of the Indians of Terra Del Fuego, with a Representation of a Hut, and their Domestic Mode of Living, engraved by Morris, from A New Authentic and Complete Collection of Voyages Round the World, published by Alexander Hogg, 1784 (13 x 8”). Condition: A few light spots, primarily confined to blank margins. There are three minute holes in upper blank margin and binding holes in lower blank margin. D) A Man of Christmas Sound, Tierra del Fuego [on sheet with] A Woman of Christmas Sound, Tierra del Fuego, from A New Authentic and Complete Collection of Voyages Round the World, published by Alexander Hogg, 1784 (13.3 x 8.8”). Condition: There is a tiny bit of paper glued to neatline at bottom. There are three minute holes in upper blank margin and binding holes in lower blank margin. See description. (B+) $200-250

Atlantic & Arctic 413.

Atlantic Ocean (H. Benzos Scheep-Togt uit Italie over Spanje na de Westindize Eylanden, en Kusten van’t Zuider America), Aa, Leiden, ca. 1706. 9 x 6”. (BW) This lovely small map of the Atlantic Ocean depicts the route of explorer Hieronymus Benzo, who traveled from Spain to the Americas, and back to Italy from 1541-56. The map includes large portions of North America, South America and Africa. Many of the cartographic myths at the turn of the eighteenth century are also shown, including a large inland lake in the Carolinas, an inaccurate depiction of the Great Lakes, and Parime and Xarayes Lakes (here unnamed) in South America. The map is adorned with a vignette of the European explorers and natives. Issued folding with light offsetting and a few spots of printer’s ink residue. (B+) $200-300

414.

Atlantic Ocean (Nieuwe Wassende Graade Zee Kaart over de Spaanse Zee van’t Kanaal tot ‘t Eyland Cuba in Westindia / Nouvelle Carte Marine Reduite de la Mer. D. Espagne / The New Sea Map of the Spannish Zee), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1710. 39 x 23.5”. (HC) This sea chart of the Atlantic is filled with place names along the coastlines. In the western hemisphere, the map extends from Newfoundland to the equator, including the northern coast of South America and the Caribbean Islands. In North America, the majority of the Great Lakes are shown, along with an exaggerated Long Island (Long I. ou Jork Shire), and a large lake (Apalache Lac) in South Carolina. Florida is presented in a triangular shape, with large islands forming the tip and numerous soundings along the coast. The coasts of Britain, France, Spain, and western Africa are shown in the eastern hemisphere. A large cartouche contains the title in Dutch, French and English, and four compass roses complete the composition. Engraved by I. van Anse. Printed on two sheets, joined as issued. There are professional repairs to separations and several small holes along a horizontal fold towards bottom with a small amount of map in facsimile and minute loss of image. There are a few small spots and minor soiling. Overall still a very nice example of this large chart. (B+) $2400-2750

415.

South Atlantic (Carte Reduite de l’Ocean Atlantique Meridional…), Depot de la Marine, Paris, 1818. 35.8 x 24.5”. (BW) This large-scale sea chart of the southern Atlantic depicts most of South America, including the Pacific coastline up to Pisco, and Southern Africa, including the Indian Ocean coastline up to Juba. There is great detail of islands, coastal ports and harbors, including soundings and the locations of anchorages. The map is adorned with rhumb lines, a fleur-de-lis, the Depot de la Marine emblem and an oval cartouche. Engraved by E. Collin. Prix Trois Francs is stated just outside of the neatline at bottom right. Some soiling and damp stains, primarily in the blank margins. There are a few light folds, with two small separations at fold intersections near center and southern coastline of Africa. (B) $350-450

416.

South Atlantic Islands (Isles Maidenland, de Hawkins, et le Detroit de Fakland…), Bonne, Atlas Encyclopedique, Paris, ca. 1780. 13.5 x 9.1”. (HC) This chart shows the Falkland Islands with ship’s tracks and depth soundings around the islands. These strategically important islands were contested between France, Spain and Britain through much of the eighteenth century. Commodore Byron claimed the islands for Britain in 1765. Captain James Cook’s discoveries in 1775 of the South Sandwich Islands and the island of Georgia are depicted in inset charts. Engraved by Andre. Watermarked paper with light toning and a few faint spots. (B+) $100-150

417.

Western Atlantic Ocean (Pas-Caarte van de Canarise, Vlaemse, en Groen-Eylanden, tot de Caribse Eylanden, mitsgaders de Zee-Custen vant Vaste Lant daer Bezuyden en Benoorden), Colom, Atlas of Werelts-water-deel, Amsterdam, ca. 1663. 21 x 16.5”. (BW) Colom’s chart was originally derived from Jacobsz’ Pascaert vande Carybes… and also appears to incorporates his son Arnold Colom’s version of the chart circa 1656. The map depicts the North American coastline from Long Island (Haeck vande Visschers) to Newfoundland, the Lesser Antilles, and the northern coastline of South America. Numerous islands are depicted in the Atlantic, including the Bermudas, the Azores Islands and the Cape Verde Islands. Detail is confined to the coastlines, with many place names and navigational hazards depicted. North is oriented to the left with a delicately engraved compass rose. This is the first state. Ref: Burden #376. Printed on heavy paper with

Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies light toning and soiling, two tiny worm holes near center, and small, scattered spots. Top margin is trimmed to the neatline with some loss at left. Manuscript page number below map. (B) $1100-1400 418.

Canary Islands (Isles Canaries), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1672]. 4.8 x 3.8”. (HC) This miniature map of the Canary Islands depicts a few towns and topographical features. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI C. Watermark of a crown with light toning along centerfold and in blank margins. (A) $140-180

419.

Cape Verde Islands (Cape Verd Ids.), Lucas, A General Atlas…, Baltimore, ca. 1823. 10.3 x 8.5”. (HC) The quality of engraving on this chart is stunning. It locates the various islands in the chain including Bonavista, Salt, St. Nicholas, St. Antonio, St. Vincent, St. Jago, Fogo and Brava. Many coastal features are named and topography is shown via hachure. The title cartouche is engraved on a cloud background. Lucas’ General Atlas is known as one of the finest general atlases produced in the U.S. at the time, due to the high quality paper, superior engraving quality, and attractive coloring style. Engraved by B.T. Welch & Co. Wide, original margins with a few light spots. (B+) $95-120

420.

Bermuda (A Mapp of the Sommer Ilands… / Mappa Aestivarum Insularum…), Speed, A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, London, [1676]. 20.8 x 15.8”. (HC) This handsome map was compiled in 1622 by Richard Norwood. It is the first English printed map published in an atlas to show Bermuda divided into Tribes and Shares. These divisions designated the properties given to the ‘Adventurers,’ led by Sir George Sommers, who were shipwrecked there in 1609. Speed’s map became the standard map of the 17th century and was copied by Blaeu, Jansson, Ogilby and others. The title is in both English and Latin. The map was beautifully engraved by Abraham Goos in Amsterdam for Speed’s Prospect and his imprint appears below the scale of miles. The imprint of Bassett and Chiswell is at left. The map is embellished with sailing ships, a compass rose, four cartouches and two coats of arms. English text on verso. Ref: Imago Mundi #40, p.140; Palmer (MCC-19) #6; Shirley (BL Atlases) #T-SPE-2f. There is some show-through of text on verso and a few faint spots and light creases. There are a number of tiny tears in the blank margins that have been closed on verso with archival materials, including three that enter 1/4 to 3/4” into map image. A 1” chip at top right has been re-attached with archival materials. (B) $2300-3000

421.

Bermuda & St. Kitts (A New & Accurate Map of Bermudas or Sommer’s Islands, Taken from an Actual Survey; wherein the Errors of Former Charts are Corrected [on sheet with] An Accurate Map of the Island of St. Christopher, Vulgarly Called St. Kits…), Bowen, A Complete System of Geography…, Philadelphia, [1747]. 17.3 x 14”. (BW) This sheet contains maps of Bermuda and St. Kitts, each enclosed in its own borders. The map of Bermuda is oriented with northeast at the top, and depicts the roads, towns and tribes on the island, as well as navigational hazards in the surrounding waters. There are several notes on the map giving more detail about the islands. The map of St. Kitts is oriented with east at the top and depicts numerous small towns, parishes, and the topography of the island. Each map is adorned with an baroque-style title cartouche. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.BOW-2a #64. Toning, a vertical crease adjacent to centerfold, and some offsetting. There are a couple of short tears in blank margins and a few small damp stains, primarily confined to blank margins. (B) $1200-1400

422.

Greenland ([Lot of 3] Groenland Volgens de Beste Berichten [and] Hommes et Femmes de Groenlande [and] Habits des Groenlandois et des Groenlandoises), Amsterdam, ca. 1636-1789. A. Groenland Volgens de Beste Berichten by W. Holtrop, dated 1789, Hand Color (4.5 x 3.8”). This is a rare miniature map of Greenland and Iceland with imaginary topography representing the mountains with the volcano B. Hekla highlighted on Iceland. Three possible sea passages are shown through Greenland by dotted lines. These are remnants of 17th century cartography that depicted Greenland as three separate islands. A portion of the coastline of the mythical island of Frisland is shown south of Iceland. (A) - nice strong impression with wide margins. B. [Lot of 2] Hommes et Femmes de Groenlande [and] Habits des Groenlandois et des Groenlandoises, dated 1636, Black & White (6.5 x 5.3”). These are two scenes of native Greenlanders. The first shows the clothing worn by the natives and the second is a close-up view of three men and a woman. Each on a full sheet of French text (7.3 x 12.5”). (A) See description. (A) $350-450

423.

Iceland (Islanda), Porcacchi, L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, ca. 1576. 5.5 x 4”. (HC) This wonderful little map of Iceland shows the island prior to when any actual surveys were completed. It reflects very sketchy knowledge of the island, which is shown surrounded by many smaller islands. The minutely engraved map features delightful depictions of topography and elaborate cities. Mount Hecla is shown as a flaming mountain and named Mons Helafiel. Several icebergs are shown floating off the coast. The map is oriented by a simple compass and adorned with a deftly engraved cartouche. Engraved by Girolamo Porro and printed on a full sheet (7 x 10.3”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd Ed.), p. 57-59. A couple of unobtrusive spots with marginal soiling. (B+) $275-350

424.

Iceland (Island), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, [1607]. 7.5 x 5.3”. (HC) Delightful small map of Iceland, which is shown filled with mountains including the volcanic Hecla. The sea is stipple engraved and includes a spouting sea monster. Delicately engraved strapwork title and distance scale cartouches adorn the map. This is from the first edition, with Latin text on verso. Marginal soiling with a few tiny tears and light creases in blank margins. Manuscript page number and cardinal directions in blank margins. (A) $230-300

425.

Iceland (Tabula Islandiae Auctore Georgio Carolo Flandro), Hondius/Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1644. 19.6 x 15”. (HC) This handsome copper engraved map of Iceland was based on information from a Dutch navigator named Joris Carolus in about 1620. The map shows the influence of both versions of Bishop Gudbrandur’s previous maps, a coastline resembling the Ortelius version, and Mercator’s selection and spelling of many place names. The island’s topography is dominated by huge mountains and volcanoes and its shoreline is a rugged labyrinth of fiords. It is richly embellished with title and distance scale cartouches, compass roses, rhumb lines, a sailing ship and two sea monsters. The cartouche features two winged sprites, an important symbol in Icelandic and Norse mythology. Along with elves and dwarves, sprites were magical beings who aided the gods. The map was first issued by Jodocus Hondius and then re-issued by Willem Blaeu with his imprint. It became the prototype for the mapping of Iceland and its influence did not wane until the mid-18th century. Latin text on verso. Nice impression and color with just a few minor spots and faint show through of text on verso. (A) $1000-1300

426.

Arctic & Scandinavia (Septentrionalium Partium Nova Tabula), Ruscelli, La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Allessadrino…, Venice, ca. 1562. 9.5 x 7”. (BW) This is a reduced version of the landmark Zeno map showing the mythical islands in the North Atlantic and small coastlines of Labrador (Estotiland) and possibly Newfoundland (Drogeo). Frisland is depicted in considerable detail, with many place names indicated. The only cartographic difference between this and the woodcut map published by Zeno is that there is no land bridge between Greenland and Scandinavia on this edition. The plate mark runs off the sheet at top indicating that two maps were printed together, then separated for inclusion in the atlas. There is one surviving full, uncut sheet that reveals the sister map was the Ptolemy world. First state with Latin text on verso. In 1558, Nicolo (the Younger) Zeno claimed to have discovered a 14th century manuscript recording a voyage made by his ancestors Nicolo and Antonio. According to the text, in the year 1380 a storm swept the Zenos into the North Atlantic where they found a group of unknown lands named Frisland, Estotiland, Estland, Icaria, and Drogeo. As a result, maps throughout the 16th century continued to show these fictional islands, especially Frisland. Ref: Burden #29; Ginsberg #18; Manasek #19. Faint toning in the centerfold and marginal soiling. (A) $600-750

427.

Arctic & Scandinavia (Septentrionalium Regionum Descriptio), Ortelius/Galle, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1577]. 4.3 x 3”. (BW) Delightful miniature map based on Ortelius’ important map of the Arctic regions and the North Atlantic with the mythical islands of Drogeo (unnamed) and Friisland. Greenland is shown as a large island separated from the Pigme Ihio Habitant (land in habited by pigmies). This is the first edition of the miniature map which is a reduced version of the folio by Ortelius in 1570. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. On the recto of this sheet is the map of Livonia. Ref: Burden #127; Ginsberg #27. Small printer’s creases in the lower right portion of the image, else fine. (A) $275-350


Europe & Mediterranean 428.

Europe ([Europa Regina]), Munster, Cosmographia, Basel, ca. 1588. 6.5 x 10”. (HC) This is one of the most famous of cartographic oddities, showing Europe in the shape of a woman. The representation of Europa Regina or Queen of the World was first drawn by Jonannes Bucius in 1537. This simplified version appeared in several editions of Munster’s Cosmography from 1580 onwards. West is shown at top with Spain forming the crown and head, France and Germany the neck and bust, Bohemia the heart, Italy the left arm holding an orb (Sicily) and Denmark the right arm holding a scepter with Britain as the flag. The remainder of the figure is a flowing robe with Greece and Russia at the feet. It has been argued that instead of a woman, the map represents Charles V of Spain, modeling a Europe that had Spain as its crown, or that it symbolizes a Habsburg-dominated Europe. Whatever the source, this is an extraordinary example of the art of mapmaking. German text on verso. Ref: Tooley (MCC-1) #6, Plt. V; Manasek #3.21. Light show-through of text on verso and marginal soiling. (B+) $1100-1400

429.

Europe (Romani Imperii Imago), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, [1607]. 7.5 x 6”. (HC) Superb map of the Roman Empire covering most of Europe, Northern Africa, and the Near and Middle East. The map is richly decorated with two strapwork cartouches and two containing portraits. The cartouche in the lower section of the map contains a brief account of Roman dominion. This is from the first edition, with Latin text on verso. There is a printer’s crease at top left and a few manuscript ink notations on map. Several small chips and tears in blank margins have been expertly repaired, and the top margin has been extended to better accommodate framing. Manuscript page number and cardinal directions in blank margins. (B+) $140-180

430.

Europe (Europ, and the Cheife Cities Contayned therein Described; with the Habits of Most Kingdoms Now in Use), Speed, A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, London, 1626. 20 x 15.5”. (HC) This is one of the most beautiful carte-a-figure maps of Europe, surrounded with vignettes on three sides. The upper frieze has eight bird’s-eye views of London, Paris, Rome, Constantinople, Venice, Prague, Amsterdam and Lisbon. The side borders contain the costumes of the noblemen and women of ten European nations. The map shows the well-detailed but fictitious island of Frisland just off the coast of Iceland, and the seas are alive with sea monsters and ships. Beautifully engraved by Abraham Goos and published by George Humble between 1627-32. Related English text on verso. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SPE-2a #4. Attractive color on watermarked paper with light show-through of text on verso, minor soiling, and professional paper repairs along centerfold. There is a small repaired hole in the Gulf of Venice with minor loss of image. Expertly remargined on all four sides with a small amount of border in top left corner in facsimile. (B) $3500-4250

431.

Europe (Europa Recens Descripta), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1645. 21.8 x 16.3”. (HC) This classic map of Europe is presented in the carte-de-figures style with vignettes on three sides. The upper frieze has nine bird’s-eye views of Amsterdam, Prague, Constantinople, Venice, Rome, Paris, London, Toledo and Lisbon. The side borders contain the costumes of the noblemen and women of ten European nations. The map is embellished with sailing ships, sea monsters, bears and Neptune riding a dolphin and holding his trident. A beautiful map produced at the height of the Golden Age of Dutch mapmaking; it was included in the first volume of Blaeu’s magnificent atlas. French text on verso. Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #4, p.30. Lovely color with a professionally repaired centerfold separation that enters 3” into map image at bottom and a couple of tiny tears in blank margins, one of which just touches neatline at right. There are a few faint spots and marginal soiling. Remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B+) $3500-4500

432.

Europe (A New Map of Europe from the Latest Observations), Senex, New General Atlas, London, ca. 1721. 23 x 19.3”. (HC) Handsome and uncommon map of Europe showing the political divisions with good topography. The title cartouche pays tribute to the Roman influence in Europe with the earth goddess Cybele reclining atop the monument, which is flanked by Neptune and a Roman warrior. Below the cartouche a group of putti are engaged in artistic and scientific pursuits. The cartouche is dedicated to Samuel Molyneux, Secretary to the Prince of Wales and an important English astronomer. Drawn by Henry Wilson and engraved by John Senex. Watermarked paper with light soiling, a couple of tiny holes and an archivally repaired centerfold separation that enters 5” into map at bottom. There is a 1/5” tear east of Italy and a tear that enters 1” into map at right that have both been repaired with archival materials. (B) $350-425

433.

Europe (Carte d’Europe Dressee pour l’Usage du Roy…), Delisle/Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, 1739. 23.3 x 18.8”. (HC) This densely engraved map of Europe depicts towns, roads, rivers, lakes, counties, etc. The decorative title cartouche is surmounted by the French Royal coat of arms. Engraved by Johannes Condet. The Latin title above neatline, Europa Accurate in Imperia, Regna, Status & populos Divisa, ad Usum Ludovici XV Galliarum Regis, dedicates the map to King Louis XV. Light impression, original outline color with a few faint spots and a couple of short tears in blank margins, far from map image. (B+) $275-350

434.

Europe (Europe), Bossuet, Discours sur l’Histoire Universelle…, Amsterdam, [1755]. 6.5 x 5”. (HC) This handsome map of Europe is based on Sanson’s pocket atlas map and includes a considerable amount of information for such a small map. (A+) $110-140

435.

Europe (Europe Divisee en ses Differens Etats Suivant les Nouveaux Changemens Politiques…), Robert de Vaugondy/Delamarche, Paris, 1809. 23 x 19.5”. (HC) This large format map of Europe extends from Iceland in the west to the Caspian Sea in the east, and delineates countries and provinces. The large decorative cartouche features a globe at top. Engraved by Barriere. Originally by the Robert de Vaugondy family, this map was reissued by their successor, Charles Francois Delamarche. The map is based on the work of the Robert de Vaugondy family, but was re-engraved by Delamarche to incorporate the latest information gathered by the explorations noted. A table with geographical and statistical information on the region in included at right. Original outline color on watermarked paper, with an archivally repaired centerfold separation that enters 10” into image at bottom, and a spot in image along centerfold at top. There are some small worm tracks primarily confined to blank margins that have been professionally repaired, with a minor amount of border in facsimile. (B) $200-300

436.

Europe ([Lot of 2 - Europe]), ca. 1850-80. 13 x 9”. (HC) This lot of charming student manuscript maps cover Europe. Preparation of manuscript maps was a typical 19th century classroom exercise. These classroom maps are found in several public map collections, but they are quite rare due to their ephemeral nature.