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Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies
Old World Auctions
SALE 136
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Maps
Atlases · Globes · Reference Books
Historical & Decorative Graphics
Old World Auctions
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OLD WORLD AUCTIONS
AUCTION NO. 136
Closing: Wednesday, June 1, 2011 (10 pm Eastern Time)
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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
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have been accomplished with archival materials.
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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
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long fold separations that can be easily repaired. May have repairs that have been accomplished with unknown materials.
D
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 136
Section
Lot #
World Maps, Title Pages, Celestial Charts
1-65
Maps - Western Hemisphere
66-87
Maps - North America
88-110
Maps - Canada
111-146
Maps - United States
124-368
Maps - Latin America & West Indies
360-449
Maps - Atlantic & Arctic
450-462
Maps - Europe & Mediterrean
463-633
Maps - Asia, Middle East & Holy Land
624-719
Maps - Africa
720-751
Maps - Pacific
752-767
Decorative Prints
768-780
Miscellany (Incunabula, etc.)
781-788
Atlases & Books
789-845
Title Pages, World Maps, Polar & Miscellaneous
1.
Title Pages (Libellus Novus Politicus Emblematicus Civitatum Pars Sexta), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, 1638. 6 x 5”. (HC) This is the title page for part six of
Paulus Furst’s edition of Meisner’s famous emblem book. The corner medallions illustrate the four humors or temperaments: Sanguine, Choleric, Melancholic and
Phlegmatic. An illustration of a sailing ship above the title includes the Latin phrase, Silentio et Spe Fortitudo Mea (in silence and hope will be your strength) with
a landscape below depicting the motto, Nec Sorte, Nec Fato (not by chance nor by fate). A sharp impression with wide original margins. There is a tiny tear and a
couple light spots in the blank margins, not affecting the image. (A)
$160-200
2.
Title Pages ([Lot of 2] Nieuwen Atlas, ofte Werelt Beschryvinge ende volkome afbeeldinge van verscheyde Coninckrycken, Landen ende Provintien, Tweede Deel
[and] Atlas Scholasticus et Itinerarius), ca. 1641-1718. 1) Nieuwen Atlas, ofte Werelt Beschryvinge ende volkome afbeeldinge van verscheyde Coninckrycken, Landen
ende Provintien, Tweede Deel., by Jan Jansson, 1641, hand color, (19.2 x 15.2”). This is a very beautiful and elaborate introduction page. Raised on a theatrical stage,
the four women in center represent the continents (Asia, Europe, America and Africa from left to right). The top third of the page is crowded with many classical
elements. In the center is a large armillary sphere with Apollo to the right with lyre and Juno to the left, whose four breasts are lactating which represent the Milky
Way. Around them are representations of the four elements: air, fire, earth and water. Cf Shirley #46. A condition - small tear in bottom left margin and slight crease
in upper-right side of image.
2) Atlas Scholasticus et Itinerarius, by Johann David Koehler, ca. 1718, black & white, (15.5 x 13.2”). This is a title page to an early school atlas. In the forefront is a
globe surrounded by Neptune to the left, god of seafaring, and Cybele to the right. Cybele, goddess of wisdom, is depicted as a teacher instructing four young boys
who represent the continents. In the background is Atlas holding up the heavens along with the angel Fame who is celebrating the event. Created by C. Dipuis and
engraved by J. Berksmiller. B condition - partial title is missing due to trimmed lower and upper margins. See description.
$400-600
3.
Title Pages, Netherlands (Novum ac Magnum Theatrum Urbium Belgicae Foederatae), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1649. 9.8 x 16.3”. (HC) This title page is from
Blaeu’s great town book of the Netherlands. This sheet introduced the volume devoted to the northern or free part of the Netherlands or United Provinces. At top,
under bright sun rays, two royal lions support a crowned armorial shield with the same lion emblem triumphantly waving a sword in one paw and a bunch of arrows
in the other. To the left of the title are the arms of Gelderland and Zutphen, and to the right are the shields of Holland and West Friesland. Below are five additional
shields for Transisalania, Trajectum, Zeeland, Frisia, and Groninga - Omlandia. All except the latter incorporate the Dutch lion emblem in a variety of heraldic forms.
Groninga’s arms quarters the Hapsburg double-headed eagle, reflecting its ancestral allegiance. The Latin title was printed on a separate sheet and adhered to the
engraving (as was customary during this period). Ref: Shirley (TP) #49. There is a soft crease at lower left and some minor paper damage in the lower left corner,
well away from the image. (A)
$250-325
4.
Title Pages (Introduction a la Fortification), Fer, Paris, ca. 1705. 7.7 x 7.5”. (HC) This small sheet introduces De Fer’s treatise on the design and construction of
fortifications. The title separates an army battle at top from a sea battle at bottom. (A)
$110-140
5.
Title Pages (Atlas Historique), Chatelain, Amsterdam, ca. 1705-1708. 9.4 x 15.3”. (HC) The frontispiece from the first volume of Chatelain’s historical atlas depicts
four figures in the foreground representing the classical muses of Chronology, History, Navigation and Geography. Each figure holds an instrument representing her
art or science. From left, Chronology holds a series of portraits strung on a ribbon, History holds a book and quill pen, Navigation holds a rigged sailing vessel, and
Geography holds a pair of measuring dividers while resting her arm on a globe. Behind the female figures on the right is Neptune with his twin-horsed chariot, and
on the left is Atlas holding a celestial globe. The winged angel of fame flies above the scene with trumpets, one of which bears a banner with the atlas title. Also
included are a pyramid of antiquity and putti studying books and a map of Europe. Ref: Shirley (TP) #75 Fine engraving with beautiful color. (A+) $300-375
6.
Title Pages (Gedrukt tot Amsterdam by Ioannes van Keulen Boeck Zee-kaardt Verkooper en Graad-boogh maker aande Oost Zyde vande Nieuwebrug inde Gekroonde
Lootsman), Keulen, Amsterdam, 1709. 11.5 x 20.5”. (HC) This allegorical frontispiece was previously used for the first edition of the Zee-Atlas in 1680. It depicts
the coronation of the sea-god Neptune, who is receiving a crown, decorated with the sterns of six galleons, from a female figure wearing a crown comprised of ship
bows. The other five female figures surrounding Neptune represent the continents. On the right are North and South America, wearing feathered head-pieces, and
Europe who wears a crucifix and is reading a map of the English Channel in a sea-atlas, and is accompanied by a bull. On the left are Africa, holding a parrot, and
Asia accompanied by a lion and lioness couple. At the top of the scene is Aeolus, the god of the winds, sitting on an inflated sack, which he steers by controlling the
small opening of the sack. The print was designed by Jan Luyken and engraved by Aernout Nachtegael. Ref: Shirley (TP) #65 Tear on right side that enters image
by 1/4”, and a long tear in blank margin in bottom left corner repaired on verso. (B+)
$300-375
7.
Title Pages (Atlas Historique Tome III), Chatelain, Amsterdam, ca. 1710. 9 x 15”. (HC) The frontispiece from the third volume of Chatelain’s historical atlas is
almost identical in design to that from the second volume, although more rare as it was not normally used. The difference in engraving between the second and third
volumes is the wording on both the large circular plinth at the base and the roof fragment below it, which state: ‘Atlas Historique tom. 2 Second Part or Tome III’ and
‘from Zacharias Chatelain in Amsterdam.’ This frontispiece was designed to convey to the reader that the work was based on the classics; thus it is filled with mythical figures. Seated on the plinth at center is the allegorical figure of Truth gazing into her mirror to view the past and assisting a scholar to record historical events.
Above her sits Zeus identified by his attributes of an orb, scepter and eagle. Other figures in the complex scene include Time with his scythe and figures representing
maritime trade, the Holy Roman Emperor, and the European nations that are described in volume II. Prepared by Romain de Hooghe and engraved by Sluyter. Ref:
Shirley (TP) #75A Beautifully colored with gold highlights. Minor soil in margins. (A+)
$300-400
8.
Title Pages ([Lot of 2] Atlas Novus Terrarum Orbis Imperia, Regna et Status exactis Tabulis Geographice demonstrans… [and] Atlas), ca. 1710-1740. (HC) 1) Atlas
Novus Terrarum Orbis Imperia, Regna et Status exactis Tabulis Geogrpahice demonstrans…, by Homann, ca. 1710, (11.2 x 19.3”). This 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. Shirley #79. B+ - some
soiling mostly in the margins.
2) Atlas, by Reiner and Joshua Ottens, ca. 1740, (10.5 x 17.4”). Attractive title page depicting a scene of merchants and sailors on a dock. In the foreground is a large
statue of Atlas holding a celestial globe on his shoulders. The ribbon style title is held aloft by cherubs. Drawn by G. van Houten and engraved by P. Schenk. C+
- toning and cracking in the upper right-hand side of the plate including a small chip that is backed with old paper. See descriptions.
$400-500
9.
Title Pages (Atlas Historique Tome IV), Chatelain, Amsterdam, ca. 1714-1719. 9.4 x 15.2”. (HC) The frontispiece from the fourth volume of Chatelain’s historical
atlas depicts the northern regions of Europe. Flanked by two bears, the large medallion titled Septentrio shows the wind of the north. The primary crowned females
symbolize the royal kingdoms of Denmark (on the left) and Austria (on the right) with their corresponding armorial shield. The Austrian figure is standing on the body
of a naked Turk, serving as a reminder of the Ottoman invasion of Europe outside of Vienna in 1683. Sweden is depicted as the crowned figure behind Denmark’s
figure, and is also represented by the oval medallion of King Gustavus Adolphus II (r.1611-1632) held by two putti. The winged figure seated on the central monument is History, who is being offered scrolls of archives by Sweden, as well as a map of Denmark, Norway, Sweden , Pomerania, Prussia and Moscovy by the figure
of Geography. This title page also depicts ships, weapons, an angel, coniferous trees, and other animals. Skillfully engraved by P. Sluyter after a design by J. Goeree
and J. Schijnvoet. Ref: Shirley (TP) #76 Beautifully engraved and colored. Minor soil in margins (A+)
$300-375
10. Title Pages (Atlas Novus ad Usum Serenissimi Burgundiae Ducis), Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1730. 10.8 x 19”. (HC) The famous Dutch artist Romain
de Hooghe engraved this beautiful allegorical title page. The resplendent scene depicts Europa receiving tribute from the peoples of Asia, Africa and the Americas.
Opposite, the figure of Geography is unfurling a map for Mars. In the background Atlas holds up the heavens and Apollo drives his chariot across the sky. In the
foreground, several river gods and goddesses empty their vases while Triton blows his conch horn. A cartouche at bottom contains the title, Atlas Francois, and
acknowledges the source of the map as those by Nicolas Sanson. Ref: Shirley (TP) #72. There are some soil and repairs in the margins, including a professionally
repaired tear that entered 1/2” into the image at the lower right side. (B+)
$325-400
11. World & Continents ([Lot of 5] Typus Orbis Terrarum [and] Americae Sive Novi Orbis Nova Descriptio [and] Africae Tabula Nova [and] Asiae nova Descr [and]
Europa), Ortelius, Antwerp, ca. 1577-1608. (HC)
1) Typus Orbis Terrarum, published by Pietro Marchetti, from Il Theatro del Mondo, circa 1608 (4.1 X 3.1”). This map is based on Ortelius’ famous oval map of
the world. Huge polar continents provide balance for the world’s continents and a Northwest Passage is prominently featured. Italian text on verso. Ref: Shirley
#214.
2) Americae Sive Novi Orbis Nova Descriptio, published by Pietro Marchetti, from Il Theatro del Mondo, published 1598 (4.2 X 3”). This map is a reduced version
of the folio version of the Ortelius atlas of 1577. The bulge in the southwestern coastline of South America is present - even though it had already been corrected
in the folio version of this period. In North America, several mythical place names appear, including Norembega, Quivira, Tolonteac, Tigues, and Cevola (the 7
golden cities). The map also features ships. Italian text below map and on verso. Ref: Burden #126. Condition: Minute tears in left-hand margin.
3) Africae Tabula Nova, published by Pietro Marchetti, from Il Theatro del Mondo, circa 1608 (4 X 3”). This miniature version of Ortelius’ map of Africa features
prominent lakes, rivers and cities, as well as ships and a sea monster. Italian text on verso. Ref: Betz #39. Condition: Minor soiling on edges.
4) Asiae nova Descr, published by Phillip Galle, circa 1577-1598 (4.3 X 3”). This map is a reduced version of Ortelius’ important map of Asia with its distinctive
‘kite-shaped’ Japan. Latin text below map and on verso. Ref: King (1st Edition) p. 52. Condition: Slight damp stain and paper repairs in text.
5) Europa, published by Pietro Marchetti, from Relationi universali di Giovanni Botero, published 1599 (4.1 X 2.8”). This miniature Ortelius map appears on the title
page of the first volume, and shows minimal detail, stressing the major rivers and mountain ranges. Latin text above and below the map, as well as on verso. Ref:
King (1st Edition) p. 66. See description. (A)
$1500-1800
12. Continents ([Lot of 4 - Continents]), Danet, Paris, ca. 1732. 27.5 x 19.3”. (HC) A matched set of some of the most distinctive and decorative maps of the 18th
century. It is the border decorations that make these map stand out; each is intricately engraved with ornamental elements. The maps were drawn and engraved by
J. Luillier and published by Guillaume Danet, son-in-law of Nicholas de Fer. Danet was not a prolific publisher and these separately issued maps are quite scarce,
especially in a matched set. Size varies slightly.
1. L’Amerique Meridionale et Septentrionale Dressee sur les Nouw les Decoutes et dernieres Relations des meilleurs… Cartographically based on Delisle’s map of
the Americas, it represents the standard view of the New World during this period. Portraits of the New World explorers run along the top and bottom and on either
side are illustrations of the signs of the zodiac. A large inset panel of text provides historical notes on the explorers portrayed in the panels. Numerous other notes
across the map provide a fascinating complement to the geography on the map itself.
2. L’Afrique Dressee sur les Relations & Nouvelles Decouvertes de Differens Voyageurs Conformes aux Observations Astronomiques Based on Delisle’s updated
map of Africa [1722], this map shows separate Senegal and Niger rivers and the large Lac de Maravi (Nyasa) and the Lepala mountain range noted as the spine of
the world. The decorative border is composed of the flags of nations throughout the world.
3. L’Asie Dressee sur de Nouveaux Memoires Assujetis aux Observations Astronomiq. While much of the map is based on Delisle’s revised map of Asia [1722], this
map presents an early depiction of Kamchatka taken Strahlenberg’s map [1730], which was in turn based on the work of Abu Al-Ghazi Bahadur’s history of the
Tartars. There are a number of notations in the region noting that the inhabitants either pay tribute to, or are the enemies of, the Moscovites. Korea is depicted as a
blunt peninsula and the sea between it and Japan is called the Detroit de Coree. The border is composed of the coats of arms of Asian nations.
4. L’Europe Divisee dans ses Principaux Etats Subdivises en leurs Principales Provinces. Fellow French cartographer, Louis Charles Desnos, is credited for this map
of Europe. Coats of arms of the European nations form the elaborate border. There is some light soil and old creases with mostly minor professional repairs. There
is a tear from the centerfold to the bottom left that is neatly repaired. (B+)
$7000-9000
13. Continents ([Lot of 3 - Thematic Maps]), Johnston, The Physical Atlas of Natural Phenomena, Edinburgh, ca. 1852-54. (PC) Nice lot of thematic maps from the
English version of Heinrich Berghaus’ Physikalischer Atlas, the first truly comprehensive thematic atlas. These are very early examples of printed color, the development of which made a huge impact on cartography in general and specifically on the graphic portrayal of geographical data on thematic maps. Each is surrounded in
a keyboard style border.
1) The Physical Features of North & South America showing the Mountains, Table-Lands, Plains, & Slopes, 1852, (24.2 x 20”). A very finely engraved chart that is
filled with information. The map of North America has good detail of the Rocky Mountains, the Great Basin, the topography and watershed. The cross-sections
that fill the lower portion emphasize the geological nature of the North American continent. More detail is shown with insets: Island of Trinidad; Table-Land of
Quito; Enlarged Map of the Andes of Bolivia; Volcano of Jorullo; Section of the Table-land of Bolivia; and Section of the Table-land of Quito. Another section
indicates the complex geology of the Appalachian region. Wide margins with centerfold splits into border at top and into map at bottom.
2) The Physical Features of Europe & Asia, showing the Mountains, Table-Lands, Plains & Slopes., circa 1852, (24.2 x 20”). Another finely engraved double-page
map with great detail showing the terrain, rivers and naming the major towns. Several insets fill the lower section including the Volcanic Kingdom of Luzon, the
Raising of the Island of Reguain, a Geological Map of Java and four sections including the Comparative View of the Mean Height of the Continents. Two light
and diffuse smudges at left edge with a short fold separation at top.
3) The Mountain Systems of Europe Constructed on the Basis of Contour Lines from the Drawings of Professor Berghaus, Berlin., 1854, (22.8 x 19.2”). This exceptional thematic map features bold, dense engraving to identify the terrain of Europe. A legend uses color to further identify the mountains into the Hesperian, Alpine,
Sardo-Corsican, Sarmatian, British and Scandinavian Systems. The remarkable amount of ink, which can be felt on the paper, has resulted in some offsetting, a
small price to pay for the beautiful result. On thick paper with short splits on centerfold. (B+) See descriptions. (B)
$200-275
14. World (Carta Marina Nuova Tavola), Ruscelli, La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Allessadrino…, Venice, ca. 1561. 9.5 x 6.8”. (BW) Ruscelli’s mariner’s map is
based on Gastaldi’s map of 1548. The landmasses are shown with little interior detail but with a fair number of coastal place names. The North American continent
is most interesting with the western coastline extending to join Asia, and conversely the eastern coastline connects to Greenland and then onto Scandinavia. The
continent is nearly divided by a large inland sea, often referred to as the Sea of Verazzano. Below South America is a huge island of Tierra del Fuego. Loxodromic
lines cross the map radiating from sixteen focal points and the sea is stipple engraved. Italian text on verso. First state with the plate mark running off the sheet in
the top margin. Ref: Shirley #111. There is some faint toning especially on verso, else very good. (B+)
$850-1000
15. World (Typus Orbis Terrarum), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, ca. 1575. 19.5 x 13.5”. (HC) This is the first (of three) world maps that were included in
Ortelius’ famous atlas. It 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. Placed on a cloud background, the map shows North America as much too wide and South America retains the unusual bulged southwestern
coastline. At the poles, a prominent Northwest Passage snakes its way south of the four islands making up the arctic regions, and a huge Terra Australis Nondum
Cognita makes up the imaginary southern continent. A notation next to New Guinea notes that it is unknown if this large island is a part of the southern continent. The
title is in a strapwork banner at top, which is balanced with a quotation from Cicero at bottom. This superb map was engraved by Frans Hogenberg with his signature
at bottom. The plate was used for the first 16 editions of the Theatrum. A crack developed in the lower left corner from 1570 onwards. This example shows evidence
of that crack with the first attempted repair that appears in 1575. Latin text on verso. Ref: Shirley #122; Van den Broecke #1.2. Sharp impression with attractive
color. There is a tiny unobtrusive hole only visible when held to the light and a little soiling in the blank margin, else fine. Hinge tape on verso. (A)$8000-10000
16. World (Discorso Intorno alla Carta da Navigare), Porcacchi, L’Isole Piu Famose del Mondo…, [1590]. 5.5 x 4”. (BW) This nautical world map, engraved by Girolamo Porro, was one of two world maps included in Porcacchi’s popular pocket-sized atlas. It covers most of the world, excluding far eastern Asia and the western
coast of North America; thus alluding to a connection between the two. The Terra Incognita landmass dominates the bottom of the map. The handsome map is filled
with rhumb lines and the seas are fully stippled. Printed on a full sheet (7.5 x 11.5”) of Italian text. Ref: Shirley #128. (A+)
$500-650
17. World ([Untitled - World]), Bry, Frankfurt, ca. 1613. 5.5 x 3”. (BW) A fine miniature world map on an oval projection. The map is based on Cornelis Claesz’s 1598
map illustrating the circumnavigation of Cavendish. In the north, below Terra Septentrionalis Incognita, is an apparent navigable passage with the remnant of the
mythical Sea of Verrazzano protruding into the North American continent. In the south is the large southern continent. Quivera regnum occupies a protrusion above
the peninsular California. The map is surrounded by an attractive scrolled border with birds and flowers. On a full sheet of Latin text (10 x 14”). Ref: Shirley #220.
Light toning and a few very small spots in margins. (A)
$500-650
18. World (Descrittione del Mappamondo), Porcacchi, L’Isole Piu Famose del Mondo…, Venice, ca. 1620. 5.8 x 4.3”. (BW) Charming miniature map of the world on
an oval projection, engraved by Girolamo Porro after a larger world map by Camoccio on the Gastaldi prototype. The huge mythical Terra Incognita dominates the
Southern Hemisphere. On a full sheet (8.0 x 11.5”) of Italian text with decorative capital letter below map and page 193 above. Italian text continues on the verso.
Ref: Shirley #127. Fine impression with full margins. Very faint foxing and a light stain in margins. (A)
$375-475
19. World (Typus Orbis Terrarum), Jansson, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, [1630]. 8 x 5.8”. (HC) This is a beautifully engraved and finely detailed double hemisphere map.
Strapwork borders enclose an armillary sphere, compass rose and the names of the four elements. The map features the island of California with only a ghost of a
coastline continuing to the northwest. Terra Australis has a broken coastline and a notation that ends with the signature of the engraver, Abraham Goos. Four lines
of Latin text balance the title cartouche at bottom. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Shirley #325. Soft paper with minor color bleed-through on verso. A few minute worm
holes that can only be seen by holding up to strong light. (B+)
$600-750
20. World ([World]), Bry, Frankfurt, ca. 1631. 7.5 x 6.7”. (HC) This is De Bry’s version of Willem Schouten’s map showing his voyage around the world in 1615-17.
This expedition discovered Le Maire Strait and a new route around South America to the Pacific and the important Spice Islands. The simple double hemisphere depicts
the vessel’s tracks with the continents shown in outline only. Above the map are two, head-and-shoulder, portraits of Ferdinand Magellan and Willem Schouten, each
flanked by angels bearing laurel wreaths. Outside this central scene are the portraits of four other circumnavigators: Francis Drake, Thomas Cavendish, Oliver van
Noort and George van Spilbergen. The map is on a full sheet of German text. Ref: Shirley #301. (A)
$900-1200
21. World (Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac Hydrographica Tabula), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 21.4 x 16”. (HC) A magnificent map featuring a cartea-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 and Tierra del Fuego, 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 the date omitted from the lower cartouche on the right. Dutch text on verso.
Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #1; Shirley #255. Exquisite old color and full margins with minor professional repairs in the blank margins. (A+)
$20000-24000
22. World (Typus Orbis Terrarum), Merian, Frankfurt, ca. 1657. 10 x 6.8”. (HC) This interesting twin hemisphere map features the island of California, a huge southern
continent and no trace yet of Australia. The most striking features of the map are the depictions of the sun and moon and Jehovah, in Hebrew, at top and interesting
allegorical representations of the elements at bottom; a dragon represents fire, a phoenix for air, a flowering plant for earth and a pair of sea monsters for water. The
sea is stipple engraved. This is the second state, with the title in a strapwork panel at top, published in either Gottfried’s Historische Cronica (1657) or Gorhm’s
Vermehrte Archotologica Cosmica (1695). Ref: Shirley #356A. Minor toning in blank margins. (A)
$750-950
23. World ([Lot of 2] Carte de l’Amerique nouvellement dressee suivant les nouvelles decouvertes et mise en fransois [and] Carte nouvelle de l’Europe, Asie, Afrique,
nouvellement dressee et mise en fransois), Tavernier, Paris, 1661. 11.8 x 11.8”. (HC) Fine, matched pair of hemisphere maps. The Western Hemisphere shows
California as an island, a single Great Lake, and an expansive northwest coastline in North America. A notation describes Thomas Button’s search for a Northwest
Passage. In South America, there is a small Lake Parime in Guiana, and both the Amazon and Rio de la Plata flow from the large interior Lago de los Xarayes. In the
Eastern Hemisphere, the large mythical southern continent fills the bottom of the map and the Dutch discoveries in Australia are not shown. Both hemispheres are
enclosed in concentric circles giving compass points, notations and tables, and each is embellished with a beautiful cartouche featuring the female representations of
the continents. These two hemisphere maps first appeared in 1639, printed on a single sheet as a double hemisphere map. In this addition, not noted by Shirley, each
hemisphere is printed on a separate sheet. Ref: Shirley #349; Burden #255. Nice impression, original color and wide original margins. There is some minor soil in
the margins and a few unobtrusive spots within the map. The centerfolds have been professionally reinforced with light Japanese tissue. (A)
$3250-4000
24. World (Orbis Terrarum Tabula Recens Emendata et in Lucem Edita per N. Visscher), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1663. 18.5 x 12.3”. (HC) This superb double hemisphere world map is surrounded by engravings including allegorical representations of the continents as well as native inhabitants and wildlife. Visscher’s decorations
were so popular several other cartographers copied them. Two diagrams depicting the Ptolemaic and Copernican theories of the solar system appear within the cusps
of the hemispheres. The northwest coast of North America is greatly exaggerated with the fictional El Streto d’Anian, while California is shown as a peninsula. In
the Pacific, Western Australia, Van Diemens Landt and a bit of New Zealand are also noted. This is the second state with Visscher’s grant of privilege noted under
the title. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Shirley #431; Poortman & Augusteijn #118. Printed on sturdy paper with good margins and a single centerfold. There are some
stains in the side margins, not affecting the map. (A)
$1600-2000
25. World (A Map of all the Earth and how after the Flood it was Divided among the Sons of Noah), Moxon, London, ca. 1685. 18 x 12.5”. (HC) Joseph Moxon, a
little-known English cartographer, designed this interesting world map for publication in bibles. The map illustrates how the world was divided up among the sons
of Noah after the Flood. It is centered on the Old World and only the place names are concentrated there. The rest of the world is shown only with continental
outlines, rivers and lakes. The island of California appears across the expansive Pacific Ocean where there are partial outlines for Australia and New Zealand. A
series of vignettes surround the map illustrating the Creation and the Garden of Eden at top, with scenes from the Fall of Man to the Crucifixion of Christ at bottom.
Two cartouches further decorate the sheet, including a dedication to Gilbert Sheldon, Archbishop of Canterbury. This is Visscher’s version of the first state this very
uncommon map, which was published in a Dutch Bible. Moxon’s table of place names has been removed and Visscher’s imprint appears between the two cartouches.
It is not mentioned by Shirley. Ref: cf Shirley #457. Dark impression with some minor spots. The map has been professionally conserved with expert repairs on the
centerfold and folds at sides including a tear through the vignette at lower right. The repairs are very well done and only noticeable on the verso. There are a few
very tiny scattered worm holes that are not repaired. (B+)
$1400-1800
26. World (Orbis Terrarum Tabula Recens Emendata et in Lucem Edita), Stoopendaal, Rotterdam, ca. 1686. 18.2 x 14.2”. (HC) Surrounded by fabulous scenes from the
Visscher-Berchem map of 1658, this is probably the most decorative of Dutch Bible maps. The classic scenes depict the abduction of Persephone, Zeus being carried
across the heavens in an eagle-drawn chariot, Poseidon commanding his entourage, and Demeter receiving the fruits of the Earth. California is depicted as an island
with a flat northern coastline labeled Nova Albion. A small island in the vicinity of Alaska is labeled Anian. In Asia, the Great Wall of China is illustrated and the
northeastern coastline is severely truncated. Northern and Western Australia, Van Diemens Landt and New Zealand have incomplete coastlines. New Guinea looks
as if it may be attached to Australia. Tucked between the cusps of the map are astronomical diagrams illustrating the Copernican and Ptolemaic solar system theories.
Dutch text on verso. This is the first state with the imprint of A. Hogeboom Gelettert below the bottom neatline. Ref: Shirley #513; Poortman & Augusteijn #129
(GI). Printed on sturdy paper with good margins all around. Fine condition except for a 1.5” professionally repaired tear in the bottom diagram. (B+)$1500-2000
27. World (Werelt Caert), Stoopendaal, Rotterdam, ca. 1719. 18 x 12.2”. (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. There is some light soil on the left side with minor paper restoration in the lower left corner of the blank margin.
There is minor paper restoration along the top margin. A slight fold separation that has been repaired with archival tape on the verso. (B+)
$1200-1500
28. 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. These depict 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 (signature at lower left).
This is the second state with the Covens and Mortier imprint. Ref: Shirley #622. A tiny tear in the right border has been expertly repaired and a minor crease at top.
(A)
$1000-1300
29. World (Planiglobium Terrestre Minus in hanc Formam Reductam …), Weigel, Nuremberg, ca. 1730. 14 x 11”. (HC) This uncommon map is based on Johann Baptist
Homann’s Planiglobii Terrestris Cum Utrog Hemisphaerio Caelesti and is embellished with similar engravings of natural phenomena and the starry heavens. However,
the map itself differs from Homann’s in that it presents an insular California and a different Terra Esonis with the Fretum Anian. The map also retains a faint outline
of the great southern continent, Terra Australis Incongnita. Instead of celestial maps between the cusps of the hemispheres, Weigel has included terrestrial maps on
polar projections. Very light soiling on edges, far from map image. (A)
$1300-1600
30. World (A New and Correct map of the World from the latest Observations), Anon., Dublin, ca. 1730. 11.5 x 6”. (HC) This small English-produced world map was
likely published by Patrick Gordon in The Geographical Grammar. Gordon’s maps were reportedly engraved by John Senex. The double hemispheric map depicts
a period of extensive exploration and geographical discoveries. Australia (New Holland) is vaguely formed with some coastal areas undefined. The continent is
still connected to New Guinea that also has blank, undefined coastal areas. New Zealand (V. Leeland) is depicted with only an indistinct coastline. The mysterious
coastline of Davis’s Land also appears in the eastern South Pacific. California is shown as an island and a large Anian Strait indicates the possibility of a Northwest
Passage. In the North Pacific Ocean the faint outline of Compagnes Land stretches between Asia and North America. Issued folding, now flattened with a few repairs
in the margin on verso. (B+)
$220-275
31. World (Mappemonde a l’Usage du Roy par Guillaume Delisle Premier Geographe de S.M.), Delisle/Covens & Mortier, Atlas Nouveau, Amsterdam, ca. 1740. 25.8 x
17”. (HC) This stunning double hemisphere map of the world shows the routes of numerous explorers, including Magellan (1520), Mendanna (1595), Quiras (1605),
Le Maire (1615), Tasman (1642), St. Louis (1708), and Antoine (1710). The Pacific Northwest coast of North America is left blank above Cap Blanc, and Australia
and New Zealand are only partially mapped. Above the map is a decorative cartouche featuring the French coat of arms surrounded by allegorical figures representing the four continents. Engraved by J. Condet Beautifully colored with a short tear in left-hand margin just entering neatline that has been expertly repaired. (A)
$1700-2000
32. World (Des Mers on Appelle Mer cette Vaste Etendue… de la Surface de la Terre…), Clouet, Geographie Moderne, Paris, ca. 1767. 21.8 x 12.5”. (HC) This unusual
French map of the world illustrates the oceans and seas with extensive descriptive text on three sides of the hemispheres. The map itself is very simple showing only
the outlines of the continents with the seas named. The continent of Australia is conjecturally drawn and the northwest coast of North America is completely blank.
Printed on the bluish toned paper that was common in France during this period. Original outline color with a few minor spots. A tear in the upper blank margins has
been neatly repaired. (B+)
$120-180
33. World (Mappe Monde Suivant la Projection des Cartes Reduites), Robert de Vaugondy, Paris, 1778. 15.5 x 9.7”. (HC) This boldly engraved world map is drawn on
Mercator’s projection. Most of the northwest in North America is blank except for a notation and hint of the possible Northwest Passage and apocryphal discoveries of
Admiral de Fonte. The island of Tasmania is connected to Australia and the coastline of southeastern Australia is indistinctly drawn, but Cook’s discoveries along the
eastern coast are shown, and New Zealand appears as two distinctive islands. Tahiti appears within the decorative title cartouche. This interesting map was presented
in three thematic versions in the atlas with outline color with coloring to show religion, skin color, and “human shape” as given in the legend at top. In this second
state published by Fortin, the coloring indicates the distribution of religions. It has been updated with the recent discoveries, and “et Censeur Royal” was added to
the imprint in the cartouche. Ref: Pedley #15, McGuirk #106. Nice strong impression with some light toning. (A)
$275-350
34. World (Mappe-Monde dressee suivant les nouvelles relations et assujettie aux observations astromoniques), Robert de Vaugondy, Paris, 1804. 28.8 x 18.3”. (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,
to the year 1802 as noted in the supplementary cartouche. With Cook’s 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. Ref: Pedley #6. Minor offsetting and a few damp stains in the lower right image, else very good. (B+) $550-700
35. World ([Lot of 3] Mappemonde sur la Projection de Mercator [and] Carte Generale du Monde Connu des Anciens [and] Mappemonde projeter sur L’Horizon De
Paris et de son Antipode / Mappemonde sur la Projection Polaire), Brue, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1838-1840. 20.5 x 14.5”. (HC) These three matching world maps
are beautifully engraved and highly detailed. Each with blank verso and Brue’s blind-stamped imprint.
1. Mappemonde sur la Projection de Mercator, 1840, 20.5” x 14.5”. Drawn on Mercator’s Projection and centered on the Pacific Ocean. Australia is also called
Nouvelle Hollande and is completely blank in the interior with just a few place names on the coast including Perth, Melbourne, Sydney and Port Jackson. The map
provides an early depiction of Antarctica with broken coastal areas and early place names.
2. Carte Generale du Monde Connu des Anciens, 1838, 20.3” x 14.5”. An attractive map of the world showing only those parts known during ancient times. With
five inset maps along the bottom that show the ancient world according to six scholars. There are ten distance scales including Roman and French systems.
3. Mappemonde projeter sur L’Horizon De Paris et de son Antipode / Mappemonde sur la Projection Polaire, 1840, 21” x 21.5” (sheet size). This uncommon map has
two double hemisphere world views drawn on different projections. At top the northern and southern hemisphere are presented centered on Paris and its Antipode
(opposite) in the South Pacific. The other map is presented on north and south polar projections. All three are very good with good impressions on thick paper with
large, untrimmed margins. First two with trace of offsetting, still very good. (A)
$400-500
36. World (The World on Mercator’s Projection), SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, London, 1841. 24 x 15.5”. (BW) This delicately detailed
map presents a considerable amount of information. The United States is shown excluding the Southwest and Texas. Texas was an independent country from 18361845, but it is shown here as part of Mexico. The northern border of the United States and Canada shows the disputed border for Oregon Territory coming down to
about the 45th parallel at the Columbia River, which reflects British claims in that region. This was finally solved in 1846 with the border at the 49th parallel. The
Arctic region shows the extent of contemporary knowledge, noting nothing besides Packed Ice north of the Bering Strait. Africa is shown with much of its interior
left unmapped - that region was not mapped thoroughly until the latter part of the 19th century. An attractive and informative map surrounded with a keyboard style
border. Some faint toning primarily in the margins and light discoloration on centerfold. (B+)
$140-180
37. World ([Lot of 2] Western Hemisphere [in set with] Eastern Hemisphere), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1850. 13 x 10”. (HC)
A lovely pair of finely rendered hemispheric maps that are some of the most decorative maps produced in the 19th Century. Both maps were engraved by J. Rapkin
and show a circular hemisphere completely surrounded by vignettes drawn by H. Warren, featuring whales, natives, and indigenous animals, with a fancy vine-style
border. The original outline color is typical for the period in that it was applied when children were employed as colorists.
The western map extends to include New Zealand and the Solomon Islands in the Pacific, and the Cape Verde Islands in the Atlantic. Alaska is Russian America,
New California occupies all the west coast with the Baja called California, and the coast of Antarctica is partially defined.
The eastern map includes major cities, topography and watershed. The “Mail Route” for the British Empire is shown and identified in a key near the south pole; it
extends from Britain through the Mediterranean Sea, overland to the Red Sea, across the Arabian Sea to Calcutta, through the East Indies and around Australia with
stops in Perth, Adelaide, Hobart (Tasmania) and Sydney. Overall very good with a small spot on the centerfold of the Western Hemisphere map. (A) $425-500
38. World ([Map and Report] Outline of the Geology of the Globe), Hitchcock, Boston, 1853. 23.3 x 18.3”. (HC) Drawn on Mercator’s Projection, this map shows the
entire world with an inset hemisphere of the “Supposed Antarctic Continent” that locates Wilkes’ Land, South Victoria, Enderby Land and Cook’s sighting of 1774.
This map uses six different colors to locate geological formations. Along the bottom are the comparative heights of mountains and volcanoes aligned with the position
on the map.
This important geological map is bound in the original report “Outline of the Geology of the Globe, and of the United States in Particular; with Two Geological Maps,
and Sketches of Characteristic American Fossils”,” by Edward Hitchcock, Boston: Phillips, Sampson & Company, 1856, 5.5” x 9”. Third edition, octavo, 136 pp., 6
plates, and 1 folding hand-colored geological map with “A Geological Map of the United States and Canada 1853” missing. In original brown blind stamped cloth
with gilt spine title. Published in 1856, this work is notable for containing E. Hitchcock’s first attempt at a geological map of the United States. His son C. H. Hitchcock also notes that “the part relating to the United States is the first attempt to show the distribution of rocks from the Atlantic to the Pacific border.” Ref: Marcou &
Marcou #4 & #41. Map with a few spots of foxing and a tiny binding tear closed with archival tape. Occasional foxing in text. Binding with minor shelf wear and
chipped head. (A)
$450-550
39. Ancient World (Macrobii Ambrosii, Aurelii Theodosii, Viri Consularis Et Illustris), Macrobius, In Somnium Scipionis, Rome, 1560. 3.4 x 5”. (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. This edition was published by Sebastian Gryphius, the notable ‘Prince of the Lyon book trade’. His famous griffin devise is engraved on the title page. Title page, 745 pp. (map at p. 191), and extensive index. The volume is bound in presentation leather with extensive hand
tooling and gilt, four raised banks on spine. Fore edges with gilt (T.E.G.) and fully engraved in a circular pattern. Book plate of Edward Arthur Lee, dated 1901, on
front endpaper. Second, 18th century book plate after title page (Bibliotheca Bartholdi Nicolai Krohn). Ref: Shirley #13. Map and text lightly toned. The beautiful
binding has been expertly rebacked, circa 1900 based on the dated book plate. Some ink notations on first end paper. Title page with ink and small area of loss away
from text. The contents and binding are tight with all page sound with light even toning. As is usually the case, there are a few pages with old ink underlining and the
occasional comment in the margin. (A)
$1700-2000
40. Ancient World ([Lot of 2] Tabula Itineraria ex illustri Peutingerorum Bibliotheca… [Segments I & VI]), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1650. 19.8 x 7.4”. (HC) Two of eight
sheets from the famous Peutinger Table, or a Roman road map of the world. Included is the title sheet and another sheet, which includes the city of Constantinople.
The original parchment document was found by Konrad Celtes in a library in Augsburg which 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. These maps were based on the original manuscript 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. In totality these decorative maps
depict the imperial roads and posts within the Roman Empire throughout Europe, North Africa and Asia as far as Toprobana (Sri Lanka). Folding as issued with a
small fold separation in the margin of the title sheet. (A)
$200-300
41. Ancient World (La Terre Connue lorsque l’Evangile sut Publie), Anon., [1740]. 16.5 x 12.5”. (BW) This uncommon map illustrates those parts of the world that
were known in ancient times; covering all of Europe, Northern Africa and Central Asia. The ancient regions and cities are named and large rivers and lakes are noted,
but there is little other detail. The cartography is up-to-date, rather than on the Ptolemaic model. The inset at upper right is a double hemisphere world showing the
contemporary knowledge of the whole world. It features the mythical island of California and large southern continent. Evidence of a plate repair is in the bottom
border. Beautiful, early impression. A few manuscript notations in an old ink hand that blend in with the map and have minimal distraction. (B+)
$150-200
42. Ancient World (Afbeeldinge der Oude Waereld; Benevens Derzelver Verdeling onder de Nakomelingen Noachs), Bachiene, Amsterdam, 1749. 19.5 x 14.6”. (BW)
An interesting and uncommon map of the ‘Old World’ showing the continents of Europe, Asia, and Africa divided among Noah’s sons. The continental outlines are
shown according to 18th century knowledge with interiors reflecting Ptolemaic models. The map includes a key in a drape-style cartouche and the title cartouche
incorporates a large landscape showing the migrations setting out from the Tower of Babel and a large tree representing Noah’s descendants. Engraved by Jan van
Jagen and published in a Statenbijbel by Nicolaas Goetzee. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #177. Folding as issued with a crease along the centerfold. A couple small
spots. (B+)
$300-375
43. Eastern Hemisphere (Hemisphaerium Orbis Antiqui, cum Zonis, Circulis, et Situ Polulorum Diverso), Cellarius, Harmonia Macrocosmica seu Atlas Coelestis, Amsterdam, ca. 1661. 20.4 x 16.5”. (HC) A superbly engraved and embellished chart shows the Eastern Hemisphere with the climatic zones, ranging from Frigida Borealis
to Torrida, with planetary details superimposed. The bold engraving carries a nice simplicity that includes countries and some key cities. Australia (Nova Hollandia)
is not fully mapped with no coastline on the south and east and a land bridge reaching up to connect to New Guinea. The elaborate border includes fine scrollwork,
numerous busy putti and additional diagrams showing armillary spheres and climatic zones. The border also incorporates the two decorative title cartouches. Blank
verso. The map image is beautiful with dark, crisp impression and fine color on thick hand laid paper with wide margins. Outside of the map image is lightly toned,
more so at top, from a previous framing. Two printer’s creases at edges just enter border, a split in lower margin just enters map, well closed on verso, and the upper
edge is rough, also a result of prior framing. (B+)
$1400-1800
44. Eastern Hemisphere (Voyage du Cap. Dampier a la N. Hollande en 1699 &c.), Dampier, Nouveau Voyage autour du Monde, London, ca. 1705. 11.3 x 6.8”. (BW)
This scarce map shows the route of Captain William Dampier’s voyage as commander of the HMS Roebuck. It travels from Britain to Brazil and then to the East
Indies around the tip of Africa. The return trip ended on Ascension Island where the ship foundered and was scuttled due to “rotting.” The captain and crew were
marooned for five weeks before being picked by an East Indiaman and returned home in August 1701. The expedition explored the East Indies with plans to explore
the east coast of Australia, but were forced to abandon this goal as the ship’s condition worsened. This British scientific expedition was sponsored by the British
Admiralty and by inference King William III. From the French edition of Dampier’s New Voyage Round the World. Dark, early impression. A little toning on one
fold with a few tiny areas of loss with paper infill on verso. (B+)
$300-400
45. World - Polar (Carte des Deux Regions Polaires…), Buffon, Histoire Naturelle Generale et Particuliere, Amsterdam, ca. 1750. 17.8 x 8.8”. (BW) Interesting map
of the poles that shows numerous tracks of explorers, including Tasman, Furneaux, Halley, Marion and the 1773 expedition of Cook. There is an unusual and utterly
spurious Northwest Passage shown from Hudson Bay via Wager Inlet into a Grand Eau des Sauvages down into L. de Fonte and thus to the Pacific. There are many
ice floes or icebergs depicted in both poles. Engraved by Aldring. Near fine with nice impression on clean and bright paper. Very faint offsetting in image. (A)
$200-300
46. North Pole (Polus Arcticus sive Tract, Septentrionalis…), Quad, Geographisch Handtbuch, Cologne, ca. 1600. 11 x 8.5”. (HC) This scarce map is a reduced version
of Mercator’s landmark map of the Arctic from 1595. 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 that are separated by rivers. The magnetic north is depicted as a separate island rock just outside the polar mass. In North America 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. Engraved by Johannes Bussemacher. Latin text on verso. Ref: Burden #134, Kershaw #34. Expertly repaired centerfold
split at bottom just entering map image, with a tiny line of facsimile on the neatline. Brown ink manuscript notations in the margins. (B+)
$1000-1200
47. North Pole (Septentrionalium Terrarum Descriptio), Mercator, Gerardi Mercatirus Atlas…, ca. 1606. 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 north of Russia
including undefined coastlines to one of the islands surrounding the pole and Nova Zemla. Latin text on verso. Ref: Burden #88; Kershaw #22a. A lovely example
with color bleed through on verso, else fine. (A)
$3000-4000
48. North Pole (Poli Arctici, et Circumiacentium Terrarum Descriptio Novissima), Hondius, Appendix Novi Atlantis, Amsterdam, [1637]. 19.3 x 17”. (HC) Hondius’
important map is one of the most decorative maps of the North Pole. It replaced Mercator’s map in the Mercator/Hondius atlases in 1636, and incorporated much of
the knowledge gained by the English in their search for a Northwest Passage to Asia. The cartography is based on Henry Briggs’ depiction of Hudson Bay, showing
a pair of bays in the bottom of Hudson Bay named Iames his Bay and The Great Bay of God’s Deliverance. There are more names based on Hudson’s explorations,
including the note of Ne Ultra in an inlet at the top of the bay indicating that they could go no further there. There are several Dutch names in Labrador, many appearing for the first time on this map. The fascinating whaling scenes that surround the map also depict Dutch activity in the region. There are many types of ship
and boats shown, as well as whales, seals and cormorants. Burden’s third state (Kershaw’s second state); the first with the whaling scenes. Latin text on verso. Ref:
Burden #246; Kershaw #99. A small tear on the bottom centerfold and some minor damage in the blank margins have been professionally repaired. (A)
$2400-3000
49. North Pole ([Untitled Globe Gore - North Pole]), Coronelli, Corso Geographico Universale, Venice, ca. 1695. 14.8 x 14.8”. (HC) North polar calotte depicting the
Arctic north of the 70th degree latitude with a 7-line description around the North Pole. Notations are included to identify the discoveries of several Arctic explorers in Baffin’s Bay, Davis Straight, Greenland, Spitzberg and Nova Zembla. The sheet is beautifully engraved with fascinating scenes of men hunting sea monsters
and various animals. Coronelli is well known for making a concerted effort to delineate only verified discoveries and these maps are perfect examples of his careful
cartography. Ref: Kershaw #169. Nice image but there is masking tape on verso. The tape stain is visible at the fold. (C)
$300-400
50. North Pole (Die Nord=Pol-Lander fenn), Muller, Neu-Augefergter Kleiner Atlas, Ulm, [1702]. 3 x 2.5”. (BW) This beautifully engraved miniature map is on the
upper portion on a sheet of text. This is the second state, the first published in 1692. The map drew from Johann Christoph Hoffman’s map of 1678. Muller exaggerates the double bay of Hudson Bay and a small river on the Labrador coast is omitted. Blank verso. Ref: Kershaw #259; Burden #688. Beautiful, flawless example.
(A+)
$150-200
51. North Pole (De Eilanden van Sangir Sjauw en Pangasare / De Noord Pool…), Keizer/De Lat, Atlas Portatif, Deventer, ca. 1747. 10.8 x 7.1”. (HC) An interesting
Dutch map that includes a map of the North Pole and featuring the island of California with a faint coastline labeled, Onbeekend Land, nearly connecting Asia and
North America. A large unset map that takes up nearly a third of the sheet covers the volcanic islands of the Sangihe Archipelago in Indonesia. The outside fold has
been reinforced on verso with a tiny bit of paper loss. (B+)
$160-200
52. North Pole (A Map of the Countries Situate about the North Pole, as far as the 50th Degree of North Latitude), Carey, General Atlas, ca. 1799. 9.4 x 9.4”. (BW)
This is the first map of the North Pole published by an American cartographer. The map illustrates information from the late eighteenth century explorations in the
Canadian north by Hearne and Mackenzie. Ref: Wheat & Brun #915. (A)
$100-150
53. Celestial (Haemisphaerium Stellatum Australe Antiquum), Cellarius, Harmonia Macroscosmica siu Atlas Universalis et Novus…, Amsterdam, ca. 1660. 20.5 x 17.5”.
(HC) This fabulous map presents the ancient Greek constellations of the southern sky in traditional classical mythological form based on those of Petrus Plancius.
The chart is centered on the ecliptic pole down to about 20 degrees in the northern hemisphere and is presented on a stereographic projection. It is richly engraved
in the baroque style with an elaborate cloud background filled with putti. Ref: Kanas 7.1; Warner p. 54, 1B. Fine example with splendid old color and impression.
There is a minor professional repair on the bottom centerfold. (A+)
$4000-5000
54. Celestial ([Lot of 2 - Celestial Plates]), Burritt, Atlas Designed to Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens, 1835. 13.2 x 13.8”. (HC) Burritt’s Atlas Designed to
Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens was conceived as an inexpensive, pictorial representation of the night sky. His book, based on English sources, brought
European celestial cartography to the United States. This lot contains two of the four charts centered on the location of the sun during the winter solstice and the
vernal equinox. They cover the sky from 50 North Declination to 50 South Declination and portray the stars that are visible to the naked eye. The maps include a
scale indicating the size of stars between one and six as well as clusters and nebula.
Plate II This chart depicts the night sky during the months of January, February and March, around the time of the vernal equinox. The chart features the constellations of Orion, Gemini, Taurus, Cancer, and Perseus. Beside the stars and constellations, the Milky Way is prominently shown. Condition: Holes within map, small
tear extending just into the neat line on left margin, and lower left corner missing. Also some foxing. (C)
Plate III This chart depicts the night sky during the months of October, November and December, around the time of the winter solstice. The chart features the
constellations of Aries, Cetus, Capricornus, and Aquarius. Condition: Some toning and foxing with a tear entering border at right. (B) Ref: Kanas, p. 277-279 See
description.
$75-110
55. Celestial (A Celestial Planisphere, or Map of the Heavens), Huntington, Atlas Designed to Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens, 1835. 20.2 x 14”. (HC) 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. Light foxing and offsetting. Centerfold separation extending 1” into map at bottom. (C+)
$90-120
56. Celestial ([Lot of 2] Northern Circumpolar Map for each Month in the Year [in set with] Southern Circumpolar Map for each Month in the Year), Burritt, Atlas
Designed to Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens, 1835. 12.5 x 12.5”. (HC) Burritt’s Atlas Designed to Illustrate the Geography of the Heavens was conceived
as an inexpensive, pictorial representation of the night sky. His book, based on English sources, brought European celestial cartography to the United States. This
lot contains the two hemisphere charts from the atlas, which are centered on the north and south equatorial poles. The charts portray the stars that are visible to the
naked eye for each month of the year. The maps include a scale indicating the size of stars between one and six as well as clusters and nebula. Beside the stars and
constellations, the Milky Way is prominently shown.
Northern Circumpolar Map for each Month in the Year Details the constellations of Ursa Major and Minor, Draco, the Lynx, Cassiopeia, Perseus, Andromeda, and
Auriga. Condition: Original color with wide margins. Some offsetting, toning and pencil marks. (B)
Southern Circumpolar Map for each Month in the Year Details the constellations of The Phoenix, Dorado, Apus, and Ara. Condition: Original color with wide
margins. Faint offsetting and toning. (B+) Ref: Kanas, p. 277-279 See description.
$100-150
57. Solar System (Le Syteme de Ptolmee / Le Systeme de Copernic / Le Systeme de Descarte / Le Systeme de Ticho Brahe), Fer, Paris, ca. 1705. 13.3 x 9.5”. (HC)
Herman van Loon engraved these charts of the four prevailing theories of the Solar System. Each shows the sun and planets enclosed in a surround of clouds. Light
soil and toning in margins. (A)
$110-150
58. Globes (12” Rand McNally Terrestrial Globe), Rand McNally & Co., Chicago, ca. 1920-24. 14 x 22.5”. (PC) Twelve inch terrestrial desk globe on a bronzed Art
Nouveau metal base with claw and ball feet. With a stylized “RMN” logo on the base. Solid brass hour ring is held by a turned brass nut. The title Rand McNally &
Company Terrestrial Globe 12 Inch is contained in an oval cartouche. No date is given but the globe names Czechoslovakia and shows post-Versailles boundaries.
Yugoslavia shown as the Kingdom of Serbs-Croats Slovens, this depiction is rare and short-lived. The map has a large analemma “showing the Sun’s Declination and
Position in the Zodiac for every day of the year.” In the seas the direction of ocean currents is noted. A very nice example of this globe. Globe surface is very good
to fine, but there is 1/2 inch puncture at the tip of Maine. Base is fine. (B+)
$400-600
59. Globes ([Lot of 3 - Terrestrial Globes]), ca. 1933-50. 12 x 12”. (PC)
1. Cram’s Universal Terrestrial Globe 9 Inch, 12” tall, circa 1950. Fine terrestrial desk globe constructed with 12 lithograph, coated paper gores over pasteboard.
Raised on an offset central axis mounted on a single short, angled metal pillar held by a beige round metal stand and hour dial at north pole. The oceans are finished
in turquoise with the locations of the Prime Meridian and the International Date Line shown. The names and direction of the currents of all the oceans and seas
are in white. Shows Indochina, Manchuria, and Pakistan (overprinted in red in the western portion of India). Israel is vaguely identified, Korea is still unified, and
Indonesia, who gained her independence in late 1949, is still shown as part of the Netherlands. The Sargasso Sea is prominently displayed in the middle of the
Atlantic Ocean, and an analemma is located in the South Pacific. Notations at the north and south poles state the years and methods of travel for individuals who
first explored those regions. The simple title cartouche is located in the Indian Ocean. Near fine condition with just a little unevenness in a few gores. (A)
2. [4.5” Terrestrial Globe], 8” tall, circa 1933-34. Tin desk globe with printed color surface, with half meridian ring atop a brown circular metal base. Iran is still
Persia. This globe is probably from the “Reliable Series” made in England. Lower ring of base with slight rust, and globe surface has slight marks. (B+)
3. [3.5” Terrestrial Globe], 4.5” tall, J. Chein, circa 1935. This tin bank globe may be opened at the equator to gain access to the coins. Iran is still named Persia.
With faux wood metal base titled Bank Globe. A little soiling to surface, still very good. (A) See individual descriptions.
$150-200
60. Cartographic Miscellany (Tab. IV. Geometria), Hubner, Augsburg, ca. 1760. 8.8 x 7.5”. (HC) This interesting engraving describes a variety of scientific instruments
and tools used in mapmaking. Some paper in the blank margin has been replaced to better accommodate framing. (A)
$140-180
61. Cartographic Miscellany (A Map of the Principal Rivers Shewing Their Courses, Countries, and Comparative Lengths), SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful
Knowledge, London, 1834. 12.5 x 15.2”. (HC) A very attractive and interesting comparative thematic chart uniquely arranged on concentric circles around a classic
compass rose. The rivers are depicted with their relative distance from the sea, including an index of each river’s length in English miles. Associated towns and lakes
are noted and respective countries are identified in capital letters keyed with an index at lower left. Two smaller, partial concentric circles located in the upper corners
show additional rivers in the same fashion. This is a fine thematic map that utilizes a unique method to graphically compare the rivers of the world. Only the lakes
are hand colored with a green wash, the balance of the map being uncolored. Published in London by Baldwin and Cradock. Margins close as issued. Light ivory
toning to margins (A)
$120-150
62. Cartographic Miscellany ([Lot of 5 - Globe and Map Making Patents]), London, 1856-1859. 7 x 10”. (BW) Each of these booklets represents the public notice of
patents granted by Royal decree or those held as Provisional. Each is wrapped in original blue paper cover, printed at the Great Seal Patent Office, 25 Southampton
Buildings, Holborn and printed by George E. Eyre and William Spottiswoode. A collection of rarely seen booklets that describe the intense work by inventors who
were making incremental improvements in the globe and map making process. In many cases the patent application was made decades earlier.
1) A.D. 1858, 12th November - No. 2542. Specification of George Tomlinson Bousfield. Apparatus for Illustrating Conic Sections and the Lines of the Globe.,
1859.
2) A.D. 1855 - No. 1445. Specification of Ignace Joseph Silbermann. Manufacture of Globes, & c. Mouldong globes.
3) A.D. 1855 - No. 541. Specification of Alexander Clark. Globes. Hollow glass globes with gores on the inside so they are protected.
4) A.D. 1721 - No. 432. Patent of John Harris, John Senex, and Henry Wilson. Globular Charts., 1857. Statement of invention generally known as “Harris, Senex,
and Wilson’s Patent.”
5) A.D. 1775 - No. 1107. Specification of John Haywood and Thomas Jefferys. Globes. Making globes by casting in a concave mold. Application dated March 14,
1776. Contents fine. Blue covers mostly fine, but two with slight soiling. (A)
$150-200
63. Puzzle Maps ([Puzzle Set] Atlas), Logerot, Paris, ca. 1850. 12 x 9”. (HC) This extraordinary and complete puzzle set contains the original six maps - the World,
North America, Europe, Asia, Africa and South America. The geography for each map is by A. R. Fremin. The map of North America names Texas separately but
the boundary with Mexico appears to be in the post-Gadsden Purchase configuration. Each puzzle piece is mounted on thin wood with original blue paper on verso
and green paper edging on outer pieces. The maps neatly fit into the original decorative paper and wood box that features an embossed and highly decorative cover.
The box is further decorated with gold leaf to some edges and wallpaper-style paper on the sides. Each map measures 11” x 8”, with the box measuring 12” x 9”
x 2” thick. This fine puzzle has survived very well given its intended purpose. It is rare to find a puzzles from this period complete with all pieces and the original
box. One puzzle piece in Europe missing a small tip at far right. The World and South America have some light toning, and Africa has a little scattered foxing. The
original box is very nice with just a little shelf wear and a small amount of warping to the cover with a small section of missing paper on one side. (B+)$400-600
64. Puzzle Maps ([Puzzle Maps] Atlas), Delamarche, Paris, ca. 1884. 19 x 13.4”. (HC) Each of the puzzle map measures 17.2 x 11.4” when assembled. The maps include
the double hemisphere “Atlas Delamarche Mappe-Monde en Deux Hemispheres,” “Carte Politique de l’Europe, 1884” and “Atlas Delamarche Geographie Modern,
France divisee en 86 Departments.” The maps are from Delamarche’s Atlas Grosselin, each now segmented and mounted on wooden puzzle pieces. The maps fit
into the original wooden box (19” x 13.4”), which is covered with original decorative paper in a wall-paper pattern and with gold embossed trim at the edges. The
cover is a beautifully lithographed, hand colored paper label featuring a Scotsman, African warrior and the allegorical female figure representing Geography holding
a globe and an atlas. A great, partial set of puzzle maps with the original box. Missing the maps of the Americas, Oceania, Africa and Asia. The map of France is
missing six or seven small pieces including two in the inset. The original box is soiled on the cover and with one loose wooden panel. (B)
$200-300
65. Puzzle Maps - United States ([Set of Six Puzzle Maps]), Anon., ca. 1865-66. 7.8 x 10”. (HC) This extraordinary and complete puzzle consisting of six maps, including the United States, and five regional maps. The map are on the sides of 20 wooden cubes. Getting the puzzles in the correct order is not easy and reminds one of
working with a Rubik’s Cube. The cubes fit into the original wooden box that has the guide map of the U.S. pasted on the cover with a decorative border mounted
around the edges. The other sample/guide maps store in the box, above the wooden cubes. A rare cartographic curiosity that has survived fairly well given its purpose
as a game. Not dated and mapmaker is unknown. Correctly arranged, the cubes make the following maps, each measuring approximately 8.5” x 6.5”. Map of the
United States. Arizona is in possession of the southern tip of Nevada and Utah’s border with Nevada is a full degree of longitude west of today’s 116 . Wyoming
Territory has the sloped western boundary giving up a large area to Idaho.
States of Maine, New Hampshire Massachusetts, Vermont Connecticut & Rhode I.
States of New York. Pennsylvania Maryland. New Jersey. Delaware & Virginia..
States of Illinois. Indiana. Ohio. Kentucky & Tennessee.
States of Arkansas. Mississippi. Louisiana & Alabama.
(United States of North America) N. & S. Carolina Georgia & Florida. The cubes are very nice with just a little chipping or paper lose at some edges (B+). Box is
missing the three of the four wooden sides, US map on cover has some abraded areas including small loss to part of Wyoming and Nebraska (C+). The sample maps
are generally very good (A) or (B+) due to a spot or two. The Arkansas map has a small part missing at upper margin just into map border. $400-600
Western Hemisphere
66. Western Hemisphere - America (Americae sive Novi Orbis, Nova Descriptio), Munster/Petri, Cosmography, [1614]. 14.3 x 12.3”. (HC) This woodcut map of the
Americas is based on Abraham Ortelius’ classic map of 1570. Its distinguishing features include the huge bulge in the southwest coastline of South America, the
extensive western coastline of North America, and the great southern continent, here called Meridies Terra de Fuego. Because of the restrictions inherent in wood
block engraving, Petri’s map is somewhat more generalized. A village of Quivira and the Sierra Nevada are located in present-day California. Inland is the kingdom
of Quivira with those of Anian and Tolm to the north and east. Above the map are two elongated ovals of gothic German text and above that, in the upper margin a
German title, “Die newen Inseln so hinder Hispania Gegen Orient bey dem Landt Indie Gelegen,” is above the map and on verso. Ref: Burden #67. Nice impression
with reinforced paper corners, well away from map. There is slight show-through of text on verso. (A)
$1300-1600
67. Western Hemisphere - America (America Noviter Delineata), Hondius, Nouvel Atlas, Amsterdam, 1631. 19.8 x 14.8”. (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 mid-Atlantic region. In the Southwest, the famous seven cities of Cibola appear on the banks of a large lake. In South America, there is a large inland
sea on the equator 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.
Shortly after Jodocus Hondius’ death in 1629 the plate passed into the hands of his brother, Henricus. The borders were removed to facilitate the smaller atlas. This is
the third state with the imprint of Henrico Hondius and a date of 1631. French text on verso, published between 1639 and 1644. Ref: Burden #192; Goss #27; Tooley
(America) plt. 172. Original color with some minor toning and offsetting. (B+)
$2400-3000
68. Western Hemisphere - America (America Noviter Delineata), Merian, Frankfurt, ca. 1638. 13.8 x 10.8”. (HC) Merian prepared this reduced version of his 1631 map
for the German translation of Pierre d’Avity’s Les Empires du Monde and it accompanied other works of the period including Theatrum Europaeum. It is one of the
many derivatives of Jodocus Hondius’ map of 1618. North America is depicted with a prominent Virginia and an odd New England coastline. The western coastline
above California makes the continent entirely too wide, and there is an odd, dramatic bulge around Mendocino. There is only a hint of the Great Lakes. There is a
large inland lake in equatorial South America. Greenland, Iceland and the fictitious Frislandia are shown in a small inset map. Strapwork title cartouche, sea monsters
and Spanish galleons decorate the map. Merian’s signature is located at the lower right. Ref: Burden #251. A sharp impression printed on watermarked paper. (A)
$950-1200
69. Western Hemisphere - America (Americae Nova Descriptio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 5 x 2.5”. (HC) This tiny map is based on the
Ortelius-Galle pocket map of America and updated with more recent nomenclature such as Virginia, Nova Granata, and Terra Nova. One interesting feature is the
depiction of the Amazon River running across the entire South American continent. Terra Australis incognita appears above the title cartouche. In the first edition of
King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis Auctorium, which was often bound
with the Praecipuarum Universi. Bucelin’s maps are quite scarce. Latin text on verso. Ref: Burden #329; King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. (A+)
$350-425
70. Western Hemisphere - America (L’Amerique par P. Du Val Geographe du Roy), Duval, Paris, 1661. 19.2 x 15.8”. (HC) Pierre Duval’s compilation of American
maps is both rare and unusual. The sheet contains 18 individual maps of various parts of North and South America. The general map at top left is drawn from Duval’s
own folio map of 1655, which features the island of California, no Great Lakes, and a large Terre de Iesso stretching between Asia and North America.
There are eight devoted to North America; four of which are based on Sanson’s maps of 1656 - Le Canada, La Nle. Espagne, Le N. Mexique, and La Floride. Burden’s
comparison with Sanson’s maps leads him to believe that Duval’s map may have preceded Sanson’s Audience de Guadalajara or possibly were published concurrently,
making this map of New Mexico actually the first devoted to the island of California. Interestingly, on the small map the island is presented on the Foxe model, while
on the general map it is shown on the Briggs format. The four small maps along the center of the bottom row - La Virginie, La Nle. Holande, La Nle. Suede, and Le
Nouveau Danemarq are extremely interesting because there are few contemporary maps devoted to these regions. The map of New Holland features the lower part
of the R. del Nort (Hudson River). The map of New Sweden is the first map to focus on the Delaware River. The map of New Denmark depicts the Arctic region
claimed by Denmark to the northwest of Hudson Bay, here labeled Mer Christiane.
The other maps on the sheet include two devoted to the West Indies, and seven regional maps of South America - La Guiane, La Castille d’Or, Le Perou, Le Bresil,
Le Chili, Le Paraguay, and La Magellanique. It would be fascinating to do a comparative study of these maps similar to Burden’s investigation of the maps of North
America. This is the second state with the imprint of I. Lagniet added. Ref: Burden #322. Light overall toning with a professionally reinforced centerfold. There
are some brown ink markings on verso. (A)
$5000-6000
71. Western Hemisphere - America (L’Amerique, Meridionale, et Septentrionale Dressee selon les Dernieres Relations et Suivant les Nouvelles Decouvertes…), Fer,
Paris, 1717. 23.7 x 18.3”. (HC) This is de Fer’s reduced version of his wall map of America. It features the Island of California covering the entire west coast
north of the Tropic of Cancer. One of the prominent features in northern Mexico is Les Mine de S. Iean et de Ste. Barbe, the legendary Santa Barbara mines of the
Chihuahua-Durango region. The Pacific Northwest and Alaska are essentially blank. There are also several large spurious lakes on both continents. A partial coastline
of New Zealand appears beside the title cartouche. The map is richly decorated with three cartouches and two compass roses. Ref: Burden #753. Original outline
color, slightly faded. Damp stain in the upper margin extending into image and along the lower centerfold, which also has a repair with old paper on verso. (B)
$1200-1500
72. Western Hemisphere - America (Carte du Gouvernement de l’Amerique), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1720. 17.2 x 13”. (HC) A folio sheet filled
with fascinating French text, statistics and four engravings showing the Council of the Indies dividing up Spanish Empire in America. The map itself (3.7 x 5.2”)
shows an unnamed island of California on the Sanson model. The only political detail is the division of the regions between the colonial powers. Far to the south, a
purely speculative Antarctic continent is suggested as Terre Inconnue. Slight crease in text. Minor tear in upper-left blank margin, else fine. (A)
$200-250
73. Western Hemisphere - America (Carte d’Amerique Dressee pour l’Usage du Roy. Par Guillaume Delisle Premier Geographe de sa Majeste …), Delisle, Paris, 1722.
24.3 x 19.3”. (HC) This is the scarce, first state of one of the most popular maps of the 18th century. The detailed map of the Americas provides a great deal of
information about the state of geographic knowledge in the New World in the early part of the century. In North America the western coast is blank above California.
The French territory of Louisiane takes up the lion’s share of North America at the expense of the British colonies. This political bias is due to Delisle’s position as
geographer to the King of France. South America is well represented with a good depiction of the river systems and the locations of the Jesuit missions. The first
state can be distinguished by the fancy lettering for d’Amerique in the cartouche. The map has a long publishing history that spans nearly 100 years! Ref: Tooley
(Amer) p. 13, #1; cf Portinaro & Knirsch CXIV (2nd state). Nice impression and original outline color with wide original margins. There are a couple insignificant
damp stains in the map, else overall very good. (A)
$1200-1500
74. Western Hemisphere - America (Totius Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis Novissima Repraesentatio), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, ca. 1730. 22.5 x 19.3”.
(HC) This attractive map is a revision of the elder Homann’s 1710 map of the Americas. After his death in 1724, his son (Johann Christoph Homann) re-engraved
the plate to correct the western coastline of North America, shown here extending very far west and north, with very little detail. California is no longer shown as an
island, although the remnants of the interior sea can be seen near the Pais de Moozemleck where a river nearly connects with the Mississippi River system, hinting
at the possibility of a Northwest Passage. The Great Lakes are taking shape, being actively explored by the French fur traders and the Hudson Bay Company. The
Solomon Islands are prominently placed in the Pacific, considerably too far to the east. The map is decorated with two large pictorial cartouches, the one at top shows
natives worshipping a fearsome demon at the right, while at left they listen placidly to a priest. The lower cartouche features the landscape, native fauna and two
natives. A nice example with a good impression. Original color and mild toning. (A)
$800-1000
75. Western Hemisphere - America (Americae Mappa generalis…), Haas/Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1746. 21.3 x 18.4”. (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. Lightly toned, mostly in blank margins. (B+)
$700-800
76. Western Hemisphere - America (A New General Map of America. Drawn from Several Accurate Particular Maps and Charts…), Bowen, London, ca. 1747. 16.8 x
13.8”. (HC) This is an early state of this map of the Americas. In North America, the Pacific Northwest ends at Cape Mendocino and is labeled Parts Undiscovered.
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. A decorative cartouche covers the North Pacific and the map shows a number of islands in the South Pacific. Light toning and a few stains
in the image. (B+)
$250-325
77. Western Hemisphere - America (A New and Accurate Map of America, from the latest Discoveries), Gibson, The Beauties of Nature and Art Displayed in a Tour
Through the Worl, London, [1764]. 6.6 x 8.5”. (HC) The major focus of the map are the many apocryphal cartographic theories concerning northwest coast of North
America. The extravagant Northwest Passage and a huge Sea of the West are included with several notations concerning their discoveries. The Sea of the West, here
called the West Sea, is the notation “disc’d by I. Fuca 1592.” The northwest portion of North America is ill-defined and gives information on a Russian exploration
of Alaska in 1741, and other voyages by M. Spanberg in 1728. The east coast of America names each of the colonies, along with Williamsburg, Ft. Pitt, Savanna, St.
Augustine and Boston. Virginia, the Carolinas and Georgia stretch to the Mississippi. There is a large interior Lake des Xarayes in central South America. Spanish
South America includes Terra Firma, Amazonia, Peru, Paraguay, Chili and Magellanica. This scarce little map was published by J. Payne in the first edition. Ref:
McGuirk #119; cf Portinaro and Knirsch plt. CLXX. Dark, early impression and original hand color. Folding as issued. Small worm hole visible when held to light
and some foxing in the Atlantic. (B+)
$200-275
78. Western Hemisphere - America (Nieuwe Kaart van America), Tirion, Amsterdam, ca. 1765. 12.5 x 10.8”. (HC) Tirion’s map of the Americas defines the colonial
possessions with both engraved lines and color. A short coastline juts westward from C. Blank in California and there is nothing above that. South America is well
mapped with the interior labeled ’t Land der Amazonen. The map includes part of Europe and Africa as well. Fine original color with wide margins and a sharp
impression on sturdy paper with a tiny paper flaw off the coast of Paraguay. (A+)
$350-425
79. Western Hemisphere - America (Carte d’Amerique Divisees en ses Principales Parties), Delisle/Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, 1774. 23.5 x 19.3”. (HC) This map
depicts a fascinating stage in the cartographic history of the American Northwest. It is based on Guillaume Delisle’s cartography (1722) amended to show the reported
Russian discoveries in the Northwest. A large group of islands is shown in the approximate location of Alaska. The map also includes some fascinating and erroneous
features. A large Mer de l’Ouest (Sea of the West) is depicted north of Cap Blanc. There are still remnants of the long sought Northwest Passage through a system
of rivers and lakes and the famed R. de l’ Ouest, which is linked by dotted line to the Sea of the West. There are also improvements and additions to the islands in the
Pacific and the two islands of New Zealand appear to the left of the decorative title cartouche. Second title above the image is missing due to a trimmed top margin.
Ref: Tooley (Amer) p. 17, #20. Original color. Issued folded, now flat. Minor soiling primarily in the margins with a very narrow bottom margin, as issued. (B+)
$750-900
80. Western Hemisphere - America (A Chart of North and South America, Including the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, with the Nearest Coasts of Europe, Africa, and
Asia), Jefferys/Sayer & Bennett, The America Atlas, London, 1775. 43.5 x 50.5”. (HC) This important American map was compiled in 1753 by Braddock Meade,
one of the most intriguing figures in British cartographic history as well as an extremely gifted mapmaker. Working under the alias John Green after serving time for
defrauding an Irish heiress, he compiled many of Thomas Jefferys’ most important maps. It was partly designed to expose the errors in Delisle and Buache’s map of
the Pacific Northwest. It was the first map to label Behring’s Straits and includes a plethora of information on explorers and their discoveries. Of particular interest
are the tables of charts that show the variations in latitude and longitude between this chart and those of Bellin, D’Anville, Moll and Senex. There are numerous
notations throughout the map that present a fascinating view of the state of geographic knowledge of the period. Several indignant notes on the Pacific Northwest
include, “These parts, as yet wholly unknown are filled up, by Messrs Buache and Delisle with the pretended discoveries of Adm. de Fonte and his Captains in 1640.”
It also includes numerous notations concerning Russian explorations and presents a bulbous shaped Peninsula of the Tchuktschi whose Extent and Dimensions are
unknown…. This final edition includes a number of updates not present in the earlier editions, including the track of Lt. Sindo in 1764-67 and revisions in the Anadirskiai Islands where Alaska appears as a large island labeled Alaschka. Six sheets, joined to form a spectacular wall map.
Jefferys was the leading English cartographer of the 18th century, serving as both Geographer to the Prince of Wales, and later, Geographer to the King, he had access to
the best surveys conducted in America. He published a series of maps of the American colonies that were among the most significant produced in the period, including
the Fry/Jefferson map of Virginia, Braddock Meade’s map of New England, and William Scull’s map of Pennsylvania and the western frontier. His successors, Sayer
and Bennett, gathered these separately-issued maps together and republished them as The American Atlas. “It was, very likely, consulted by American, English, and
French civilian administrators and military officers during the Revolution.” (Ristow) Ref: Ristow pp. 31-32; Stevens & Tree #4e; Wagner (NW) #578 & p. 160 (1st
ed.). A superb example with original outline color and some expert minor repairs in the blank margins. (A+)
$5000-6000
81. Western Hemisphere - America (Carte d’Amerique divisee en ses principaux Pays Dressee sur les Memoires les plus recents, et sur Differents Voyages), Clouet,
1787. 25 x 18.5”. (HC) This scarce map exhibits some speculative cartography on the Pacific coast of North America. A huge Mer ou Baye de l’Ouest dominates the
northwest coast, but a tentative coastline also reflects the Russian discoveries in the region. The large inset map illustrates the theories of Joseph Delisle and Philippe
Buache concerning the potential Northwest Passage and the Sea of the West. In the Pacific, the tracks of early explorers are shown, including Quiros, Mendana, Le
Maire, Magellan, and Antoine. This is one of the scarcest of all maps illustrating the Sea of the West. Ref: McGuirk #123. Partially colored in outline. The impression in the map is a bit weak, else fine. (A)
$600-750
82. Western Hemisphere - America ([Lot of 2] Amerique Septentrionale Publiee par le Sr. Moithey ... [in set with] Amerique Meridionale…), Moithey, Paris, 1788-89.
20.5 x 29”. (HC) This rare set of North and South American wall maps was published by Moithey and Crepy. Size varies slightly.
The map of North America features a large title cartouche surrounded by allegorical figures with Mercury and three female figures representing the colonial powers of
France and Spain with the newly formed United States, holding a staff with the Liberty cap. The map of North America shows good detail of the Spanish incursions,
and a remnant of the Longue River still exists in the Upper Midwest, here called the Grande Riviere. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #196; Lowery #666. Condition: Issued
folding, now pressed. Professional restoration on folds including some leaf-casting of paper into fold intersections, with loss of image in upper-right and lower-right
corners of the map. Also paper restoration in lower-left corner with facsimile in border.
Amerique Meridionale shows a detailed South America with an extensive system of rivers. The title cartouche contains a sea god holding an urn pouring water to
represent the rivers, and a ship in the background. Condition: Issued folding, now pressed. Professional restoration on folds including some leaf-casting of paper
into fold intersections, with loss of image in upper-left corner, and facsimile border and lines of longitude and latitude in some areas. See description. (B)
$2200-3000
83. Western Hemisphere - America (Tableau General de l’Amerique, comprenant les principales Regions qui composent cette partie du Monde…), Brion de la Tour/
Desnos, Paris, 1792. 17.4 x 14”. (HC) This interesting map of the Americas provides a detailed view of the colonial possessions and the most recent explorations.
The new United States is shown with its boundary on the Mississippi River. The coloring shows Florida under Spanish control, with the balance of the continent
belonging to the British - including California! However, the text indicates the British colonies confined to Canada with Spain in possession of everything west of the
Mississippi River. The Northwest coast of North America is labeled Decouvertes des Russes and is largely blank in the interior. South America is divided up between
Spain and Portugal with Holland and France retaining colonies in Guyana. Terre Magellanique appears to be the last bastion controlled by the Sauvages. Numerous
exploration routes are charted including those of Cook, Bougainville, and Biron and the Spanish Manila to Acapulco route is shown. The map is surrounded on three
sides with panels of French text on a sheet measuring 28.5 x 20.5”. Printed on the bluish toned paper that was common in France during this period. Original color
with minor toning along centerfold. (B+)
$275-375
84. Western Hemisphere - America (Die Westliche Halbkugel…), Schneider and Weigel, 1797. 25 x 20.5”. (HC) A rare German map based on John Arrowsmith’s
important cartography of the Americas. The map is densely engraved with topographical features and place names. The new discoveries in the Pacific are carefully
delineated with several including the dates of their discovery. There is a light damp stain and just a few spots of foxing. (B+)
$300-375
85. Western Hemisphere - America (America), Tanner, American Atlas, Philadelphia, ca. 1823. 21 x 18.4”. (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. Alaska is still largely unexplored while Mexico is in
control of Texas and the Southwest. There is good detail of the islands in the South Pacific including the Dangerous Archipelago. Very good condition with original
color. Very faint toning and offsetting, else fine. (A)
$450-600
86. Western Hemisphere - America (Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale & Meridionale …), Herisson, Paris, 1829. 47 x 34”. (HC) This uncommon French wall map
of the Americas shows the three voyages of Captain Cook, along with the tracks of Vancouver, Mackenzie, and La Perouse. This edition also includes the discoveries
of Parry and Franklin in the Canadian arctic. Its most distinguishing feature is a depiction of the long-sought after Northwest Passage, which had been a major goal
of all these important expeditions. The map extends beyond the Americas to include nearly all the South Pacific with both islands of New Zealand shown. It also
extends to show western Europe and Africa. The map presents a strangely shaped United States and British claims well south of the Columbia River in the Pacific
Northwest. Six insets feature islands in the West Indies. Professionally backed with paper. There is evidence in the top and bottom margins that the map was once
attached to rollers, now lacking. There is some surface soil and creases, but overall good for a map of this size. (B)
$550-750
87. Western Hemisphere - America (Carte de l’Amerique, Divisee en ses Principaux Etats), Poirson, Paris, 1833. 27 x 20”. (HC) A handsome map that shows the Western
Hemisphere from Cape Horn to the Hudson Bay, and from the Pacific to the western fringes of Europe and Africa. This map includes the information from Cook’s
discoveries in the Northwest and Alaska in an inset, and the decorative cartouches have been replaced with the simpler lineal flourishes popular at the beginning of
the 19th century. The United States is shown with transitional borders with present-day Canada, reflecting the French’s preference for U.S. boundary interpretation
over the British. Also, Mexico is in control of Texas and the Southwest.
Jean-Baptiste Poirson was a French cartographer active between 1790 and 1830. He was credited on this map as an “engineer-geographer” with revisions by Herisson
and published by Jean. Original color. Nice impression with a few tiny stains in the image and a few minor tears in the margin. (B+)
$375-500
North America
88. North America (America Septentrionalis), Hondius/Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1644. 22 x 18”. (BW) Due to its wide distribution by one of the preeminent Dutch
mapmakers, this important map of North America had great influence in perpetuating the theory of California as an island . The map is a careful compilation of various sources and represents the state of cartographic knowledge at the time. The insular California is derived directly from Henry Briggs, as is the depiction of the
Arctic. A great number of place names are revealed on California, including po. de S. Diego (San Diego) and Po. Sir Francisco Draco (San Francisco). The Rio del
Norto (Rio Grande) originates in a large western lake and flows incorrectly into the Mare Vermio (Gulf of California). The cartography of the Gulf of Mexico and
Florida is based on Hessel Gerritsz. On the east coast the region identified as Novum Belgium is greatly elongated; Iames Towne and a few place names from John
Smith’s map appear in Nova Anglia. There is a single Lac des Iroquois in the Great Lakes region. The map is richly embellished with a variety of animals throughout
the interior. The oceans are teeming with ships and sea monsters. The title cartouche features several Native Americans and two comely mermaids flank the imprint
cartouche. This is the second state with Jansson’s imprint. French text on verso. Ref: Burden #245; McLaughlin #6; Tooley (Amer) #6, pl. 28; Goss (NA) #30. Nice
impression printed on sturdy paper with just a hint of toning at upper right side. Light tissue repair on verso of the centerfold. (A)
$3000-4000
89. North America (Amerique Septentrionale…), Sanson, Curieuse Aenmerckingen der bysonderste Oost en West-Indische, Paris, [1682]. 10.9 x 7.7”. (HC) This handsome small map is a reduced and revised version of Sanson’s folio map of North America (1650). The map presents California as an island with a flat Briggs type
flat northern coast. The coastline to the northwest of California is named Terre de Iesso, rather than reflecting Sanson’s earlier belief that it was an extension of the
American continent. The R. de Nort drains into the Gulf of California from a large interior lake in the country of Les Apaches. The two westernmost Great Lakes are
left open-ended and Lake Erie remains unnamed. Engraved by A. d’Winter. This version of Sanson’s map was published in a Dutch work on the curious manners,
customs, history and linguistics of the peoples of the East and West Indies. This is the first state. Ref: Burden #545; McLaughlin #89. Nice impression. Untrimmed
edge on lower margin. (A)
$950-1200
90. North America (Amerique Septentrionale divisee en ses Principales Parties…), Sanson/Jaillot, L’Atlas Francois, Paris, ca. 1698. 25.5 x 18”. (HC) This beautiful
map of the Americas shows California as an island in the style of the second Sanson model (1656) with the indented northern coastline. A small peninsula Agubela
de Gato is the only part of the Pacific coastline shown north of California. A strip of Terre de Jesso is shown in the Pacific immediately west of northern California.
Santa Fe is shown along the R. del Norte (Rio Grande River), but the river erroneously drains into the Gulf of California. The two western Great Lakes are openended, and Lake Erie is too far south, split by the 40th parallel. Politically the map shows the British colonies confined to the Eastern Seaboard and extending south
only to a large Virginia. The Carolinas are labeled Floride Francoise. The large Louisiana region is labeled Floride and is shown as a Spanish possession. Beautifully
engraved by Cordier. This is a slightly reduced version of his map of 1674. It can be distinguished from the early version by the size and location of the distance
scale. It is also dedicated to the French King rather than to the Dauphin. This is Burden’s second state with the imprint showing the date 169 (without the final digit)
in the distance scale cartouche. Ref: Burden #709; McCorkle #695.4; McLaughlin #101. Nice dark impression with a hint of faint toning. Short printer’s crease in
the Arctic. (A)
$2500-3000
91. North America (L’Amerique Septentrionale et les Terres Polaires Arctique), Fer, Petit et Nouveau Atlas, Paris, 1705. 11 x 8”. (BW) This uncommon map is based
on Coronelli’s large, two-sheet depiction of the continent from 1692. California is depicted as an island on the second Sanson model with two indented bays in the
northern coast. De Fer’s map deviates from Coronelli’s cartography in a couple of regions; Lake Ontario forms the headwaters of the St. Lawrence River leaving the
other Great Lakes landlocked, and Baffin island is shown. The map is small, and thus not heavily detailed, but the eastern coast includes the names of Boston, New
York, Providence, Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, Carolina and Florida. The map was initially issued in 1693; this is the second state with the date of 1705 added. The
title is displayed on a drape-style cartouche. Engraved by C. Inseln. Ref: Burden #696; McLaughlin #111. Some damp stains in the margins with a couple tiny spots
within the map. (B+)
$600-700
92. North America (L’Amerique Septentrionale Dressee sur les Observations de Mrs. de l’Academie Royale des Sciences…), Delisle/Schenk, Amsterdam, 1708. 23 x
17.4”. (HC) This is Schenk’s version of Delisle’s foundation map of North America. It is nearly identical to the Delisle map, with California returned to its peninsular
position rather than as an island. Cape Mendocino is the farthest northern point in California, and the north portion of the continent is left blank. The Great Lakes
are well-defined, based on Coronelli, with French forts noted. The English settlements are confined east of the Allegheny Mountains, and Spanish forts are clustered
around Santa Fe. The Mississippi River valley is well developed with recent French settlements. 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. Ref: Tooley (Amer) p.19, #34; cf Wheat [TMW]
#79. Nice impression with original color that is lightly oxidized. A few minor centerfold repairs on verso. (A)
$1600-1900
93. North America (Americae Septentrionalis Tabula), Wells, Geographia emendata & locupletata, Oxford, ca. 1726. 6.3 x 3.5”. (HC) This interesting and uncommon
little map is from a children’s geography. It is a reduced version of Wells’ large map of North America with less detail. It features the island of California and enlarged
Great Lakes. The Mississippi River empties in the Gulf of Mexico too far to the west, and the Rio Grand empties incorrectly into the Gulf of California. The map is
dedicated to Thomas Treyor with his coat of arms. Ref: McLaughlin #205. (A+)
$400-500
94. North America (Nova Orbis sive America Septentrionalis, divisa per sua Regna Provinc: et Insul), Seutter/Lotter, Augsburg, ca. 1744. 10 x 7.75”. (HC) A superb small
map with California as an island on the second Sanson model, showing two bays on the north end of the island. The island is also very narrow in the center, almost
becoming two islands, a theory proposed by Father Luis Velarde. The map is densely covered with place names, and the northern extremes are strangely elongated.
The large title cartouche, surrounded by Native Americans and birds conveniently obscures the northwest coast with the exception of a portion of the Terra Esonis
incogn. Tobias Conrad Lotter’s strong engraving style is evident. Ref: McLaughlin #221; Tooley (America) pp. 133, #95. Nice impression. Previously folded, now
flat and backed with light Japanese tissue. (A)
$600-800
95. North America (Nouveau Mexique, Louisiane, Canada, et Nlle. Angleterre), Brion de la Tour/Desnos, Geographie Moderne, Historique et Politique, Paris, 1766. 10.1
x 9”. (HC) This map covers the majority of the continent, excluding Alaska and southern Mexico. The western region is virtually unknown, but notations are made
concerning the recent discoveries along the Northwest coast. The River of the West flows out of Lake Winnipeg, which is connected through a system of rivers and
lakes to Hudson Bay, thereby forming the long sought Northwest Passage. Another spurious river empties into San Francisco Bay. Quivira is located in present day
Nevada. The map is flanked by columns of French text pasted on the sheet (19 x 11”). Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #117. There is a tiny centerfold separation at bottom
confined to blank margin, repaired on verso, and some light toning along centerfold. (B+)
$300-375
96. North America ([Lot of 3] Amerique Septentrionale [and] Nord America und West=Indien [and] Amerique Septentrionale), ca. 1780-1830. (HC)
1. Amerique Septentrionale, by R. Bonne, from Raynal’s Atlas de toutes les parties connues du globe terrestre, circa 1780 (12.6 x 8.4”). The entire western part of the
continent is left mostly blank on this map of North America. In the west the map locates the Straits of Juan de Fuca, Cape Blanco, S. Pedro and Santa Fe. Indian
tribes occupy the edges of defined territory -- Apaches, Sioux, Outagamis, Assenipouels. The British Colonies and a few major cities are named along the eastern
seaboard and in the Great Lakes region. Alaska is shown as a group of islands, the largest of which is labeled Alaschka. Good detail of the Great Lakes and the
Mississippi and Missouri Rivers. Information and place names fill Mexico and the Caribbean. Six distance scales at upper right. Condition: Remnants of hinge
tape on verso. (A)
2. Amerique Septentrionale, by J.B. Poirson, dated 1803 (16.7 x 13.5”). This map was published the same year as the Louisiana Purchase and shows the region
bordered by the Mississippi River to the east and extending to a spurious mountain range in the west. A huge Northwest Passage runs through the arctic. The U.S.
States and territories are outlined and the interior of Canada is mapped in detail. Condition: Wide margins with original outline color and light toning. (B+)
3. Nord America und West=Indien, by F.W. Streit, circa 1830 (18.5 x 15.5”). Attractive map of North America and the West Indies featuring mainly topography with
the boundaries of nations and colonial possessions outlined. Condition: Original outline color with a short tear in upper margin just touching neatline, closed on
verso with paper tape. (B+) See description.
$350-450
97. North America (Amerique Septentrionale), Bonne, Raynal’s Atlas de toutes les parties connues du globe terrestre, Paris, ca. 1790. 13.5 x 9.2”. (HC) Map of North
America with the United States (unnamed) confined east of the Mississippi River. Virginia, the Carolinas and Georgia extend to the Mississippi. Much of the western
part of the continent is blank, but additional detail has been added to the west of the Hudson Bay. Based upon the discoveries of Samuel Hearne, L. Arathapescow, L.
Cogead and other additional detail appear in this map. This was where Cook would be sent a few years later in an attempt to find a Northwest passage. Based upon
Cook’s various explorations, Alaska is now roughly the correct shape despite its orientation being too far to the north. Ref: cf Seller & Van Ee #170. Minor toning
in margin, else fine. (A)
$120-150
98. North America (Amerique Septentrionale Divisee en Ses Principales Parties), Elwe, Atlas, Amsterdam, 1792. 23 x 18.5”. (HC) Large, decorative map copied from
the Jaillot/Sanson map of 1674 with the same decorative title and scale of miles cartouches. It is possible the plate was acquired at the dissolution of the Jaillot firm
in 1781, and revised with Elwe’s imprint. The map has been somewhat updated with the western Great Lakes complete, and a peninsular California. Buttons Bay
is open-ended, allowing the possibility of an inland passage to the Pacific. The R. del Norte originates from a large lake and empties into the Mer Rouge (Gulf of
California). The political divisions are outdated with the continent still divided between the colonial interests of England, France and Spain. Original color. Small
tear at the bottom centerfold which has been repaired with old paper. There is removable glassine adhered along the edges on verso. (B+)
$1000-1200
99. North America (A New & Accurate Map of North America including Nootka Sound), Cooke, London, ca. 1794. 17.2 x 10.5”. (BW) This map of North America
focuses on discoveries in the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. New Mexico encompasses present-day Louisiana and Texas. Alaska is still a bit misshapen but Capt.
Cook’s discoveries are shown and there is good detail of the Aleutian Islands and the coast of Asia. Northern Canada is marked Parts Unknown and northern California
is New Albion. The eastern seaboard states all extend to the Mississippi River. Issued folded now flat. (A)
$250-325
100. North America ([Lot of 2] Nord-America [and] Nord America), Stieler’s Hand Atlas, 1823-1835. (HC)
1. Nord-America, by C.G. Reichard, dated 1823 (13.5 x 11”). This interesting map is a revision of Reichard’s map of 1818. It shows the United States with its claim
into present-day British Columbia, Mexico in control of the Southwest, and Russia possessing Alaska. In the West are the large territories of Oregon, Missouri,
North-West Missouri, and Arkansas. A large inset details the Northwest coast with the discoveries of Vancouver. Condition: Original outline color with some
minute foxing along centerfold that does not distract. Also foxing in blank margins.
2. Nord America, by F. Stulpnagel, dated 1835 (15 x 11.5”). A very detailed German map of the continent is a revision of the 1832 map and is filled with interesting
features and early western territorial development in the United States. The large Oregon Territory is shown jointly occupied by Britain and the U.S. The plains
region is occupied by several Indian Districts. The Hawaiian Islands, here called the Sandwich Islands, are also depicted. Condition: Original outline color with
a few faint spots in map image that do not distract. See description. (B+)
$250-325
101. North America, Texas (Map of North America, Exhibiting the recent discoveries. Geographical & Nautical), Wyld, A New General Atlas…, London, ca. 1843. 14 x
18.4”. (HC) This finely engraved map is filled with superb details and prominently depicts the independent Republic of Texas. In the United States there is a large
Missouri territory that encompasses most of the West. Wyld introduced a number of new ideas concerning the watershed in the West with four great westward flowing rivers seeking the sea from the Great Basin. The most prominent is the Buenaventura River that flows from Salt Lake of Teguayo to the Pacific. Further north,
the Sacramento River is shown to possibly flow from L. Yentaw noted as probably L. Timpanogos of the Spaniards. In the northwest, the R. de los Mongas and the
McKinley Branch form the headwaters of the Willamette River. Alaska is denoted as Russian Possessions. The British Possessions extend to the Columbia River
reflecting the British side of the Oregon Boundary Dispute. The map is surrounded in bold keyboard-style borders.
James Wyld was successor to William Faden, one of the luminaries of late eighteenth century publishing in England. Wyld maintained the high standard of graphic
and factual excellence that had been established by his predecessor and his maps are among the finest published in the early nineteenth century. Ref: Wheat [TMW]
#473. Minor toning in margins, else fine. (A)
$300-400
102. North America (Amerique Septentrionale), Levasseur, Atlas Universel Illustre, Paris, ca. 1845. 17 x 11.6”. (HC) This richly engraved map of North America shows
the United States’ claims into present-day Canada reflecting the Oregon boundary dispute. The Republic of Texas is shown, and Mexico’s northern border is drawn
according to the Treaty of 1819 (here misprinted as 1810). Russia is in control of Alaska. The map is surrounded by beautifully engraved scenes of North and Central
America including wildlife, a ship stranded in the polar sea and a Mayan temple.
The Oregon boundary dispute grew from competing interests in the Pacific Northwest between the United States and Britain, which had been jointly occupied since
the compromise agreed at the Anglo-American Convention of 1818. The region encompassed the territory west of the Continental Divide, north of the 42nd parallel
north, and south of the parallel 54 40’ north. Known as the Columbia District in Britain, the region was a fur-trading division of the Hudson’s Bay Company. Referred to as Oregon Territory in the United States, it became the focus the expansionary sentiment that dominated American politics in the middle of the 19th century.
These expansionist desires were expressed by James Polk’s famous presidential campaign slogan, “Fifty-four Forty or Fight!” The slogan also became a rally cry for
Americans desiring to settle the territory. Following Polk’s election, the dispute was resolved by the 1846 Treaty of Oregon, which struck a compromise that fixed
the U.S./Canadian boundary at the 49th parallel. (A)
$250-325
103. North America (Map Illustrating the Extermination of the American Bison Prepared by W.T. Hornaday), Smithsonian Institute, Annual Report of the Board of Regents
of the Smithsonian Institution, Washington D.C., [1889]. 17.4 x 22”. (PC) This poignant map was prepared by W.T. Hornaday for a report to the U.S. National
Museum, Smithsonian Institution. It traces in red the boundary of the area once inhabited by buffalo. The area outlined in blue and green reflects the tragic and
systematic destruction of these herds. The numbers in green represent the location and number of the wild buffalo in existence January 1, 1889. Barely 800 bison
were known to exist when this map was published. Complete with its historically important report, “The Extermination of the American Bison, with a Sketch of its
Discovery and Life History” contained in the original, full Annual Report of the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution for the Year Ending 1887, Part II,
1889. The text includes 21 plates and provides a historical context for the map. Octavo, 771pp. Hardbound in original government brown pebbled cloth, report and
plates, large folding map. Scarce to find the map and complete report together in original binding. Map is fine with strong color and impression with a short binding
trim tear. Covers with a little shelf wear and spine sunned. Contents tight. (A)
$180-240
104. Colonial North America and Caribbean (Carte du Mexique et de la Floride des Terres Angloises et des Isles Antilles du Cours et des Environs de la Riviere de Mississipi…), Delisle, Paris, 1703. 26 x 19”. (BW) This is the third edition of this important map that is credited with accurately showing the course of the Mississippi
River and its mouth for the first time. It was compiled partly from the reports of important French expeditions of La Salle, Bienville and Iberville. It is an attractive
map that includes much of the present-day United States, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. The map correctly shows the Great Lakes region, the English
settlements along the East Coast, and the early Spanish and Indian settlements in what are now Texas and New Mexico. The early native settlement of Checagou
(Chicago) is named on Lake Michigan, called Lac des Illinois after the native tribe. The name of Checagou refers to the wild garlic that grew abundantly there. The
map influenced later delineations of the Mississippi River by Seutter, Homann, Lotter and others for many years. The decorative cartouche was engraved by C.
Simmoneau. Dated 1703 and published circa 1708-1717 prior to Delisle’s appointment to Geographe du Roi in 1718. Ref: Cumming #137; Lemmon plt 16; Tooley
(Amer) #50, p. 23; Wheat pp 58-61; Schwartz & Ehrenberg pl. 82. Toned on centerfold, else very good. (B+)
$1700-2000
105. Colonial North America, Caribbean & Bermuda (Carte qui Contient une Description des Iles & Terres que les Anglois Possedent dans l’Amerique Septentrionale, et
en Particulier de la Jamaique, des Iles Barbades, de la Nouvelle Angleterre, des Barmudes, de la Caroline, de la Pensilvanie …), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 20.5 x 16”. (BW) A very interesting folio sheet containing seven maps inset into panels of French text. The largest map (9 x 5.7”) titled, “Carte
de la Jamaique Nouvelle...” shows the island in great detail and includes a large inset of the Gulf of Mexico and West Indies. The other maps illustrate Barbados,
Bermuda and the British colonies in North America (in four regional maps). Together these maps cover all of the regions colonized by the English at the early part
of the 18th century. Ref: McCorkle #719.3. There is an old paper repair on a short fold separation at bottom and hinge remnants on verso. (A)
$350-425
106. Colonial North America and Caribbean (Carte Contenant le Royaume du Mexique et la Floride, Dressez sur les Meilleures Observations & sur les Memoires les Plus
Nouveaux), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 20.4 x 15.8”. (HC) This is a derivative of Delisle’s landmark map of the southern part of North
America and the West Indies. The detailed map shows many English settlements along the East Coast and carefully notes the discoveries of D’Iberville along the Gulf
Coast and Mississippi River. The vast region, later known as Louisiana, from Florida through present-day Texas is shown as the French possession of Floride. There
is also a great amount of detail in Nouveau Mexique, particularly of the Spanish missions; Santa Fe, Taos, and Acoma. The bottom fold is separated just touching the
neat line. (A)
$550-700
107. Colonial North America and Caribbean (Regni Mexicani seu Novae Hispaniae, Ludovicianae, N. Angliae, Carolinae, Virginiae, et Pensylvaniae nec non Insularum
Archipelagi Mexicani in America Septentrionali Accurata Tabula…), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 22.3 x 18.6”. (HC) This superb map covers the region from
the Great Lakes and Nova Scotia through Central America, the Caribbean and Venezuela, and from New Mexico (naming Taos and Santa Fe) to the eastern seaboard.
The map is based largely on Delisle’s map of 1703 (Carte du Mexique et de la Floride), depicting the social, political, and economic outcomes from the War of the
Spanish Succession, also known as Queen Anne’s War. The British colonies are shown confined east of the Appalachians and extending south almost to St. Augustine,
deep into Spanish-claimed territory. The map itself is filled with settlement place names, Indian tribes and villages. In present-day Texas, Corpus Christi and El Paso
(el passo) are noted. Sea routes of treasure fleets from Vera Cruz and Cartagena to Havana and Spain are outlined. Richly embellished, a fine title cartouche depicts
two native figures with items to trade, such as hides and blankets. In the Atlantic, there is a large scene of extensive gold mining operations, with Indians bringing
their treasures to fill the Europeans’ chest. Off the Pacific coast of Mexico is yet another opulent engraving of a raging sea battle, reminiscent of the battles fought in
Queen Anne’s War. Ref: Van Ermen p.42; Cumming (SE) #137; Manasek #72; Martin & Martin #17; Ste.Claire #8; Portinaro #CXV Has some staining in the lower
quarters, and part of right-side margin has been trimmed to neat line and replaced. There is a repaired tear above ship at lower left, the Centerfold has been repaired,
and there are some edge tears with a variety of repairs on verso. (B)
$1000-1300
108. Colonial North America and Caribbean (Accurata delineatio celeberrimae Regionis Ludovicianae vel Gallice Louisiane ol Canadae et Floridae adpellatione in Septemtrionali America descripta quae hodie nomine fluminis Mississippi vel St. Louis…), Seutter, Augsburg, ca. 1740. 22.5 x 19.5”. (HC) This bold map of the eastern
part of North America focuses on the Mississippi River and the Great Lakes. Like many maps of the period, Labrador and Baffin Island are rather confused. A large
inset of the Gulf Coast shows many forts and Indian villages. The most interesting feature of the map is the elaborate title cartouche. It depicts an allegorical, satirical
scene of the infamous Mississippi Bubble investment scheme with a female personification of the Mississippi River pouring jewels and riches forth, while she is perched
precariously upon a bubble. Cherubs above the cartouche are issuing stock for the company, and another group is blowing bubbles in the foreground surrounded by
piles of worthless stocks. In the background, desperate investors climb a small tree and fling themselves out of it, and in the foreground more disconsolate investors
wail and bemoan their fates as one tries to impale himself on his sword. Above them, a cherub upends an empty money-bag. Ref: Portinaro & Knirsch #117. Nice
impression. There are a few tears along the border entering the image and a small internal tear which have been repaired with paper backing on verso. Minor soiling
primarily in the margins. (B)
$2300-3000
109. Western North America (Carte de la Californie et des Pays Nord-Ouest separes de l’Asie par le Detroit d’Anian…), Robert de Vaugondy, Paris, 1772. 14 x 12.5”.
(HC) Two contrasting maps, one inset into the other. The inset map is based on a world map by Plancius issued in 1641, while the larger map is based on Visscher’s
map of 1612. Other than a recognizable Baja California, the maps are filled with the cartographic myths of the 17th century. The northwest coast bulges too far to
the west. Both maps feature the seven cities of Cibola gathered around a spurious lake in the American Southwest. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #159; Wagner (NW) #632;
Pedley #473. Issued folded, now flat. Faint offsetting, else very good. (B+)
$200-250
110. Western North America (The North-West-Coast of North America and adjacent territories…), Burr, Greenhow’s Memoir of the North West Coast, New York, [1840].
21.38 x 16”. (BW) Greenhow, the translator and librarian to the Department of State, was a leading authority on the Northwest and a strong advocate for American
growth into that region. This map, despite the title, includes virtually all of the trans-Mississippi west. It extends from Russian Possessions in Alaska, south to
Acapulco, Mexico, east to Lake Michigan and west into the Pacific to include the Sandwich Islands. The Independent Republic of Texas shows S. Antonio de Bexar,
Austin and names Ft. Alamo, which is rarely called out on maps, including other editions of this map. Other editions show Washington as the capital of Texas, but the
town is not on this issue. Pre-Fremont geography is depicted in the West with the Great Basin labeled as the Great Sandy Plain with the Buenaventura R. originating
in the Swamp Lake and islands. The Snowy Mountains run east to west. The U.S. - Canadian boundary is not clearly defined, reflecting Greenhow’s advocacy of
American claims in the area, perhaps extending far in to the New Caledonia area of British Columbia. Locates Ashley’s Lake and the Lost and Inconstant Rivers.
The Buenaventura River flows into the Swamp Lakes & Is., with the Sacramento River flowing from it. With a large inset showing the North Pacific Ocean. Today’s
British Columbia is New Caledonia. A vignette shows the front and back of a medal struck at Boston in 1787 to commemorate the departure of ships Columbia and
Washington for an early exploration by the U.S. to the Pacific Northwest. Drawn by David H. Burr, this map was also published as Sen. Doc. 174, 26th. Cong, 1st
Sess. Ref: Phillips (M) p. 603; Wheat [TMW] #447. Issued folded, with light toning along folds. Backed with Japanese tissue to repair a 3” binding tear and support
folds. (C+)
$250-325
Canada
111. Canada (Conibas Regio cum Vicinis Gentibus), Wytfliet, Descriptionis Ptolemaicae Augmentum, Louvain, ca. 1597. 10.6 x 8.7”. (BW) Published in Wytfliet’s
important first atlas devoted to the New World, this fascinating map is cartographically important for a number of reasons. Despite the fact that it covers an area
virtually unknown to Europeans, it is the earliest map to focus on the central region of Canada and it is the earliest description of the Native American settlement of
Hochelaga, which would become Montreal. A large inland sea, Lago de Conibas, is variously considered to be the first description of Hudson Bay, the remnants of the
Verrazzano sea theory, a misplaced representation of the Great Lakes from indigenous sources, or is just entirely imaginary as are most of the rivers and place names
on the map. A cluster of cities labeled Septem Civitates is located in the lower portion of the map, a reference to the fabled Seven Cities of Cibola. This legend is
among the myths that lured Spaniards into the far reaches of northern New Spain in the 1500s. This is the third variant with an unnamed island at the entrance to the
inland sea and the city name, Higuater, above the 275 meridian at bottom. It was published in the third printing of 1597 and all subsequent editions through 1615.
Ref: Burden #100; Kershaw #39; Verner & Stubbs #18. A fine example with a sharp impression and wide original margins. (A+)
$950-1200
112. Canada (Extrema Americae Versus Boream, ubi Terra Nova Nova Francia, Adjacentiaq), Blaeu, Atlas Maior, Amsterdam, [1662]. 22.3 x 17.5”. (HC) This handsome map of the Canadian Maritimes is based on Samuel de Champlain’s great map of 1632, and augmented with place names from De Laet and Jansson. This is
Blaeu’s only map of Canada. It shows Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Labrador and the Davis and Hudson Straits as well as the southern tip
of Greenland and a portion of northern Maine. The elaborate cartouches symbolize the importance of the Grand Banks fisheries, which are boldly engraved on the
map. Only five editions of the Atlas Maior, containing this map, were published prior to the fire that destroyed the Blaeu printing house in 1672. Thus the map is
now quite scarce. Latin text on verso. Ref: Burden #371, Goss (Blaeu) p. 158; Kershaw #149 Wide margins and original hand color. Minor toning in blank margins.
(A)
$1900-2300
113. Halifax, Canada (A Plan of the Harbour of Chebucto and Town of Halifax), Gentlemen’s Magazine, London, [1750]. 10.7 x 8.8”. (BW) This very attractive and early
map of the town of Halifax and vicinity is commonly referred to as The Porcupine Map for its awkward depiction of a porcupine at lower right. The top of the map
is oriented to the west. It includes Bedford “formerly call’d Torrington Bay,” Cornwallis Island and a grid plan of Halifax with fortifications. The map is decorated
with coats of arms, the Ensign of Nova Scotia, a Musk Beetle and the Orange Underwing Tyger and White Admirable butterflies. The seven coats-of-arms are of
the baronets of Nova Scotia and include those of Pinkington, Pickering, Longueville, Musgrave, Meredith, Slingsby, and Gascoigne. Issued in the July 1750 issue
of Gentlemen’s Magazine. Kershaw attributes the map to Moses Harris due to his initials appearing in the vegetation below the title block. However, Jolly credits
Thomas Jefferys because the butterflies depicted were a part of a collection advertised in the associated article as being on display at Jefferys’ address in Caring Cross.
Ref: Jolly GENT-70; Kershaw #813; Sellers & Van Ee #450. Binding trim to neat line at lower right, else fine. (A)
$500-700
114. Canada ([Lot of 4 - Canada]), Bellin, Histoire General des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1750-1760. (HC)
1)Carte Reduite des Parties Septentrionales du Globe, Situees Entre l’Asie et l’Amerique, 1758, (14.7 x 8.3”). Very unusual chart that shows only the northeast coastline
of Canada with Baffin and Hudson Bay and the St. Laurence River. On the other side is the northeast coastline of Asia with the Kamchatka peninsula. In between
are a few small areas of coastline with notations concerning reported explorations, including those of Juan de Fuca, the Russian expeditions in 1728 and 1741, the
reported Sea of the West and the English quests for a Northwest Passage via the Hudson Bay. Ref: Kershaw #1115. Bottom margin is clipped at center.
2)Carte des Parties du Nord-Ouest de l’Amerique, 1753, (10.7 x 8.2”). Very nicely engraved chart that covers most of Hudson Bay. It locates Fort Prince of Wales and
Fort York, the Ottawa Islands (here the Bakers Dozen), the track of Henry Ellis in 1746, Repulse Bay and Buttons Bay. Middleton explored Wager Inlet, Repulse
Bay and the northern part of Roes Welcome in search of a Northwest Passage via Hudson Bay in 1746. Dated 1753, but published in 1759. At bottom left is “Tome
XV” and at bottom right “No. 6”. Ref: Kershaw #456. A condition.
3)Carte de la Baye de Hudson, 1757, (11.8 x 8.6”). This handsome chart of Hudson Bay and Labrador details mountains, coastal features, and numerous forts. There
is a note in French in the far northwest corner of the map explaining that the English had searched for a Northwest Passage in that region, but it did not exist. This
example closely matches La Harpe’s, but the plate is entirely re-engraved, according to Kershaw. The pedigree of these maps are complex with examples published
by Prevost, La Harpe, Harrevelt, and Raynal. At lower left is “Tom XIV. in 4o No. 14” and at lower right “Tome 14. in 8o. Page 191.”
Ref: Kershaw #461.
4)Suite du Cours du Fleuve de St. Laurent, 1757, (11.3 x 7.5”). A detailed map of the region between Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River to Quebec. The map
extends to Lake Champlain and Lake George, as well as Lake Nepessing in Michigan, with numerous portages named on the interconnecting waterways. Locates
Montreal. There are a number of forts named, including Ft. Toronto, Ft. Oswego, and Ft. Georges. A rococo-style title cartouche encloses the distance scale. At
lower left: “Tom XIV” and lower right “No. 17”. Ref: Kershaw #631. (A)
$400-600
115. Montreal, Canada ([Lot of 2] A Plan of the Town and Fortifications of Montreal, or Ville Marie in Canada [and] Plan of the town and Fortifications of Montreal or
Ville Marie in Canada in 1758), Anon., London, [1758-1839]. 7.5 x 4.5”. (BW) A) A Plan of the Town and Fortifications of Montreal, or Ville Marie in Canada,
from the Grand Magazine of Magazines. This rare and detailed plan of Montreal is taken from Jefferys map of 1758. It delineates the small town built between the
St. Laurence on one side and steep cliffs on the other. The surrounding fortifications, individual buildings and streets are noted, as are the cultivated fields above the
cliffs. Many buildings are keyed A-Y and relate to the article The Importance of Montreal in the December 1758 issue. The map was engraved by B. Cole. Ref: Jolly
GMOM-14. (A+)
B) Plan of the town and Fortifications of Montreal or Ville Marie in Canada in 1758, published in the Hecla Depicta: The Early History and Present State…of Montreal,
1839. It very similar to the map published in the Universal Magazine in 1759, except the cartouche has moved to the upper right and “in 1758” added to title. Another
difference is the key, which here lists only five places/buildings compared to the Universal Magazine edition that has over 20 listed. Below the neatline is “Montreal
Published by W. Greig, and Engraved by P. Christie from a Plan Published by Thos. Jefferys, Geographer to his Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. Jan. 1758.” No
engraver attribution given. A uncommon Canadian historical edition published in Montreal. Issued folding, now flattened. Full margins and nice impression (A).
(A)
$200-250
116. Eastern Canada (A Chart of the Part of the Coast of Labradore, from the Straights of Bell Isle, to Cape Bluff), Jefferys, London, 1770. 18 x 21.5”. (BW) This
handsome chart shows the Labrador coast from Cape Bluff south to the North Entrance of the Straights of Bell Isle. It depicts numerous harbors, bays and inlets with
soundings and navigational hazards along the coastline. Two inset charts in lower left show Petty Harbour and the three harbors of Sophia, Charlotte and Mecklenburg.
A large compass rose and rhumb lines orient the chart. This coastline was surveyed by Joseph Gilbert in 1767. Published by Sayer and Bennett. A few minor paper
flaws and light toning. Fold separation confined to left margin. (B+)
$200-250
117. Canada and Greenland (Partie de l’Amerique Septentrionale, qui comprend le Canada, la Louisiane, le Labrador, le Groenland, la Nouvelle Angleterre, la Floride
&c.), Bonne/Lattre, Atlas Moderne ou collection de Cartes sur toutes les Parties du Globe Terrestre, Paris, 1776. 17 x 11.7”. (HC) This interesting map covers eastern
Canada and Greenland from the bottom of Hudson Bay, northward beyond the Arctic Circle to about 70 N. Latitude. It illustrates the French and English searches
for the long-sought Northwest Passage to the rich trading markets of Asia. By the late 18th century the search was primarily concentrated in the extensive network of
lakes and rivers that meandered through Canada. The link shown between Lake Winnipeg (Lac Ouinipigon) and Hudson Bay reflects some of the French exploration.
There are several notations concerning British explorations in Hudson and Baffin Bay. A red dotted line encircles the Hudson Bay indicating the lands claimed by the
Hudson Bay Company. There are many forts and native tribes noted. The map is decorated with a large title cartouche. This is the top sheet of a two-part map, but
has full borders and stands on its own without the other sheet. Second state of the map with the addition of Theatre de la Guerre en Amerique at the top and a date of
1776. Ref: Kershaw #474. Nice impression and original outline color with faint toning along the centerfold. (B+)
$240-325
118. Canada (British America Comprehending Canada Labrador Newfoundland Nova Scotia &c.), Charles, Dublin, 1814. 15 x 13”. (HC) Scarce Irish-produced map of
Canada that extends from Greenland across the continent to Great Slave Lake (here called Arathapescow Lake) north of today’s Alberta. Delineates the lands of the
Copper, Dog Ribb’d, and Northern Indians. Shows a small portion of coastline far to the north on the Beaufort Sea at the delta of the Copper River. Good detail of
the river and lake systems from Great Slave to the Great Lakes and the St. Laurence River. The Mississippi River’s source lies just south of Lake Winnipeg. Locates
the Great Bank and numerous smaller fishing banks. Extends to name Pennsylvania, New York and New England. Publishers’ imprint “J. Charles, 57 Mary Street
Dublin 1814.” Dark early impression, printed on watermarked paper, “W. Pickering & Co. 1814.” Issued folding, now pressed. One fold split enters map 1” at bottom, well closed on verso with paper. (B+)
$200-275
119. Canada ([Lot of 5 - Maritime Provinces]), Lizars, McGregor’s British America, Edinburgh, [1832]. (BW) Collection of maps all precisely engraved by Lizars. Each
is approximately 7” x 4.5” except as noted.
1. Chart exhibiting the British Possession in North America, The Atlantic, British Isles & Co…Trans-Atlantic Steam Navigation, 15” x 6.5”. This folding map is
centered on the North Atlantic and the Azores and shows the routes between England and Ireland to Newfoundland and Nova Scotia. A slight amount of offsetting
and a lazy fold with crease. (B+)
2. Map of Prince Edward Island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence…. Very detailed considering its size. (A)
3. Map of New Foundland…. McCormick’s track is traced from Clode Sound to Cape Anguille. (A)
4. Map of Cape Breton…. Good detail of settlements and the early road network. (A)
5. Plan of the Harbour of Louisburg…. Shows the fortified town with 15 important buildings named and keyed to the plan. (A) See individual descriptions.
$90-120
120. Canada (British America), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1851. 12.8 x 10.2”. (HC) This decorative map is surrounded in
a delicately engraved border and further embellished with six vignettes. The area mapped extends to show all of today’s Canada and Alaska, here called Russian
America. In Canada, at least 23 districts are outlined. Dots indicate the numerous forts and principal stations of the Hudson’s Bay Company. This edition includes a
bird’s-eye view of Montreal, a seal, whale fishing, Eskimo (here called Esquimaux), polar bears, and a nautical scene showing the ships Fury and Hecla, which made
expeditions to the Arctic in search of the Northwest Passage under William Edward Parry. The illustrations are by H. Warren and engraved by R. Wallis; the map is
drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin. Original outline color. Minor toning in margins. (A)
$160-200
121. Canada (A Chart of the River St. Laurence, as High as Quebec), Anon., Grand Magazine of Magazines, London, [1858]. 7.5 x 4.5”. (BW) This rare map of the
St. Laurence includes a fine Plan of Quebec showing limited fortifications, individual buildings and streets. Published in the October 1758 issue of the rare Grand
Magazine of Magazines. The first issue was in July 1758 and the publication ceased with the November 1759 issue. A rarely seen map with no prior sales records
located. Ref: Jolly GMOM-9. Fine example with dark, early impression on thick paper. With a tiny hole or paper flaw in upper neatline and some text offsetting.
(B+)
$150-200
122. Canada ([Lot of 2] Karte von Britisch-Columbia... [and] Die Kuste von Labrador…), Petermann, Petermann’s Geographische Mittheilungen, 1858-1861. Karte von
Britisch-Columbia (Fruher: New-Caledonia), Vancouver I., und dem Nordlichen Theil von Washington Territorium, dated 1858, printed color, (13.5 x 9.7”). This map
of British Columbia, formerly known as New Caledonia, features Vancouver Island, Queen Charlotte Island, and the northern part of Washington Territory. An inset
map of Ireland is drawn to scale with the larger map and is meant to be used for size comparison. The map includes two distance scales and a key to abbreviations.
Condition: Two minute pinholes in border along 125th longitude, otherwise fine. Issued folding.
Die Kuste von Labrador, dated 1861, original hand color, (7.4 x 9.8”). This detailed map of the coast of Labrador includes five drawings of the topography in the area
as well as an enlarged inset of Aulezavick Island. The inscription after the title indicates that the map is based on the most current English recordings of missionary
explorations and the handwritten communications from Oscar Montgomery Lieber, a geologist with the American expedition to Aulezavick Island in 1860, who was
previously a geologist from South Carolina. See description. (A+)
$160-190
123. Canada (The Canadian Dominion Survey, with Distances. A New Railway, Post-Office, Township and Precinct Map of Ontario and Quebec), 1899. 39 x 33.5”. (PC)
A scarce and colorful map that contains a remarkable amount of information. Two large insets detail the western and eastern portions. A third inset is the “Dominion
of Canada Newfoundland.” Index to cities and towns at left, table gives of distances from Toronto and Montreal. Blank verso. The decorative title cartouche has
fancy Victorian-style lettering and several flourishes and graphic patterns. Published by the Dominion Publishing Company, Hamilton, Ontario. Folds into green
cloth boards (4” x 6.8”) with gilt title “Dominion Publishing Company’s New Map of Ontario and Quebec, Showing Railroads, Post Offices, Distances, Townships
and Parish Lines.” A scarce Canadian produced pocket map. The map itself, including color and impression are fine, but there are a number of fold intersection splits
due to the size and type of paper used. (B)
$200-400
Canada & United States
124. Colonial United States and Canada (Tierra Nueva), Ruscelli, La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Allessadrino…, Venice, ca. 1574. 9.5 x 7”. (BW) This important
early map devoted to the East Coast of North America is based on Giacomo Gastaldi’s map of 1548, which combined data from the Verrazano and Cartier voyages.
The cartography is unchanged, with the exception of the depiction of the Hudson and St. Lawrence Rivers (unnamed), which are shown connected upriver, a notion
he borrowed from Ramusio. Bermuda is named off the Florida coast as La Bremuda. Engraved on copper by Giulio and Livio Sanuto in the unmistakable Italian
style. This is the second state, Italian text on verso. Ref: Burden #30; Kershaw #18a; McCorkle #561.2. Mild creasing and offsetting in the upper fold with darker
than usual printer’s ink residue in the map. (B+)
$1000-1300
125. Colonial United States and Canada (Carte du Canada ou de la Nouvelle France et des Descouvertes qui y ont ete faites Dresse…), Delisle, Paris, ca. 1718. 25 x
19”. (BW) First issued in 1703, this richly detailed map provides the most accurate rendering of the Great Lakes of the time, with the lakes fully enclosed and
properly placed in longitude and latitude. Delisle’s map of Canada and the Great Lakes is one of the most outstanding and influential maps of the eighteenth century.
The Great Lakes are portrayed correctly for the first time, and Detroit marks it’s debut on this map, only two years after its founding. Delisle’s cartography is very
meticulous and adds new information from Joliet, Franquelin, and the Jesuit explorers. It correctly positions the Ohio River but confuses its name with the Wabash
River. West of the Mississippi Lahontan’s fictitious Riviere Longue is prominently depicted. In Canada special attention is given to the rivers and lakes between
Hudson Bay and the St. Lawrence, and Lac de Assenipoils (lake Winnipeg) connects to Hudson Bay. Sanson’s three islands of the Arctic are retained. Exquisite
cartouche with a beaver, natives (one of whom is bearing a scalp), priest and friars, engraved by Guerard. The map remains unchanged from the first edition with
et Premier Geographe du Roy added to Delisle imprint. Ref: Karpinski p. 118 & 123, Kershaw #312; Tooley (Amer) p. 20 #38 & plt. 10; A nice impression with
some faint offsetting, else fine. (A)
$1800-2100
126. Colonial United States & Canada (Dominia Anglorum in America Septentrionali), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, ca. 1740. 21.8 x 19.6”. (HC) Great sheet consisting
of four separate maps: Virginia und Maryland; Carolina nebsteinem Theil von Florida; New Engelland, New York, New Yersey und Pensilvania; and New Foundland, od. Terra Nova, S. Laurentii Bay, die Fisch-Bank, Acadia, nebst einem Theil New Schotland. Each map details the British possessions in North America, with
roads, forts, towns, coastal shoals. Text panel at bottom. German title at right, Die Gros-Britannische Colonie-Laender in Nord America. Ref: Cumming (SE)
#223; McCorkle #740.1; Portinaro & Knirsch #63; Sellers & Van Ee #83. Tiny pinhole near centerfold. A few words from the lower legend are missing. Centerfold
reinforced with tissue. (B+)
$600-800
127. Colonial United States and Canada (Karte von dem Ostlichen-Stucke von Neu Frankreich oder Canada), Bellin, Paris, 1744. 21.8 x 15.8”. (HC) This is the German
edition of Bellin’s map , under appreciated map of the colonies published by Tirion. It was originally published for Charlevoix’ Journal Historique d’un Voyage fait
par Ordre du Roi dans l’Amerique Septentrionale. The map covers the eastern seaboard from Boston (Baston) through Newfoundland to the coast of Labrador. It
provides excellent detail of the mouth of the St. Lawrence, the length of the river, the Maritime provinces and particularly the French claims in the region. It is a fine
example of Bellin’s engraving style and the extent of French exploration in the region. Bellin’s definitive map of Eastern Canada and Newfoundland was copied by
numerous cartographers in the 18th century. Plate and page number in the top and bottom margin. Ref: cf Kershaw #686; McCorkle #744.3. Issued folded, now
flat with the binding trim extended at lower left side to better accommodate framing. (A+)
$400-500
128. Colonial United States and Canada (Partie de l’Amerique Septent? Qui comprend la Nouvelle France ou le Canada), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris,
1755. 23.8 x 19”. (HC) This is a handsome map of Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, and the entire course of the St. Lawrence River. The most prominent feature of
the map is the very large inset of the 1744 Bellin version of the Great Lakes. The wonderful cartouche features the title on a blanket draped over a wooden canoe,
which appears to be getting threatened by a fierce beaver. This is the second state of the map. Ref: Kershaw #355; Pedley #459; Sellers and Van Ee #61. A few
minor stains in the lower portion of the image, else very good. (B+)
$600-700
129. Colonial United States and Canada (A Map of the British and French Settlements in North America), Lodge, Gentleman’s Magazine, London, ca. 1755. 15.5 x 11”.
(HC) This is the first of several similar maps illustrating the French/British conflict in North America. It was issued just before the French and Indian War was officially
declared and depicts, by hachure, the French encroachment into British claimed territory. Earl Granville’s Property is shown in North Carolina and extending to the
western-most edge of the map, which is about the 100th Meridian. Several treaty lines are shown in addition to British and French forts and numerous Indian tribes.
Decorative title cartouche and lengthy description of the history of the colonies enhance the map. Published in the July 1755 issue. Ref: Jolly GENT-91; McCorkle
#755.24. Full color and nice impression. There is some minor offsetting, especially above the title cartouche. Issued folded and now flat. (B+)
$350-450
130. Colonial United States and Canada (A New Map of North America from the Latest Discoveries), Spilsbury, Smollett’s Continuation of the Complete History of
England, London, 1761. 14.75 x 10.9”. (BW) A fine map noting the colonial possessions in North America eastward from Texas to the Atlantic coast. It shows early
settlements, forts, Indian villages and tribal territory. The colonies have boundaries extending past the map’s western border. Various treaty and charter boundaries
are shown. Earl Granville’s Property stretches from the Atlantic west to beyond the Mississippi River. In Florida, a line from Fort St. George to St. Mark delineates
the Limits Stipulated in 1738 and below, nearly to Cape Canaveral, are the Bounds of Carolina by Charter of 1665. The fishing banks off Canada are prominently
outlined. The map is enhanced by a delicate title cartouche and fancy compass rose. This is the uncommon first state, not the 1763 edition from the London Magazine.
Ref: McCorkle #761-3; Sellers & Van Ee #89. Bright, early impression. Professionally backed with closed 3” tear from left side, otherwise a beautiful example. Two
large watermarks, one an elaborate production in a large circular border. (B+)
$300-375
131. Colonial United States and Canada (A Map of North America from the Latest Surveys and Maps), Blair, Chronology and History of the World, ca. 1768. 22.5 x 16.4”.
(BW) Superb map of the continent published during the transitional period leading up to the American Revolution. The map shows much of the region controlled
by the British after the French and Indian War. Several of the colonial charters extend to an indeterminate western boundary. The charter and dates are noted along
the colonial boundaries, which extend through Louisiana, a Spanish possession at the time. Another conflicting boundary is New Mexico’s eastern line, which travels
north along the R. Mexicano (Sabine River) before turning northwest where it intersects with Virginia and Carolina’s border. This map, finely engraved by Thomas
Kitchin, shows a good amount of detail regarding topography and watershed, Indian lands, settlements, fishing banks, and more. Ref: McCorkle #768.2. Lightly
toned with a short tear in the right margin, not affecting map. (A)
$850-1000
132. Colonial United States and Canada (Carte Nouvelle des Possessions Angloises en Amerique Dressee pour l’Intelligence de la Guerre Presente et Divisee Suivant les
Pretentions des Anglois…), Moithey, Paris, 1777. 27.2 x 19.2”. (HC) This scarce Revolutionary War map of the British Colonies was intended to provide the French
public with geographical and historical information on the war in which they were involved. The map is filled with historical, topographical and military notes on the
area. A large inset map titled Carte de l’Ocean Occidental shows the various Atlantic Trading Routes from France and Spain to the new world from Brest, Nantes,
Rochefort, Lisbon and Cadiz. The map also features details regarding Indian territories and Colonial settlements, as well as a decorative cartouche. The map credits
Thomas Jefferys, geographer to the Prince of Wales. Ref: Sellers and Van Ee #155; McCorkle #777.10 Issued folding, but now pressed, with expert paper restoration
at fold intersections with 1” of neatline at left in skilled facsimile. (B+)
$2400-3000
133. Colonial United States and Canada (L’Acadia, le Provincie di Sagadahook e Main, la Nuova Hampshire, la Rhode Island, e Parte di Massachusset e Connecticut),
Zatta, Atlante Novissimo…, Venice, [1778]. 16.5 x 12.6”. (HC) This great regional map covers New England and Nova Scotia and details the early settlements and
roads with the adjacent fishing banks. It includes Cape Cod, Boston, Newport, New London, Portsmouth, and much more. Delineates the roads along the coast and
westward from Concord. Provides excellent detail in Acadia and of the adjacent fishing banks. Towns, villages, roads, trails, and watershed topography were drawn
from the earliest available English and indigenous surveys. This map is one sheet of the Italian version of Mitchell’s seminal map of the British Dominions in North
America that Zatta issued in 12 sections with the whole titled “Le Colonie Unite dell’ America Settentrle.” The map was also included in the Italian edition of Abbe
Raynal’s “Storia dell’ America Settentrionale.” Ref: Kershaw #796; McCorkle #778.8; Portinaro & Knirsch #148; Sellers and Van Ee #163. Nice dark impression.
A few small stains near the centerfold and the blank margins, else very good. (B+)
$300-400
134. Canada & United States (A Map of the Northern and Middle States; Comprehending the Western Territory and the British Dominions in North America from the Best
Authorities), Stockdale, Morse’s American Universal Geography, London, [1793]. 15.8 x 12.8”. (BW) This uncommon and information-packed map describes the
region from James Bay to Chesapeake Bay and the confluence of the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, and from the Lake of the Woods to the Gulf of St. Lawrence. An
explanation of the various symbols used in the map are displayed in the form of an open book in the upper left corner. Several of the districts and states are shown
with distorted borders, but the most interesting feature of the map are the numerous Bounty Land Grants shown in the western frontier. Published in the Boston edition
by Thomas and Andrews. Ref: McCorkle #789.6; Kershaw #386; Sellers & Van Ee #194; Wheat & Brun #153. A few spots mostly in lower left and in cartouche.
Issued folding, the map has a little weakness along the main fold with archival tape on verso at fold intersections, and a 2” insertion tear at edge closed on verso. The
binding trim has been neatly replaced. The map shows better than this description suggests. (B)
$500-650
135. Canada & United States (A New and Correct Map of the British Colonies in North America Comprehending Eastern Canada with the Province of Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and the Government of Newfoundland: with the Adjacent States of New England, Vermont, New York…), Laurie & Whittle, A New and Elegant
Imperial Sheet Atlas, London, 1794. 26.4 x 18.6”. (HC) This detailed map includes eastern Canada with Quebec, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland
together with New England, New York, New Jersey and parts of Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware. The great fishing banks are graphically depicted. There are
numerous interesting notations throughout, e.g., “This vast Tract of Land, which is the Ancient Couchsachrage one of the Four Beaver-Hunting Countries of the Six
Nations, is not yet Surveyed” and “Col. Arnold’s Rout [sic] in 1775” referring to Benedict Arnold’s winter campaign at the start of the American Revolution. The title
cartouche is surmounted by a beaver. Ref: Stevens & Tree #65-c. Some repairs on the fold and damp stains in the image. There is also soiling on the right portion
on the verso. (B)
$600-750
136. Canada & United States, Great Lakes (Charte der neuen Niederlassungen in Ober Canada nach der Smythschen Charte), I.C.M.R., Allgeneine Geographische Ephemeriden, Weimar, 1800. 12.5 x 7.5”. (BW) This is a reduced version of David William Smyth’s map of Ontario that provides excellent detail of the area around
the Lakes Ontario, Erie and Huron, and shows townships in upper New York state and Canada. David William Smyth was Canada’s first Surveyor General. Folded
as issued with very faint toning, still very good. (A)
$200-250
137. Canada & United States (Carte des Etats-Unis d’Amerique…), Lapie, Paris, 1832. 21.2 x 15.4”. (HC) This is a map covering both the United States and Canada;
the western parts of which are largely still the domain of several Indian nations. The United States’ claims in the Pacific Northwest are shown with the District de la
Columbia extending well into present-day British Columbia. The cartography in the west is primarily taken from the explorations of Lewis and Clark. The Missouri
territory occupies all of the Midwest. Two large lakes in today’s Utah drain via rivers to the Pacific, as defined by dotted lines. The Colorado River ends in the desert
east of San Diego. This interesting map was published by Colonel Pierre Lapie (1777-1850) and his son Alexandre Emile, who was the Royal Geographer to the King
in Paris. The map was engraved by Lallemand. Lapie’s embossed atlas stamp is to the right of the title in an unengraved area of the map. Minor toning and foxing in
the margin. Small tear in the upper margin which would be easily repaired. (B+)
$375-475
138. Canada & United States (Lower Canada, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edwards Id. Newfoundland, and a large portion of the United States), Arrowsmith,
London, 1842. 19 x 23.6”. (HC) Map from the Gulf of St. Lawrence to Cape Cod. Includes the provinces of Nova Scotia, Prince Edwards Island, New Brunswick
and a portion of Quebec and New England. There is also a large inset of Newfoundland. Each of the provinces and states have individual colors with nice detail of
towns, rivers and railroads. In northern Maine and Quebec, the boundary claims for the United States and Britain have also been drawn in, along with the settled
border. After years of dispute, both sides agreed to an arbiter and William I, King of the Netherlands, drew the final line in 1842. Nice example. Faint toning along
fold and slight separation, but limited to blank margin. (A)
$200-250
139. Canada & New England (Map of the Various Lines between the United States and the British Provinces), Graham, Mr. Webster’s Vindication of the Treaty of Washington in 1842…, Washington D.C., 1846. 15.5 x 11.8”. (HC) The finely engraved map shows the disputed borders and border treaties between the United States
and Canada. The map is centered on Maine and includes parts of the surrounding New Brunswick, New Hampshire, Vermont and New York. Hand coloring identifies
the Boundary Established by the Treaty of Washington of 1842; Line by award of the King of the Netherlands; and Line claimed by the U.S. under the Treaty of 1783.
Also shows the true Meridian Traced by Major Graham. This is an edition we’ve not previously encountered that moves the title slightly to the right with a new line
below concerning the Highlands in Maine. To the left is added an inset map showing detail of the Canadian/US boundary at the outlet of Lake Champlain. This map,
“Rouse’s Point and its vicinity on Lake Champlain Shewing the positions selected for the Fortifications” (4” x 6”), shows a massive “site of proposed fortification”
on the New York side and a fort on an un-named spit of land later called Island Point. This un-named fort is the infamous Fort Blunder that was built on an unstable
foundation and abandoned uncompleted after two years of construction at a cost of approx. $200,000. Originally thought to be south of the 45th degree of latitude,
a later survey found it to be about two-thirds of a mile north of the border (clearly seen on the inset map). As seen on the inset map, the Treaty of 1842 moved the
boundary about one-half mile north of the fort. The proposed fort was eventually built and called Fort Montgomery, with part of its massive walls still remaining
today.
The map is still bound in the original 64-page report, “Mr. Webster’s Vindication of the Treaty of Washington in 1842… In 1838 Canadian lumberjacks illegally
entered the United States to cut timber in the Aroostook region during the winter months. They seized the American land agent dispatched to expel them, thus starting the Aroostook War. After Maine dispatched 10,000 troops to confront the Canadians, President van Buren sent General Winfield Scott to the “war” zone. Scott
arranged an agreement between officials of Maine and New Brunswick that averted any actual fighting. The dispute was settled in 1842 by the Webster-Ashburton
Treaty, also known as the Treaty of Washington as it is named on this map. Political opponents later accused Daniel Webster, the lead negotiator, of giving too much
land to the British. This report is Webster’s answer to these criticisms and it is an excellent summary on the negotiations with extensive references to correspondence.
The map is sound with some scattered foxing and a tiny insertion tear in the border. The disbound report has a little light text offsetting in some areas, but is generally
clean with no physical flaws. (B+)
$400-600
140. United States and Canada (Official Railroad map of the United States and Canada), Rand McNally & Co., Chicago, 1885. 42.5 x 26.8”. (PC) This very large, colorful
folding map features terrific railroad detail along with wagon roads, watershed, cities and villages, and much more. While covering mainly the United States is shows
the Canadian Pacific Railway through the southern part of Canada. It includes an inset, “Map of Atlantic Coast States Engraved on a Large Scale,” plus individual
city plans of Boston, Cincinnati, New York, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Chicago, Buffalo & Niagara Falls, and Washington. The map is attached at the rear of the original
report: “Mr. Aldrich, from the Committee on Transportation Routes to the Seaboard…” The 43 pp. report is dated March 3, 1885 and contains extensive information
on shipments in the Untied States to include all forms of commerce. Hardbound in original presentation marbled paper boards with quarter leather. Red leather label
on cover with fancy tooling and gilt title. Rare to find this map with the Senate report. The Modelski reference is a similar map with nearly identical title, issued six
years later. The map is fine except for a nearly invisible, small puncture in Indian Territory that is closed on the blank verso and clean tear in lower margin well away
from map, closed on verso. The report and covers are also very good with only a small amount of wear at spine edge. (A)
$140-180
141. Canada & United States, Detroit ([Lot of 4 - Pocket Maps of Canada and Detroit]), ca. 1902-1920. (PC)
1. Map of the Border Cities of Windsor, Walkerville, Ford City, Sandwich and Ojibway Canada, 28” x 12.5”, circa 1920. This is a handsome real estate speculation
map showing Detroit and the area across the river. Ojibway was intended to become a major steel center after U.S. Steel purchased a large plot of land. Unfortunately for the speculators, the project was ultimately abandoned. It uses red over printing to show proposed subdivisions. Across the top and at right are images of
preliminary construction at the plant plus top center is a beautiful home that is “to be built by Steel Corporation.” Below is a promotional article with illustrations
titled the “Growth of Gary, Indiana.” On the verso is a large plat of the proposed new community “Ojibway Today and Tomorrow,” which includes more marketing
hype about the future, calling the area the “Gary of Canada.” With side panels “Now - While the City is in the Making is the Time to Buy in Ojibway” and “Merger
of Border Cities Practically a Certainty.” This pocket map folds into original yellow paper covers with “Compliments of Fred Martin, Realtor 401 Farwell Building,
Detroit.” In case the hapless reader missed the point, Fred ends with “Fortunes Were Made at Gary Indiana, Fortunes Will be Made at Ojibway.” Surprisingly, a
quick Google search located no record of Fred being strangled by an angry investor. Very fine condition (A+).
2. Plan of the City of Toronto, W.S. Johnston & Co., Toronto, circa 1910, 10” x 21”. Advertising map, “Compliments of Holt, Renfrew & Co.,” is handsomely printed
in yellow, green, brown and black. Advertisement at upper left is a photo of the storefront for Holt, Renfrew & Company, “Furriers to Her Majesty the Queen.”
Street index on verso with a second, decorative advert for Holt, Renfrew. Folds into tan paper covers (3.6” x 6”) green lettering. Short tear at paste-down side,
still very good. (A)
3. Ontario, Rand, McNally, Chicago, 1902, 26.6” x 19”. This highly detailed map is filled with information. Red overprinted table identifies 22 railroads. Four inset
maps: Western Portion of Ontario; Toronto and Environs; Ottawa and Environs; River St. Mary and Environs. The map has an index of Chief Cities at left and a
blank verso. Folds into tan paper covers (4” x 6.6”) with the title, “Rand, McNally & Co’s Index Pocket Map and Shipper Guide of Ontario…” The 42 pp Shipper
guide includes advertisements. The map is fine, but covers split cleanly at spine. (A)
4. New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island (The Maritime Provinces of Canada), Rand, McNally, Chicago, 1906, 19” x 13.5”. Another highly detailed
pocket map by the Rand, McNally company. Index to Chief Cities along bottom. Blank verso. Folds into tan paper covers (4” x 6.6”) with the title, “Rand, McNally
& Co’s Index Pocket Map and Shipper Guide of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island…” 20 pp booklet. The map, cover and booklet are fine
(A+). See individual descriptions.
$120-200
142. Canada & United States ([Lot of 10 - American Cities]), ca. 1839-1856. (BW) Lot of 10 beautifully rendered steel engravings. Includes engravings from Picturesque
America and one from a similar British publication: City of Louisville; City of Baltimore ( From Druid Hill Park); City of Cleveland From Resevoir Walk; City of
Milwaukee; City of Buffalo; The City of Detroit (From Canada Shore); City of Cincinnati; City of Providence From Prospect Hill; New York Bay From the Telegraph
Station; and Quebec. Size varies from 6.5 x 4.25” to 10 x 5.5”. Overall collection ranges from very good to fine, although City of Cleveland engraving has small
stain along top border of image. (A)
$150-180
143. Western Canada & United States (Charte von der Nordwestkuste Americas nach Vancouver), Anon., ca. 1804. 8.1 x 10”. (BW) Nice map of the Pacific coast
stretching from present-day San Francisco north to Anchorage, Alaska. There is extensive detail of the coastline naming Vancouver Island, Prince William Sound
and Kodiak Island. There is also a numbered key to the left of the image naming 24 different points of interest. Published by Weimar Geographisches Institut. Fine
impression. There is faint toning and a few minor spots, else very good. Issued folded. (B+)
$150-180
144. Western Canada & United States (Map of the Oregon Territory by the U.S. Ex. Ex.), Wilkes, Narrative of the United States Exploring Expedition…, Washington
D.C., 1841. 34.5 x 22.8”. (BW) An important map that Wheat says is “really quite extraordinary” and in many respects was the most detailed yet published. The
map covers the entire region west from the Black Hills, north to above the 50th parallel and south to the Sacramento River. The United States Exploring Expedition
did not enter the Great Basin or any part of the Snake River basin. Instead Wilkes relied on other sources including Jedediah Smith and oral information from Hudson Bay trappers he met on the Columbia River. Although the map contains several errors, the areas of today’s Oregon, Washington and Idaho are remarkably well
mapped. According the Wheat the map had much influence on later maps of this region. It was a major contribution to American cartography and the most detailed
map of the region north of the Sacramento River. Wilkes supported the view of Senator Lewis Linn that the boundary of the American claim should be 54 40’ N,
commonly referred to as “Fifty-Four Forty or Fight” dispute with Britain. This map was used to support his claim, which was based on ‘topographical’ grounds and
was instrumental in setting the scene for American interests in the territory. Large inset of the Columbia River from Ft. Walla Walla to its mouth, where one of Wilkes’
ships, the “Peacock”, was lost on the famous Columbia Bar. This map is considered one of the more important maps of the Northwest region after the Lewis & Clark
expedition. On two sheets joined as issued. Ref: Wheat (TMW) 457 The map and paper are remarkably sound for a large folding map. There is some minor toning
and offsetting with a few fold intersections reinforced with archival tape on verso. (B+)
$1500-2000
145. Canada and Alaska (British Colonies in North America from the best authorities), Russell, London, ca. 1810. 9 x 7.6”. (HC) This very finely engraved map shows
all of Canada and Alaska. The western reaches are blank but along the coast are labeled New Cornwall, New Hanover and New Georgia. In the far north of Yukon
is the notation “The Sea seen by Mr. McKenzie in 1789” and further east another says “The Sea seen by Mr. Hearn in 1771.” locates the Copper Indians and the
Coppermine River. The entire northern coast is blank. The map hints at a Northwest Passage with a complex network of rivers, the key connection is delineated by
dotted line. In Alaska the Aleutian chain is Alyaska and the chart locates Cook’s River, Prince Williams Sound, Mt. Elias, Bristol Bay, and Norton Sound. Kodiak
Island is I. Kichtac. Ref: Kershaw reference?? A little light toning or water staining along lower margin, else fine. (A)
$140-180
146. Northwestern Canada & United States (Map of the Oregon Territory from the Best Authorities), Wilkes, Astoria or Anecdotes of an Enterprise beyond the Rocky
Mountains, 1849. 13.2 x 8.3”. (BW) This is the reduced edition of Wilkes’ map that was a major contribution to American cartography and the most detailed map
of the region north of the Sacramento River. It provided Americans with an accurate view of an area still virtually unknown in the mid-nineteenth century. Wilkes
supported the view of Senator Lewis Linn that the northwest boundary of America should be 54 40’ North, the famous 54-40 or Fight controversy. This map was
used to illustrate that his claim was based on ‘topographical’ grounds and was instrumental in setting the scene for American interests in the territory. The map covers
the region from Fraser’s Fort and Fort St. James in British Columbia south to the upper Sacramento River, and from the Pacific coast to the Black Hills east of the
Rocky Mountains. The map provides excellent detail of the region including dozens of forts, watershed and other place names. A large inset map “Columbia River
Reduced from a survey made by the U.S. ex. Ex. 1841” depicts the river from Ft. Walla Walla to its mouth, where one of Wilkes’ ships, the Peacock, was lost on the
infamous Columbia Bar. It also features details of missions, Indian villages, and the major mountains. North is oriented to the left. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #655; Hayes
199. Crisp, fine impression. A hint of offsetting, still very good. (A)
$140-220
United States
147. United States (United States), Bradford, Boston, 1838. 10 x 7.7”. (HC) Map shows the extent of the early United States with Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana
demarcating the western frontier. Texas is part of Mexico and an unnamed Missouri Territory reaches westward including the Great American Desert where several
Indian Districts are named. The Huron District takes the place of Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Oregon District takes in present-day Oregon and
Washington and encroaches slightly into present-day British Columbia. An unnamed river links L. Timpanogos with the Pacific at the Bay of Sir F. Drake. The map
is filled with early towns, settlements and mines. Slight foxing with a minor tear in lower right margin and some tape stains in margins. (B+)
$90-120
148. United States, Republic of Texas (Die Vereinigten Staaten von Nord-America), Bromme, ca. 1843. 25.2 x 18.5”. (HC) This precisely engraved map was designed
for a German emigrant guide book. In the west it is largely drawn from Brue’s map of Mexico 1834. It shows the Republic of Texas depicted in its “stove-pipe”
configuration, claiming the lands of the upper Rio Grande and showing the Rio Grande for its boundary with Mexico. Eastern Texas shows very early county development and numerous early settlements including Austin, San Antonia, Houston and Fort Houston just above Crockett. The Southwest is still shown as Mexican
Territory. In the Pacific Northwest, the U.S./Canadian border reflects the American claims into present-day British Columbia. The huge Missouri Territory stretches
between the Rocky Mountains and the large Northwest Territory, and between Canada and Texas - thus incorporating the region that would become Indian Territory.
The region of the Great Basin does not shown Fremont’s exploration and is marked Oede Sand Wuste (Desolate Sandy Desert. A color key assists in the location of
eight of the smaller states in the Northeast. In the lower margin is an extensive legend of political and topographical features. This rarely seen map was engraved
by J.E. Woerl and is an early lithograph by B. Herder from Freiburg. Ref: cf Howes B800. Crisp, dark impression thick paper, folding as issued. The map is quite
sound, but has scattered foxing. (B)
$1000-1600
149. United States, Republic of Texas (Mitchell’s Reference & Distance Map of the United States), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1844. 67 x 52.5”. (HC) This stunning wall
map portrays the nation at the end of the Jacksonian era and at the beginning of the movement that would become known as Manifest Destiny. Rapid settlement is
evident in the county development, which is delineated in color on this edition. The emerging railroad system is shown along with the highly developed canal network.
Beneath the title is a large engraved composite view designed by W. Mason that includes the capitol building in Washington, D.C. and a large American eagle perched
on a seashell boat. This theme is echoed in the surrounding decorative border with seashells in each corner and at the bottom. The map was compiled and engraved
by James H. Young with the assistance of F. Dankworth, E. Yeager and E.F. Woodward.
Illustrating an era of rapidly expanding westward settlement, the large map covers the United States westward to include all of Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana with
a portion of Iowa Territory. It is highly detailed showing counties, townships, parishes, towns and settlements, trails and wagon routes, canals, and railroads. Eleven
inset maps and city plans provide additional information. The largest inset (17” x 21”), General Map of the United States with the contiguous British & Mexican
Possessions, includes information for the Great Basin from John Arrowsmith’s important map. It features the Independent Republic of Texas in its small configuration with the early settlements of Houston, San Felipe de Austin and San Antonio. It shows the huge Oregon Territory extending far to the north into present-day
British Columbia, illustrating the growing tensions between the United States and Britain in the Oregon boundary dispute. It also delineates the large Iowa, Missouri
and Indian territories and traces nascent wagon roads and trails. The other insets are: Vicinity of Boston; Vicinity of New York; North part of Maine; Vicinity of
Philadelphia; the South Part of Florida; Vicinity of Rochester; Vicinity of the Falls of the Niagara; Vicinity of Albany; Vicinity of Baltimore and Washington; and the
Vicinity of Charleston.
This is an exceptional example of Mitchell’s rarely offered wall map, which was first issued in 1834 without Mitchell’s name in the title. The edition of 1841 eliminated
insets of Cincinnati and New Orleans to provide a better depiction of expanding settlement in Iowa Territory including the first counties along the eastern boundary.
This edition retains this configuration but shows slightly more county development in Michigan, Wisconsin and Iowa. This edition has the 1833 copyright date along
with Mitchell’s imprint dated 1844. This is the best example we’ve seen from this series of large Mitchell/Young wall maps and we can only find one other record of
this edition being on the market in the past 25 years.
This map was previously owned by Oliver Ames, Jr. who was President of the Union Pacific Railroad when the first transcontinental railroad was completed. He also
owned Oliver Ames & Sons, the largest manufacturer of shovels in the world. The Ames family became one of the wealthiest in America. Ref: Ristow p. 309-310.
Beautifully and professionally conserved and rebacked with modern linen with new red cloth selvage protecting the edges. There is some expert paper restoration in
the margins. Complete with detached rollers. (A)
$8000-10000
150. United States, Republic of Texas (Etats-Unis), Duvotenay, 1846. 12 x 8.8”. (HC) This interesting map of the United States shows Mexico encompassing the majority of the Southwest and California. Texas is shown as an independent Republic. Most of the states east of the Mississippi River are named and outlined, except for
Wisconsin, which is called District Huron. Besides Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas, land west of the Mississippi River is separated into regions, including
District of the Mandines, District of the Osages, District of the Ozark, District of the Sioux, and District of the Oregon. Canada is called Nouvelle Bretagne. The
map includes decorative borders with graphic elements in the corners and four distance scales. Very light foxing, and light bleed-through of color on verso. (A)
$200-250
151. United States (No. 5 Map of the United States Engraved to Illustrate Mitchell’s School and Family Geography), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1849. 16.7 x 10.5”. (HC)
This is the first edition this United States map showing the important territorial acquisitions of the Mexican-American War, pre-Gadsden Purchase plus the newly
discovered gold region in California. The recently acquired Upper California and New Mexico are still shown in their Mexican configurations. The Oregon Territory extends to the Continental Divide. Minnesota Territory includes part of the Dakotas and the huge Missouri Territory rests between the Continental Divide and
Minnesota, with Indian Territory bordering on to the south. Indian Territory is in its largest configuration, stretching from Texas to Missouri Territory along the North
Fork of the Platte River and extending westward all the way to South Pass. Texas is also shown in an early configuration with a large panhandle. The inset map “No.
6 Map of the Gold Region of California” shows Sutter’s Buttes, Sacramento City, and all of the important creeks of the gold region feeding into the Sacramento and
Feather Rivers. Original hand coloring with faint toning and a few tiny stains in the image. (B+)
$200-250
152. United States (Ensign’s Travellers’ Guide, and Map of the United States, Containing the Roads, Distances, Steam Boat and Canal Routes &c.), Ensign, Thayer &
Co., New York, 1848. 39 x 26”. (HC) This rare wall map was issued at the conclusion of the Mexican America War during a period of great expansion in the United
States. The map was originally issued on banknote paper and folded into a traveler’s guide for emigrants. This rare edition was issued in wall map format with the
addition of a rich panel of engravings symbolizing the history and character of the Republic. The map extends to the Rocky Mountains, showing all of Texas and part
of New Mexico, which is still shown as Mexican territory. A huge Missouri Territory extends northward from Texas (that lacks its panhandle) and occupies the entire
Midwest as far east as Wisconsin Territory, with Indian lands noted in the southern portion. The map has good detail of roads, major towns and villages, railroads,
Indian villages, watershed, forts and more. The Santa Fe Trail is shown as the route between Missouri and New Mexico. The decorative border encloses four insets:
Length of Rivers, Height of Mountains, double hemispheric World, and the full text of the Constitution.
The patriotic panel below the map is a composition of portraits of all presidents, along with a very elaborate symbolic vignette of the Indian chief King Philip (Metacom) at left and James Polk at right. Previous editions included Washington’s portrait opposite King Philip; in this edition it has been replaced by the portrait of the
current president, James Polk. An engraving taken from John Trumbull’s 1824 painting of the signing of the Declaration of Independence is topped with four smaller
engravings including the landing of the pilgrims at Plymouth and scenes from the Revolutionary War. The map was engraved on steel by J. Wells. A rare map mounted
on original rollers. Absolutely beautiful, flawless restored condition. Backed on old linen and no varnish to the map’s surface. (A+)
$2500-3000
153. United States (Map of the United States), Case, Tiffany & Company, Hartford, CT, 1851. 23.5 x 24”. (HC) A scarce large format map of the United States with
striking insets of a President Washington and a view of the Capitol of Washington. The projection oddly distorts and for-shortens the western portion of the U.S.
The very interesting territorial configurations include the pre-Gadsden Purchase border with Mexico, a large Oregon Territory occupying the entire Northwest and
extending to the Continental Divide. Bordering Oregon is a huge Missouri Territory that extends east to an oversized Minnesota Territory at the Missouri River. The
very large Indian Territory sits between Utah, Missouri, and Missouri Territory. Utah and New Mexico are at their largest extent. In Utah is the Mormon Settlement
at the Great Salt Lake. The map extends to include most of Central America and the western part of the West Indies. Lacks covers. A fine example with bright, full
original coloring on thin banknote style paper. Folding as issued. One fold intersection split and a couple tiny spots, still very good. The finest example of this map
we have seen. (A)
$700-900
154. United States (United States North America), Swanston, Royal Illustrated Atlas of Modern Geography, Edinburgh, ca. 1852-54. 20.5 x 16”. (HC) An uncommon
map with interesting western territories. Dakota Territory is yet to be organized, with the large Minnesota Territory extending to the Missouri River. A huge Nebraska
Territory extends from the Missouri River to the Continental Divide where it meets the oversized Oregon Territory, and south all the way to Texas and Indian Territory. The Texas panhandle extends to the Arkansas River. The large Utah Territory stretches between California and Nebraska encompassing present-day Nevada
and Colorado. New Mexico Territory features the pre-Gadsden Purchase border. Good detail of topography and watershed, and many place names. Nice example
on thick paper with full margins. Hint of centerfold toning that is more likely just show through of back strap. (A)
$200-250
155. United States (A New Map of the United States of America by J.H. Young), Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co., Mitchell’s New Universal Atlas, Philadelphia, ca. 1854.
26.3 x 15.8”. (HC) This outstanding map of the United States illustrates early western territorial development. The newly created Kansas Territory was carved
out of the northern part of what had been set aside for Indian Territory. Washington and Oregon both extend eastward to the Rocky Mountains and the Continental
Divide. Utah and New Mexico are both shown in their largest configurations, with New Mexico occupying the entire Southwest. Minnesota Territory stretches to the
Missouri River, which it shares as a boundary with a huge Nebraska Territory. The map is filled with forts, Indian tribes, emigrant roads, early railways, mines and
battlefields. Several exploration routes are shown including those of Fremont, Marcy, and Kearney. Fremont Basin in Utah Territory is bounded by great dividing
ridges separating the waters of the Pacific Ocean and the waters of the Great Basin. In the lower corners of the map are insets of the Gold Region of California and
the District of Columbia. Dated 1850 but published circa 1854. Ref: cf Wheat [TMW] #685. Minor toning in the fold, else fine. (A)
$300-375
156. United States (United States), Shaffner, The War in America, New York, ca. 1862. 16.8 x 10.5”. (HC) Fine map covers the entire country, issued at the beginning
of the Civil War, which is the main focus of the map. The legend uses color to indicate Federal Non-Slaveholding States, States bordering Slaveholding States, and
the Confederate Slaveholding States. Also indicates the Indian Territory with its own color. The large Washington Territory, is depicted in the short-lived inverted ‘L’
configuration, extending east to the Continental Divide and south to the Utah Territory. Either the proposed or the Confederate Territory of Arizona is shown in the
southern part of New Mexico Territory. A huge Dakota Territory extends from Minnesota to Washington. Surrounded by a decorative vine and flower border. This
uncommon Civil War map was created by the London Printing and Publishing Company, and Shaffner’s in The War in America. Folding as issued. Fine impression
and color with full margins. (A+)
$200-250
157. United States (The Great Railroad Routes to the Pacific, and Their Connections), Gorlinski, Rep. Com. No. 219, 40th Cong., 3d Sess., New York, 1869. 27.5 x 14”.
(BW) A terrific railroad map that is most notable in its depiction of the Golden Spike area in Utah: the entire track is shown completed except for 50 miles between
Weber Canyon and Fort Bridger! As far as we know this is the only railroad map with this unique depiction. It was published just days before the completion if this
historic railway. Scores of railroads are located throughout the country, including complete and projected lines; the Northern & Southern Pacific Trunk lines are shown
in bold lines. Published by the American Photo-Lithographic Company using a printing technique called “Osborne’s Process.” Dark impression on thick paper with
full margins. Folding as issued with some weakness along one fold with archival tape for support on verso. (B+)
$250-325
158. United States (Geological Map of the United States compiled by C.H. Hitchcock and W. P. Blake…), Hitchcock, Statistics of mines and mining in the States and
Territories…, New York, 1873. 33.5 x 21.5”. (PC) This is the second edition of Hitchcock important geological map of the United States. In addition to the geologic
formations, the large and colorful map includes information identifying railroads, roads, canals, army arsenals and forts. A table at lower left provides an explanatory
key to the colors used to indicate nine distinct geological formations. The carefully drawn map shows good geographical detail as well as remarkable geological
information. The map is accompanied the disbound Fifth Annual Report of Rossiter W. Raymond, United States Commissioner of Mining Statistics. J. Bien lithographer. Ref: Marcou & Marcou #67. The map is fine with bright, strong color and impression. The clean fold separations are closed with archival tape. The report
is disbound and the first few pages are loose. (B+)
$250-350
159. United States (Report on the Lands of the Arid Region of the United States, with a More Detailed Account of the Lands of Utah), Powell, Washington D.C., 1879.
9.5 x 12”. (PC) This is the Second House of Representatives Edition wherein the authors “were thus given the opportunity to revise their text and eliminate a few
formal errors…The substance of the report is unchanged.” In the report Powell draws on his extensive knowledge of the West to present the case that contemporary
land laws were destructive to the land. With the election of reform-minded President Hayes, Powell seized the opportunity to present his ideas to change existing land
laws and settlement policies to protect the lands of the West. Powell’s report was initially met with extreme skepticism, but his ideas were vindicated by the Dust
Bowl years of the 1930s and many of his revolutionary principles were then enacted. This is a complete example of an important and historical work that includes
the three folding maps in a pocket inside back cover. Quarto, original brown cloth, 195 pp. with 2 full-page maps and 3 large color folding maps.
Map of the United States Exhibiting the Grants of Lands Made by the General Government to aid in the Construction of Railroads and Wagon Roads, by U.S. Department of Interior, (28.3 x 19.6”). The largest land give-away ever, Public Domain Land was granted by Congress to 19th century railroad companies to pay for
construction of the railroad lines. Most - but by no means all - grants were west of the Mississippi River and ultimately totaled more than 174 million acres. This
map, published while John Wesley Powell was in charge of the department, shows the grant areas within the United States. Vast swaths are colored, including virtually the entire state of Iowa. A finely rendered map with lithography by Julius Bien. A historical and desirable railroad map that may have been the source for a map
used in an 1884 campaign poster by Democrats claiming a giveaway of public lands to special interests.
Rain Chart of the United States Showing by Isohyetal Lines the Distribution of the Mean Annual Precipitation in Rain and Melted Snow, by U.S. Department of Interior,
(28.3 x 24.3”). Ref: Wheat (TMW) #1290. This fine thematic map is a copy of the chart constructed for the Smithsonian Institution in 1868 by Charles A. Schottt.
Wheat says “that such maps could now be constructed demonstrates the quantity of observational data American scientists had amassed, as well as the effective aid
maps could render in the presentation of such data.” The legend shows via pattern and color different annual rain falls. Lithographed by the firm of Julius Bien.
Map of Utah Territory Representing the Extent of the Irrigable, Timber and Pasture Lands, by U.S. Department of Interior, (28.6 x 36”). A colorful, graphic map that
shows the populated regions of the territory; leaving off the arid portion west of the Great Salt Lake and the region south of the Colorado River. The map represents
the extent of farm, lumber and pasture lands within the territory. It also details railroads, wagon roads, trails, telegraph lines, towns, forts, and county seats, plus
topographic features and hydrography. Elevation information is given through finely done hachure. The map was compiled from several earlier important surveys
including those of Wheeler, King, and Hayden. Ref: Moffat #151; Wheat #1290. Binding is tight but has light shelf wear and the spine is sunned. Contents are clean
and tight. The three maps are all very good with just a few fold intersection splits and a faint hint of toning at some folds. Small ex-libris stamps on versos. (A)
$500-650
160. United States ([Lot of 2] Map of the United States Exhibiting the Present Status of Knowledge Relating to the Areal Distribution of Geologic Groups [and] Map of
the United States Exhibiting the Progress Made in the Geographic Survey), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Fifth Annual Report of the United States Geological
Survey…, Washington D.C., 1884. 28.2 x 17.3”. (PC)
1) This is the first published geological map of the United States by the USGS. It is generally referred to as the McGee map after the compiler. The legend at lower left
names and color codes twelve different geological formations. There is also very fine detail of hydrology. Vast areas of the western U.S. remain blank, reflecting
the infancy and inadequacy of western geological explorations at the time, and coincidentally emphasizes the need for more congressional funding. The mapping
of the King, Hayden, Powell and Wheeler surveys are evident in the West, but little else. This was the most up-to-date map at the time, but was soon superseded
by Hitchock’s 1886 map that augmented the western states’ geological detail.
2) This map shows the progress of the United States geographic surveys. The primary focus is on the western states including Colorado, Utah, Nevada and California. The legend shows four different surveys: Triangulation, Area Surveyed by Geological Survey, Area Surveyed by Northern Transcontinental Survey, and Area
Surveyed by other Organizations. Folding as issued with very faint fold toning, overall very good (A)
$325-400
161. United States (Geological Map of the United States and Part of Canada Compiled by C.H. Hitchcock for the American Institute of Mining Engineers to Illustrate the
Schemes of Coloration and Nomenclature Recommended by the International Geological Congress), Hitchcock, American Institute of Mining Engineers International
Geological Congress, New York, 1886. 27.8 x 17.3”. (PC) This remarkable map and report provide the first complete geological picture of the entire United States.
This claim was made by Hitchcock in his article, “The Geological Map of the United States” in volume XV, of the Transactions of the American Institute of Mining
Engineers, 1886-1887. This lot includes the original report with the map still bound in. Hitchcock writes (p. 468): “For the first time in the history of American maps
it has been possible to show the distribution of stratigraphical divisions of equal importance in every part of the country.” Hitchcock describes the 1884 McGee,
U.S. Geological Survey national map as incomplete: “Because of the scarcity of existing and available information, it became necessary to leave the following States
and Territories either partially or wholly uncolored: Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington.” In the section
listing the improvements in his (Hitchcock’s) map, he notes: “2. Extension of the colors into the States and Territories of the far West,” and he gives the sources for
the new information that allowed him to fill in the western states.
This large chromolithographic map provides terrific detail of the geological formations of the country. It extends to the adjacent parts of Canada, but the focus is
clearly on the United States. An explanatory key to the colors indicates sixteen geological formations, increased from nine shown on the first edition of 1873. The
carefully drawn map shows good geographical detail as well as remarkable geological information. Lithographed by Julius Bien on fine banknote-style paper. An
important and landmark geological map.
This book contains 64 papers on various mining-related topics which, in addition to the Hitchcock paper, include significant papers and maps on the geology and vein
structure of southwest Colorado (San Juan Mountain region) by Theodore Comstock, and the silver mines of Calico, California, by Waldemar Lindgren. Complete
with several folding plates including Sketch Map of the Clifton Mining District, Arizona; design plans for a “Sectional hanging Pipe Hot Blast Oven”; Orographic
Features of Southern Colorado, Showing Boundaries of Mineral Zones; Geological Map of S.W. Colorado; Map of the Central San Juan Area, with the Red Mountain
District and the Rico Tract”; Map of the Oil & Gas Fields in McKean & Elk Counties, Pennsylvania; Sketch Map of Calico District, San Bernardino, Cal. And a few
others. All folding maps are printed on fine bank-note style paper. Hardbound in original half maroon leather and marbled boards with gilt title and raised bands on
spine. This map is rarely offered complete with the source report. Map is fine with clean bright impression and very strong color. The book has some shelf wear to
binding including light abrasion to raised bands and edge of spine, one folding plate mis-folded with split. (A)
$500-650
162. United States ([Lot of 2] Map Showing Indian Reservations within the Limits of the United States ... [and] Map of Linguistic Stocks of American Indians chiefly
within the Present Limits of the United States), U.S. Government, Washington D.C., [1890-1894]. (PC)
1) This large map of the United States focuses on the many Indian Reservations in the United States in 1894. The reservations are named and shown in dark brown
overprinting. Inset maps are used where the reservation concentration prevents them showing well on the main map. Insets include Indian Territory, the Mission
Indian Reservations in California, and the Territory of Alaska. An extensive legend locates Military Stations, Capitals, County Seats, Railroads, Indian Agencies,
Training Schools, Boarding Schools, Day Schools and Contract Schools. Compiled under the direction of T.J. Morgan Commissioner of Indian Affairs and printed
by Sackett & Wilheims Litho Co., New York. A large and very detailed map filled with information. (33.5 x 21”) .
2) This colorful and useful map (17.5 x 20.3”) is helpful in understanding the early relationships of the various Native American tribes. While covering most of North
America, the focus of the map is the Native American tribes of the United States. A small inset shows the Aleutian Islands at lower left. Chromolithographed
by the New York firm of Sackett & Wilhelms. The map was compiled under the direction of Henry Gannett, who established the geography program in the U.S.
Census Office for the tenth (1880) census. In 1882 he created a similar program at the USGS, which became the Division of Geography in 1885 and produced the
first topographic map sheets published in the General Atlas of the United States four years later. This is the increasingly rare issue of this map that was issued in
the 11th Census, circa 1890-91.
These map were owned by Melvin R. Gilmore and carry his embossed stamp inconspicuously along the border of the maps at top right. Gilmore was a noted ethnologist
and author who is best remembered for laying the groundwork for present-day analytical cultural ethnology. Interested in ethno botany, Gilmore studied and raised
plants known to be grown by Native Americans. In 1914 he accompanied White Eagle, an elderly Pawnee Indian, to central Nebraska and recorded information about
many abandoned village sites. Continuing his interest in the Pawnee, Gilmore conducted interviews in Oklahoma about Pawnee traditions. He was curator at the
State Historical Society of North Dakota at Bismarck, on the staff of the Museum of the American Indian in New York (1913-1928), and was the curator of ethnology
at the University of Michigan from 1929 to 1939. He authored several books and is noted for recording ritualistic ceremonies of the Arikara tribe. Folded as issued.
First has a short binding tear repaired with archival tape. (A)
$250-350
163. United States (Reconnaissance Map of the United States Showing the Distribution of the Geologic System So Far As Known), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS),
Fourteenth Annual Report, Washington D.C., 1893. 28.2 x 17.4”. (PC) This is the second geological map of the United States published by the USGS. The first
edition uses the same base map with the title Map of the United States Exhibiting the Present Status of Knowledge Relating to the Areal Distribution of Geologic
Groups. The legend names and color codes thirteen different geological formations in twelve major groups. Compared to the first USGS edition, this map presents
new geological information in portions of California and the Pacific northwest. However, the map continues to show wide areas of unmapped territory in the western
U.S., thus continuing the Survey’s policy of caution in displaying areas that have questionable or incomplete geological data. This approach contrasts sharply with the
geological maps of academics such as C.H. Hitchcock, who prepared fully colored maps dating back to the 1870s. On this map the geography of the King, Hayden,
Powell and Wheeler surveys are evident in the West. Folding as issued with slight fold toning, else fine. (A)
$275-350
164. United States (Philips’ Comparative Series of Large School Maps. United States), Philip, The London Geographical Institute, London, ca. 1905. 70 x 44.3”. (PC)
This interesting map of the United States at the turn of the 20th century identifies main railways, canals, steamship routes and towns by population. Of particular note
on the map are Idaho Falls, which was previously named Eagle Rock until the townspeople voted to rename it in 1891; and Flagler’s famous East Coast Railway,
which was not extended to Key West until 1908. An inset map of part of England and Wales is drawn to scale to serve as a size comparison. The map also includes
an elevation view titled, “Diagrammatic Section between Cape Mendocino & Cape Hatteras” and a color key to the elevations shown on the map. Segmented map,
linen backed, with block printed color. Some minor chipping with two areas in Texas replaced with paper, but overall good condition for a map of this size. (B+)
$240-300
165. United States (A good-natured map of the United States setting forth the services of The Greyhound Lines and a few principle connecting bus lines), [1937]. 29.3
x 19.5”. (PC) Full color pictographic or cartoon map that is filled with charming vignettes and figures. This brightly colored map is the best of the number of maps
issued by Greyhound in the 1930s and 1940s, the heyday of bus transportation in the US. The Greyhound bus routes are delineated in bold black with the interconnecting routes in dotted line. Small pictographs highlight the attractions throughout the country. The title cartouche is bounded with two vintage Greyhound buses.
Further embellished with a fancy legend cartouche featuring the sleek greyhound associated with the business, and a large compass rose and fleur-de-lis in the Atlantic.
The map is in the style of Jo Mora, There is no artist attribution, but there is a monogram at lower right with a “K” followed by the delta symbol. Printed by Reserve
Litho.& Ptg. Co, Cleveland. Two tiny fold intersection splits visible when held to the light, otherwise fine. A few creases from lazy folding. (A)
$140-200
166. Colonial Eastern United States (A Map of that Part of America, that is now the Seat of War, from Quebeck to Fort Duquesne, comprehending the English Settlement
on the Sea Coast), Anon., Grand Magazine of Magazines, London, [1758]. 7.5 x 4.3”. (BW) This map covers the northeastern part of the United States down to
Virginia and focuses on the areas of conflict in the French and Indian War. A great deal of the conflict was focused around the upper Hudson and Lake Champlain,
and along the St. Laurence River. The map is oriented with north to the right. It locates numerous forts involved in the war, including William Henry, Edward, and S.
Frederick. Two unnamed forts are shown south of Lake Erie. Notes the sources of the Ohio River, locates “the Castle” as well as many other interesting place names.
All these details and topographical information were important to the contemporary reader following the war from across the Atlantic. This map was published in the
rare Grand Magazine of Magazines in the November 1758 issue. Ref: Jolly GMOM-13. Early, dark impression on thick paper. (A+)
$400-500
167. Eastern United States (A Correct Map of the United States of North America. Including the British and Spanish Territories, carefully laid down & agreeable to the
Treaty of 1784), Bowen, Banke’s New System of Universal Geography, Published by Royal Authority, Philadelphia, ca. 1787. 17.5 x 12.5”. (BW) An early map of
the United States created at the conclusion of the American Revolution, after the Treaty of Paris. The western boundary is along the Mississippi River. The western
region is full of information up to Lake Winnipeg, with Indian names and interesting notations such as Extensive Meadows Full of Buffalos, north of the Missouri
River, and Country Full of Mines, just north of Arkansas. Ref: McCorkle #787.1; Sellers & Van Ee #756. Some light toning and creasing in the image. Blank margins
have a few tears not affecting map. (B+)
$325-400
168. Eastern United States (States of America, from the best Authorities), Russell, London, ca. 1795. 9 x 7.5”. (BW) Attractive small map of the young nation filled
with a surprising amount of information. The map extends past the Mississippi River to show part of the new Louisiana Territory. Georgia’s western boundary is the
Mississippi and West Florida takes in the coastal region from the Chattahotcha River to the Mississippi River. Indian tribes are prominently named in the western
territories. Key at left refers to 15 states, which does not include Tennessee, although it is shown on the map. The Twenty League Line is depicted off the east coast.
Some isolated faint toning, else fine. (A)
$140-180
169. Eastern United States (The United States of America, according to the Treaty of Peace of 1784), Russell, London, ca. 1795. 8 x 7.3”. (HC) A very early map that
details the fledgling states and the Indian lands east of the Mississippi River. The map is particularly interesting for the depiction of the Revolutionary War Bounty
Land Grants. Ohio is a small area labeled Ohio Company and Donation Lands with no sign of the other bounty grants named on Russell’s larger, derivative map. Other
interesting designations west of Ohio bear the labels Illinois Company, Wabash Company, Army Lands, and New Jersey Company. The area northeast of the upper
Mississippi River is largely unorganized with a few rivers, forts and settlements. Locates Detroit, the Lake of the Woods, and Upper and Lower Iowa in this region.
Army Lands are located in both Kentucky (unnamed) and in the Tennessee Government. Tennessee had recently split from western North Carolina and would soon
gain statehood. Georgia is listed at the fifteenth state and appears to extend to the Mississippi River. Florida is divided into east and west regions. Under the control
of Spain, Florida had been ceded by England to the Spanish in gratitude for their neutrality during the American Revolutionary War. Various Indian tribes, forts, and
villages are indicated throughout. The Twenty Leagues Line is drawn in the Atlantic. Near the left margin is the “References to the States,” listing only fifteen. The
title misdates the Treaty of Paris to 1784, instead of 1783. Ref: McCorkle #795-11. Repaired tear in upper right margin that extends to the neatline. (B+)$150-180
170. Eastern United States ([Lot of 2] Map of the Northern parts of the United States of America... [in set with] Map of the Southern parts of the United States of America…),
Bradley, ca. 1802. (BW) This pair of maps cover the young United States during the tumultuous period following independence when the states and central government fought over control of the western land claims. Seven of the 13 original states had claims to areas in the West (those lands between the Appalachian Mountains
and the Mississippi River). These so-called landed states had a great potential advantage over the six landless states. It was assumed that the future sale of western
lands would enrich the landed states and possibly allow them to operate without any form of taxation. The landless states feared that they would lose residents and
dwindle into insignificance. The matter was further complicated by the fact that the claims often overlapped one another, which pitted one state’s interests against
another. Both maps are in their second states with “Corrected by the Author” below the title.
The map of the northern parts (15.8 x 8.5”) shows the new states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin that were proposed in the Ordinance of 1789
referred to, respectively, as State I, II, III, IV, and V. The northern boundaries of Illinois, Indiana and Ohio are shown at the southern tip of Lake Michigan. The
positioning of this line later resulted in a boundary dispute between Michigan and Ohio, with Ohio blocking admission of Michigan to the Union until the question
was settled. The mostly blank Wisconsin bears the notation “Large Meadows extending to Lake Michigan.” Wisconsin came from the term “Ouisconsin” that is
believed to mean “grassy place” in the Chippewa language. The remnants of several bounty land grants are shown including New Connecticut and Seven Ranges.
Wayne County is the only county shown in Michigan. Cincinnati is here called Cincinnatus. The boundary line from Gen. Wayne’s Treaty of 1795 is shown. The
map extends to the Mississippi River with the lands to the west labeled, Re Lands Reserved by the US.
The map of the southern parts (15.2 x 7.7”) shows much of present-day Mississippi and Alabama in Mississippi Territory, with the coastal region named West Florida.
A dotted line running north-south through present-day Georgia demarcates “All West of this line is claimed by the United States & also by Georgia.” The overlapping
claims were resolved when Spain gave up its claim to West Florida in 1795 and Georgia finally relinquished its claim in 1802 (the last of the landed states to surrender
its claim). Another interesting feature of the map is the notation of the number of men in several of the Indian tribes in the western territories. Ref: Wheat & Brun
#158 & 496. Issued folding, now pressed. Several short fold separations expertly repaired. The northern map has a tiny tear in the top right margin. (A)
$550-700
171. Eastern United States (The United States of America Confirmed by Treaty 1783), Wilkinson, A General Atlas, London, 1806. 11 x 9.3”. (HC) This small map of
the young United States includes several important historical regions. One of the most unique and scarce features on early maps of the U.S. is the appearance of
Franklinia. In 1785 settlers in present-day western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee organized a state government to be named in honor of Benjamin Franklin.
Congress turned down their appeal but the fledgling state maintained a legislature and governor until 1788. This ephemeral state appeared on only a small number of
maps into the early part of the 19th century. Another interesting feature is the region labeled Indiana that takes up what is now West Virginia. This land was a major
contention between the private Indiana Land Company and the State of Virginia in the latter part of the 18th century. The argument over ownership of the property
resulted in the Eleventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and the Indiana Land Company lost its claim to the land. Another uncommon regional name is New
Iberia, the original Spanish settlement in the region of New Madrid, Missouri. The large Western Territory takes up present-day Michigan, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana
and Ohio. A table below the title lists twenty states, territories, and governments (including Franklinia) with their founding dates. This is an early issued dated Feb.
10, 1806. Ref: Baynton-Williams (TMC-72) p.12, #15. Original color with minor surface soil, mostly in the blank margins. Short marginal tear closed with archival
tape on verso. (A)
$550-700
172. Eastern United States (A New and Accurate Map of the United States of America, &c. from the best Authorities), Brown, General Atlas, Edinburgh, ca. 1809. 13.3
x 10.8”. (HC) A very scarce little map from the first general atlas published in Scotland. The map covers the region from the eastern seaboard to the Mississippi
River. Western Territory takes in all the area west of the Ohio River with several Indian tribes located within it. Kentucky occupies a loosely organized region west
of Virginia. In present-day Tennessee, the North Carolina land grants of Cumberland and Holstonare located, extending North Carolina in an odd configuration. An
unnamed territory in the region of Mississippi and Alabama is the tribal territory of the Chickasaws, Cherokees, Choctaws and Muskogees. Main is noted as belonging to Massachusetts Bay. Very fine example with strong impression and good color, and full margins. On thick watermarked paper (C & S 1809). (A)$400-600
173. Eastern United States ([Lot of 2] The Northwestern Territories of the United States [and] The Eastern States with Part of Canada), Carey, ca. 1812. (BW) 1) The
Northwestern Territories of the United States (9.7” x 7.7”) covers the region from Michigan through Lake of the Woods and Lake Winnipeg. The Great Lakes are
slightly distorted and include the spurious islands in Lake Superior including one named Phillipcaux I. The map names Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and the
settlements of Detroit, Sandwich, Miami B., F. St. Claire, F. Dearborne, Chicago, and more. The northern border of Illinois is shown level with the top of Indiana at
42 , which places Chicago in the Northwestern Territory. Spurious mountain ranges, engraved in hachure, are shown snaking across the territory.
2) The Eastern States with Part of Canada (9.7” x 7.8”) details New England and south to Philadelphia and west to Detroit. Good detail of the watershed of the St. Lawrence from Lake Erie to it mouth. Locates several towns and settlements along the river including Quebec, Montreal and Kingston. Maine is the District of Maine.
Both with some light offsetting and short, clean fold splits, closed on verso. Upper margin on first map has been extended to accommodate framing. (B+)$400-500
174. Eastern United States ([Lot of 6 - American Revolution]), Marshall, Atlas to Marshall’s Life of Washington, Philadelphia, [1825]. 9 x 7”. (BW) Lot of six maps from
this important and early history of the American Revolution published by J. Crissy with maps engraved by James Yeager. Each map has abundant details, including
relevant locations and illustrations representing ships and armies distinguished by color. They delineate the positions and movements of General Washington, and
several other British and American generals at important stages of the American Revolutionary War. The maps each measure approximately 9” x 7” and include the
following:
1. Map of part of Virginia North Carolina South Carolina & Georgia which were the scenes of the most important Operations of the Southern Armies. Great regional
map.
2. Plan of the Investment and Attack of York in Virginia. This map documents an important battle of the Revolutionary War. Abundantly detailed, the map shows
the positions of Baron de Viomenil, General Washington, Count Rochambeau, General Clinton and General Cox. American artillery, roads, rivers and creeks, the
French Hospital, and numerous troop positions are located. A notation documents the end of the war, Field where the British laid down their Arms.
3. Plan of the siege of Charleston in S. Carolina. Locates British troops surrounding Charleston with their fleet in the harbor just above Fort Johnston. Shows troop
lines, commanders and more.
4. Boston with its Environs/i>. Very well-engraved plan of the city and surrounding area during the Revolutionary War. Extends to include Cambridge, Chelsea,
Dorchester and the islands of Deer, Gallops, Long, Castle, and Spectacle. Locates roads, forts, powder magazines, batteries, etc.
5. Plan of the Northern part of New Jersey…American & British armies…North River in 1776. This small map documents important battles of the Revolutionary
War. It includes abundant details, including relevant troop locations.
6. A Plan of New York Island, Part of Long Island &c Shewing the Position of the American & British Armies, before, at and after the Engagement on the Heights
Aug. 27th 1776. This terrific war plan is centered on Manhattan. Extends to the narrows, and to show part of Staten and Long Islands, and north to Ft. Washington
and to above Ft. Independence (two are named). Locates troop positions and specifically gives the positions of the ships Roebuck, Phoenix, Rose, Greyhound,
Thunder, Carcass, and Bombs. Good detail throughout with numerous forts, roads, villages and towns located. The maps are sound with fine impressions and full
margins on thin banknote-style paper. Each with a little toning or foxing and a few minor fold separations. (B)
$200-300
175. Eastern United States (United States), Hall, London, ca. 1829. 9 x 7.2”. (HC) Nice small map with an extended Arkansas Territory that touches the border of
Mexico (Texas) with the Red River serving as part of the southern border. The region to the north of Arkansas Territory and lying between the Mississippi River and
the Rocky Mountains, with the exception of Missouri, is noted as Western States and contains the names of numerous Indian tribes. Texas is labeled as Mexican Territory. Wisconsin is a large territory that includes today’s Minnesota and extends to the Red River. Inset “Continuation of Florida” is on the same scale and locates
Key Largo, St. Augustine, Cape Florida, Pt. Tancra, etc. Engraved by Sidney Hall and published by Longman, Rees, Orme, Brown & Green from Paternoster Row,
London. Minor soiling primarily in the margins. Centerfold has been reinforced with tissue on verso. (B+)
$140-170
176. Eastern United States (Mitchell’s National Map of the American Republic or United States of North America Together with Maps of the Vicinities of Thirty-Two of
the Principal Cities and Towns in the Union), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1843. 47 x 38”. (HC) This is a very nice wall map that was drawn by J.H. Young and engraved
by J.H. Brightly. It extends into the eastern part of the Independent Republic of Texas and the large Indian Territory. On this early edition Minnesota is not named,
and west of Wisconsin is the huge Iowa Territory that is also labeled Dacotah or Sioux. A large inset within the map is a “Map of the North-Eastern Boundary of the
United States according to the Treaty of 1842” that details the Webster-Ashburton Treaty, and another smaller inset “Map of the Southern Part of Florida” that shows
no settlements of any kind south of Fort Jupiter. The map is very detailed with hundreds of place names, plus roads, villages, railroads, ports, etc. A table gives the
1840 population for 120 cities and another gives the states’ population of Whites, Free Blacks and Slaves. The state of New Hampshire is listed with just one slave
and 537 Free Blacks. Surrounding the map are 32 city plans, which itself is contained with a wide decorative border. This large wall map should not be confused
with the smaller (24 x 34”) and more common map with the same title. An extraordinary example of Mitchell’s desirable wall map with the original wooden rollers.
Professionally and beautifully restored with new linen on verso. Varnish not used on the map surface. (A+)
$2500-3000
177. Eastern United States (Phelps’s National Map of the United States, A Traveller’s Guide), Ensign, Thayer & Co., New York, 1849. 25 x 20”. (HC) A nice example
of the third edition of this folding pocket map. The map extends to the Great Plains and includes part of Texas with two large unnamed regions extending northward,
presumably the Indian territories and Iowa Territory. The map is filled with details including roads, towns and villages, railroads, rivers and much more. Delineates
the Trader’s Route to Santa Fe in Missouri and through the territory to the west. Names numerous Indian tribes, Burial Grounds, and trading depots. It is embellished
with a surrounding border featuring finely engraved portraits of 16 famous Americans, the seals of 30 states including Texas (but not California), the signing of the
Declaration of Independence, and the seal of the United States. This early edition does not have the large inset “Map of Oregon, California & Texas” that appears
soon after this issue at lower right. Here the original insets include the vicinity around Baltimore, Philadelphia, Boston, New York, Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago,
and St. Louis. The southern tip of Florida and the north part of Maine are shown in insets as well.
The map is attached to the rear cover of Phelps’s Travellers’ Guide through the United States; containing Upwards of Seven Hundred Rail-road, Canal, and Stage
and Steam-Boat Routes, accompanied with a New Map of the United States. The 70 page booklet contains all manner of information valuable to the traveler including distance tables for stage, canal, steamboat and railroads listed by state and an extensive index of place names . Hardbound in black leather (3.5 x 5.5”) with an
elaborate cover design embossed in gilt showing an early train and the steamship St. Louis. Gilt on fore edges (T.E.G.). An exceptional example that is near fine with
only a few toning spots. Strong, bright original color and crisp impression on fine bank-note style paper. Archival tape supporting rear cover. (A)
$700-1000
178. Eastern United States (Gall & Inglis’ Map of the United States), Gall & Inglis, Edinburgh, 1850. 17.2 x 20.7”. (HC) This uncommon Scottish produced map shows
only the eastern states. The map extends beyond the Mississippi River to include part of Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas and Louisiana. Each state is individually colored
with detail of watershed, towns and settlements, railroads, and some topographical information. The railroads are particularly well shown. Engraved by W. Murphy.
Blank verso and page XLIV at lower right. Very light foxing primarily in the margin. Slight separation in fold on the margins has been repaired with tissue on verso.
(A)
$140-170
179. Eastern United States (United States), Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co., New Universal Atlas, Philadelphia, ca. 1854. 12.6 x 16.1”. (HC) Nicely detailed example
of Samuel Augustus Mitchell’s map of the eastern United States. The map extends westward to include Arkansas, Missouri and Iowa. Minnesota Territory is not
named and will not be established for four years. Good detail throughout showing railroads, wagon roads, canals, watershed and topography. Surrounded by decorative border in green with the extra small line in the inner border, dating it to circa 1854. There is no imprint or copyright. Dark impression and fine original color.
(A+)
$150-250
180. Eastern United States (Union Military Chart), Magnus & Co., ca. 1861-62. 28 x 24”. (PC) This unique and rare Civil War map has the title printed in bold red &
blue above the map. The piece is a composition containing at center the “Complete Map of the Rail Roads and Water Courses, in the United States & Canada” (19”
x 14.8”), with vignettes at sides depicting 16 soldiers demonstrating the various positions of Hardee’s Tactics. The lower panel is filled with four inset maps: Map
of Northern Military Movements: Between New York & St. Louis; chart of the naval base and Fort Pickens at Pensacola with ships and defenses indicated; Military
Map of Maryland & Virginia; and a general map of the United States to include the Gulf of Mexico. Also with female allegorical figures representing Justice and
Liberty, and a large engraved bird’s-eye view of the Capital Building in Washington. The main map uses red overprinting to highlight Railroads, Railroad in Progress,
Proposed Railroads, Steamboat Routes, and Telegraph lines. Published by Charles Magnus & Co. “Manufacturing Stationers & Publishers American & European
Printing Establishment Liverpool New-York” with advertising text below cartouche. This decorative edition varies slightly from the references given as they do not
have the soldiers at the sides. Ref: cf Stephenson 14.33, cf Modelski 44. A little toning at upper margin and some marginal chipping at top and bottom edge. The
map has recently been professionally backed with thick Japanese tissue to stabilize the thin paper. (B+)
$800-1200
181. Eastern United States (Colton’s United States shewing the Military Stations, Forts &c.), Colton, Victor’s History of the Southern Rebellion, New York, 1862. 16.3
x 14.5”. (HC) This unusual, Civil War period map covers the United States east of the 103rd meridian, including Dakota Territory, Nebraska, eastern Colorado, and
most of Texas. The map exhibits interesting details; the Pony Express Route, railroads, U.S. Mail routes and other important roads together with hundreds of forts.
Four tiny ships sailing in the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico symbolize the Union blockade of the Confederacy. A small tear at left enters the border, invisibly closed
on verso with old gummed glassine tape, but with no show-through. Otherwise a fine example. (B+)
$200-300
182. Eastern United States (Picturesque America; or, the Land we Live in... Volume I [of 4]), Bryant, New York, 1872. 11 x 13”. (BW) This is one of the most beautiful plate books on the United States ever produced. The beautifully rendered, steel engraved views and numerous wood engravings include works by Harry Fenn,
Granville Perkins, and other important American artists of the 19th century. This volume covers the eastern part of the United States. The 11 (of 12) steel plates
include the frontispiece of Niagara Falls, New Orleans, Richmond from the James, the Cumberland Gap and several more. The plate of Mount Washington Road is
missing. Hardbound in original full leather with fancy tooling and embossing with gilt, raised bands on spine. Volume I - 278 pp., full gilt on all page edges (T.E.G.).
Contents and plates are generally fine. The binding has shelf wear with abrasion to edges and raised bands on spine. (A)
$180-220
183. Colonial New England (A Map of that Part of America which was the Principal Seat of War, in 1756), Anon., Gentlemen’s Magazine, London, [1757]. 13.3 x 8.8”.
(HC) This map covers the northeastern part of the present-day United States. It shows the areas that were the Principal Seat of the French & Indian War. A great deal
of the conflict was focused around the upper Hudson and Lake Champlain, and the Mohawk River to Lake Ontario. Includes good detail with several forts involved
in the war located, including William Henry, Frontenac, Edward, and Frederick. All these details and topographical information were important to the contemporary
reader following the war from across the Atlantic. In Lake Champlain the Is. Of ye 4 Winds are located. Decorated with a nice title cartouche and small compass
rose. Two distance scales. Ref: Jolly GENT-102; Sellers & van Ee #78; McCorkle 757.4. Light, uneven toning otherwise very good. Binding trim in left margin.
(B+)
$400-500
184. Colonial New England (An Accurate Map of Rhode Island, Part of Connecticut and Massachusets, Shewing Admiral Arbuthnot’s Station in Blocking up Admiral
Ternay), Lodge, Political Magazine, London, 1780. 14.8 x 10.5”. (BW) An uncommon, Revolutionary War era map shows the coastline from Woods Hole and Buzzard’s Bay down to Long Island, including Montauk Point and the Hamptons. The title describes a naval skirmish that took place between the revolutionary forces
of France’s Admiral de Ternay and those of Britain’s Admiral Arbuthnot, and which ended in failure for the British forces. Imprint notes copyright Novr. 30, 1780 by
J. Bew, pater Noster Row. Engraving credit to Jno. Lodge outside neat line at lower right. Ref: Jolly POL-15; McCorkle #780.8. Nice impression., issued folding,
now backed with archival tissue primarily to support one weak fold with a long separation and a little toning. (B+)
$350-450
185. United States - New England (Map of the Northern, or, New England States of America, Comprehending Vermont, New Hampshire, District of Main, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut), Russell, Historical, Geographical, Commercial and Philosophical View of the United States, London, 1795-99. 18.3 x 14.3”.
(BW) Handsome copper engraved map shows New England from Maine to Cape Cod, prior to the final settlement of the boundary between the United States and
Canada. The map extends south from the St. Croix River, which is part of the eastern boundary with Canada, to Nantucket Island and west to mid-New York state.
In the north the District of Main is bounded by The Dividing Highlands (Katahdin and the start of the Appalachian Trail) whose imprecise location was the cause for
friction between the US and British North America (Canada). The map shows the Highlands extend to 46 degrees North Latitude. The present border originated with
the Treaty of Paris in 1783, which ended the war between Great Britain and the United States. The “Aroostook War” was an undeclared (and ultimately bloodless)
confrontation in 1838-39 between the United States and Great Britain over the international boundary between Canada and Maine. The dispute resulted in a mutually
accepted border between the state of Maine and provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec. Today, Maine extends north beyond 47 degrees. Published by William
Winterbotham (1763-1829) and engraved by Russell. Ref: McCorkle #795.9. Issued folding, now mounted on verso with archival tissue to support folds and tear
entering map from binding trim. Paper laid in at binding trim to facilitate framing. With some light offsetting. (B+)
$350-425
186. United States - New England ([Lot of 2] Map of the Southern part of New England… [in set with] Map of the Northern part of New England…), Gillet, Dwight’s
Travels in New England and New York, London, 1823. (BW) This scarce pair of matching maps share Yale College as the Prime Meridian, a unique configuration
to our knowledge. The maps were published in the only American edition of Timothy Dwight’s work, but were engraved in London by W. Wright. Timothy Dwight
IV was a minister, theologian, educator, and author. The eighth president of Yale College, Dwight selected the college as the Prime Meridian for these maps as noted
at lower left of both.
1. Map of the Southern part of New England..., 1823, 13.5” x 11”. Covers all of Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and most of Long Island
2. Map of the Northern part of New England..., 1823, 14.3” x 8.3”. Continues from the northern boundary of Massachusetts to show Maine, Vermont and New Hampshire. Good detail of roads and settlements. Both with some diffuse foxing spots near borders, otherwise very good. (B+)
$300-375
187. United States - New England (Map of Massachusetts Connecticut and Rhode Island), Finley, Philadelphia, ca. 1827. 22 x 17”. (HC) This folding version of Finley’s
atlas map delineates the counties, roads, limited watershed, scores of towns and villages. The “Statistical Table” gives populations by county for 1810 and 1820. Maps
from Finley’s folio A New American Atlas are scarce, but the 15 maps were also published in a rare pocket atlas version that is scarcer still. The maps in this issue
were printed on thin paper folding into 3.5” x 6” format. This example is from an edition published between 1827 and 1830. Ristow says, “The same plates, with
dates and publisher’s name changed, were used by S. Augustus Mitchell in 1831 for an atlas published under the same title as Finley’s 1826 volume.” This map does
not contain Mitchell’s imprint and appears as an unrecorded edition published by Finely prior to his collaboration with Mitchell. Ref: cf Philips (A) #1378; Ristow
page 270. Beautiful original hand coloring and strong impression with some toning most evident on major folds. Issued folding, now backed with archival tissue to
support folds and fold intersections, a few with small loss. (B+)
$250-350
188. United States - New England (Map of Maine New Hampshire and Vermont, Compiled from the Latest Authorities), Finley, Philadelphia, ca. 1829. 21.8 x 17.3”.
(HC) This folding version of Finley’s atlas map delineates the counties, roads, limited watershed, scores of towns and villages. The “Statistical Table” gives populations by county for 1810 and 1820. Maps from Finley’s folio A New American Atlas are scarce, but the 15 maps were also published in a rare pocket atlas version
that is scarcer still. The maps in this issue were printed on thin paper folding into 3.5” x 6” format. This example is from an edition published between 1827 and
1830. Ristow says, “The same plates, with dates and publisher’s name changed, were used by S. Augustus Mitchell in 1831 for an atlas published under the same
title as Finley’s 1826 volume.” This map does not contain Mitchell’s imprint and appears as an unrecorded edition published by Finely prior to his collaboration with
Mitchell. Ref: cf Philips (A) #1378; Ristow page 270. Very nice full original hand coloring and strong impression. Issued folding, now professionally backed with
archival tissue to support folds and fold intersections, a few with small loss. Toned on major folds. (B+)
$220-275
189. United States - New England (Railroad & township map of Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut), Colton, New York, 1853. 28 x 25”. (HC) This large
and beautifully colored pocket map is printed on fine, banknote-quality paper. Colored by county, it shows the states in splendid detail, with numerous place names,
rivers, forts and existing and Common roads. The emerging railroad system is well shown. Also includes a legend, distance scale and a table showing population
by county. The map is surrounded by a wide, decorative leaf and vine border. Folds into original red cloth boards with extensive decorative embossing on front
and back, and gilt title on front. Paper label on inside front cover lists numerous maps available in both “mounted and pocket form” from the publisher. Very early,
strong impression and bright original coloring. On thin banknote quality paper that is supple with no apparent flaws save for two small areas of foxing. Covers are
exceptional with virtually no wear and just a small stain at upper edge of front cover. (A)
$350-450
190. Colonial New England and Mid-Atlantic (Nova Anglia Novum Belgium et Virginia), Jansson, Atlas or a Geographicke description of the Regions …, Amsterdam,
[1636]. 20 x 15.3”. (BW) This is the first state of Jansson’s important map of the eastern coast of North America covering from just south of the outer banks in
present-day North Carolina to Nova Scotia. The map is based on the less well-known map of Johannes de Laet of 1630, but covers a slightly larger area. Because
of its wider distribution, Jansson’s map was much more influential, particularly with its depiction of the Dutch of Nieuw Nederland (New York). Cape Cod, Lake
Champlain, Long Island, and the Chesapeake Bay are easily recognized compared to earlier maps. In fact, this map contains some of the earliest accurate cartography
of the region showing New Amsterdam, Manhattan Island (Manbattes), Fort Orange, the Hudson (Noordt River) and the Delaware (Zuydt River). The map includes
part of the Great Lakes, labeled Grand Lac and Lac des Yroquois, an unnamed Lake Champlain, and a fictitious lake at the headwaters of the Delaware River. Ac-
cording to Karpinski, this “is the first printed complete map of Lake Superior” although according to Burden there is no evidence to support that and Grand Lac is
more likely Lake Huron. The map is adorned with two decorative cartouches, ships, sea monsters and compass roses. A portion of the entertaining English narrative
on the verso describes the edible denizens of the sea in verse:
The Luscious Lobster, with the Crabfish raw.
The Brinish Oyster, Muscle Periwigge
And Tortoise Sought for by the Indian Squaw
Which to the flats dance many a winters Jigge,
To dive for Cocles, and to digge for Clammes,
Whereby her Lazie Husbands guttes she crammes.
Ref: Burden #247; Cumming (SE) #39; Karpinski, p. 26 & 31 plt. II; McCorkle #636.2. Sharp impression and original color. Toned on centerfold with some professional repairs including restoration of a small area of loss in present-day Connecticut. (B)
$1900-2200
191. Colonial New England and Mid-Atlantic (Novi Belgii, quod nunc Novi Jorck Vocatur, Novae qz. Angliae & Partis Virginiae Accuratissima et Novissima Delineatio),
Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, London, ca. 1671. 14.5 x 11.5”. (HC) This finely engraved map is based on the influential Jansson-Visscher series.
Geographically the map follows Jansson, including the placement of nearly every European settlement along the coastline and rivers. It covers the Eastern seaboard
from just below the Chesapeake Bay to Pennobscot Bay. Most of the interior details appear sketchy and speculative and are occupied by large forests and wild animals.
Many of the place names have been revised to reflect the loss of the Dutch colony to the British in 1664. While Nieuw Nederlandt still appears for the region, the city
is named Nieu Jorck, the Dutch Fort Organie is named Albany, and Nieu Jarsey is now named. The unique decorative elements shows Native Americans in a variety
of occupations. Ref: Campbell (MCC-24) #21; McCorkle #671.1. A sharp impression with lovely color. Trimmed to neatlines at sides and expertly remargined with
a bit of the top right neatline in skilled facsimile. (B+)
$1400-1700
192. Colonial New England and Mid-Atlantic (Carte de la Nouvelle Angleterre, Nouvell Yorck, et Pensilvanie), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris,
1757. 11.6 x 8”. (HC) This French & Indian War period map details the English colonies from Pennsylvania through to Castine, Maine with their early boundaries.
It is fully engraved with topographical and watershed features. The colonies are shown confined east of the Allegheny Mountains with the Nations Iroquoises, Indian
villages, and several French forts located west of the mountains. It extends to show Lake Ontario and most of Lake Erie. A flourishing French rococo-style cartouche
decorates the map. Ref: McCorkle #757-1; cf Sellers & Van Ee #721. Minor tear and damp stain in the bottom margin. Faint offsetting in the map. (B+)$250-350
193. Colonial New England and Mid-Atlantic (A New and Accurate Map of the Province of New York and Part of the Jerseys, New England and Canada, Shewing the
Scenes of our Military Operations during the present War. Also the New Erected State of Vermont), Lodge, Political Magazine, London, 1780. 10.8 x 14.5”. (BW)
A detailed and interesting map of the field of military operations during the Revolutionary War from the St. Lawrence River and Lake Champlain down to Long
Island and west to Lake Ontario. It shows the various boundary disputes between New York and New Jersey, roads, forts, land grants and Indian territory. Vermont is
labeled “The Hampshire Grants or the New Erected State of Vermont.” The imprint below neat line is dated October 31, 1780 by J. Bew. Engraved by John Lodge.
Ref: Jolly POL-14; Sellers & van Ee #176; McCorkle #780-9. A nice example that was issued folding, now backed with archival tissue. A little soiling at lower left
and a small smudge at top just below neatline. The hand laid paper has two watermarks including a large circular mark with a figure inside. (B+)
$600-700
194. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Nova Virginiae Tabula), Hondius, Atlas, Amsterdam, [1636]. 19.8 x 15”. (HC) This graphic map is Henricus Hondius’ version of Capt. John
Smith’s important map of 1612, drawn from his brother’s map of 1618. After the death of Jodocus Hondius in 1629, his widow sold a number of plates to Blaeu.
Angry at the sale to a competitor, Henricus and Joannes Jansson engaged engravers to cut new plates, which were largely based on Jodocus’ work. This is the 5th
derivative of Smith’s map. It is beautifully engraved with topographical features and the locations of scores of Indian villages. In the upper left corner is an engraving
of the great Indian chief Powhatan seated on his throne and surrounded by his subjects. A Susquehanna chief, facing in toward Chesapeake Bay (opposite of Jodocus’
plate), is depicted on the right under a coat of arms. The English text on verso provides an interesting description of colony and the native Virginians. Ref: Burden
#228; Tooley (Amer) pp. 165-66. A nice example with a minor repair in the bottom border and margin, with a tiny bit of the neatline in facsimile. (B+)$2400-3000
195. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Nova Virginiae Tabula), Hondius/Blaeu, Novus Atlas, Amsterdam, [1642]. 19 x 15”. (HC) This is one of the most important seventeenth
century maps of the Chesapeake Bay region. The early settlement of Jamestown is noted as Iamestowne, and there are a number of other place names, both English
and Native American. The map was derived from Capt. John Smith’s map of 1612, which was the first to depict the bay and its tributaries with any accuracy. In the
upper left corner is an engraving of the great Indian chief, Powhatan, seated on his throne and surrounded by his subjects. A Susquehanna chief is depicted on the
right under the British coat-of-arms and a key cartouche. The plate was engraved by Dirck Grijp and was originally published by Jodocus Hondius Jr. in 1618. It was
purchased by Willem Blaeu shortly after Hondius’ death (1629) and Blaeu’s imprint replaced that of Hondius. German text on verso. Ref: Burden #193; Portinaro &
Knirsch KXXIV; Tooley (Amer) p. 161-62. Fine example with a sharp impression, old color and wide original margins. There is very minor soil in margins. (A+)
$2750-3500
196. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (A Map of Virginia and Maryland), Speed/Lamb, The Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain…, London, ca. 1676. 19.5 x 15”. (HC) The
English text verso gives an up-to-date description of the colonies, adding to the appeal of this sought-after and decorative map engraved by Francis Lamb. Oriented
with north to the right, the map shows both the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays and Part of New Iarsy. Following John Smith’s general outline, Lamb draws upon
Augustine Herrman’s landmark map for improved geography and English nomenclature, as well as its depiction of the Delaware Bay and River. The boundary between
Virginia and Maryland on the eastern shore, settled in 1688, is depicted with the Herrman-like usage of a double line of trees. The map is beautifully decorated with
the Royal Arms of England and a large elegant title cartouche. First state with the imprint of Bassett and Chiswell. Ref: Burden #456; Goss (NA) #40 Tooley (Amer)
p.170, Derivative 9, state 1. Sharp impression with good margins. There is an old repaired tear that enters the border at top near center and an unrepaired tear in the
top margin, not affecting the map. Small masking tape hinges on verso of top margin have left stains. Old owner’s label attached on verso in margin. (B+)
$4750-5500
197. Colonial Mid- Atlantic (Virginie), Mallet, Description de l’Univers, Paris, ca. 1683. 4.2 x 6”. (HC) Well engraved miniature map of the Chesapeake Bay region
locating the colony of Jamestown and the village of Pomejok. Several Indian tribes are named including the Powhatan. Virginia is bounded to the west and north
by Canada ou Nouvelle France. Title is in a curtain draped cartouche at top. French text on verso. Ref: Burden #567. Some minor soiling in the blank margin, else
fine. (A)
$300-375
198. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Carte Particuliere de Virginie, Maryland, Pennsilvanie, la Nouvelle Jersey Orient et Occidental), Jaillot/Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 31.5
x 20.5”. (HC) This large, important nautical chart covers the mid-Atlantic coastline from Staten Island in New York south to Carratuck Inlet in North Carolina with
the Chesapeake Bay featured prominently. Two compass roses orient north to the right. The chart is a close copy of John Thornton & William Fisher’s chart of the
same region that appeared in the English Pilot in 1689. Cartographically it is largely based on the extremely important and rare Augustine Herrman map. The map
provides exceptional detail of the waterways including soundings, navigational hazards, and coastal communities. Philadelphia is prominently shown. The chart
was prepared by Alexis-Hubert Jaillot, and appeared in the atlas Suite du Neptune Francois in 1700 and Atlas Nouveau in 1708, published by Pierre Mortier whose
imprint is in the distance scale at lower left. Ref: Papenfuse & Coale, Fig. 29. Original outline color and very fine condition for such a large chart. There are a few
faint spots in the map. There are clean separations on the fold and a couple short edge tears in the wide margins, not affecting the map. (A)
$7000-9000
199. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Virginie, Grande Region de l’Amerique Septentrionale, avec tous ses Bourgs, Hameaux, Rivieres et Bayes, Suivant les Recherches Exactes
de ceux qui l’ont Decouverte …), Aa, Leiden, [1729]. 14 x 11.5”. (BW) This is a rare map of the Chesapeake Bay based on the Hondius/Blaeu version of John
Smith’s prototype. Van der Aa purchased the plates of various Dutch publishers including those of Jacob van Meurs, who originally published this map under the title
Nova Virginiae Tabula in Montanus’ De Nieuwe en onbekende Weereld… in 1671. The plate has been extensively revised with a completely new title cartouche that
incorporates a scale in German and French leagues, and the addition of longitude figures in the borders. A clearly defined eastern coastline of the Delaware peninsula
now appears where a distance scale cartouche was previously located. Some new names, including Baltimore and three counties in eastern Maryland, have been
added to the already extensive place names. Described in Coolie Verner’s carto-bibliography on Smith’s Virginia as Derivative 8, state 2 (in Tooley’s The Mapping
of America). The Van der Aa state was published in his rare La Galerie Agreable du Monde. It is much more rare than the other states. Ref: Burden #413; Tooley
(Amer) p. 169. Sharp impression with faint toning along the centerfold, still overall very good. (B+)
$1800-2200
200. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Virginia Marylandia et Carolina in America Septentrionali Britannorum industria excultae), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1730. 22.8 x 19.2”.
(HC) This handsome map of the mid-Atlantic colonies is balanced with an exquisite pictorial cartouche filling the lower right. It locates the large hypothetical lake
(Apalache Lacus) west of Craven County, Carolina. Some counties and many rivers of eastern Virginia are shown, but western Virginia is vague with only Germantown,
Mister Krug’s Plantation and Fort Christ Anna named. Florida is shown extending west of Virginia, all the way north to Lake Erie. Maryland along Cheseapeake
Bay [sic] shows many rivers and towns with soundings in most bays, and the coastline of North Carolina is fairly accurate. Philadelphia is shown correctly in this
second state (Williams & Johnson) as a block plan resting between the Schuylkill River and another branch, not divided by the rambling Sasquesahanag River as in
earlier editions. New Jersey is divided vertically into west and east sections. There is a large Sandy Hook, a minuscule Manhattan, and a thin Long Island Sound.
The huge title cartouche depicts European merchants, Indians, trade goods, and the fruits of land and sea -- imagery intended to attract people to the New World. Ref:
Cumming (SE) #156, Williams & Johnson #7. Very nice map. Small damp stain in title cartouche and some very light toning along left margin. (B+)$1900-2200
201. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Carte de la Virginie et du Maryland Dressee sur la Grande Carte Angloise de Mrs. Josue Fry et Pierre Jefferson…), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas
Universel, Paris, 1755. 25.5 x 19.2”. (HC) This handsome map is the first state of Didier Robert de Vaugondy’s edition of the Fry-Jefferson map that was published
in London by Thomas Jeffreys in the same year (A Map of the most Inhabited part of Virginia). It details the region from Cape May in New Jersey to the Currituck
Inlet and inland with finely engraved details of the interior regions of Virginia, the ridges and valleys of the Appalachians, and the Chesapeake and Delaware Bays.
The locations of native camps and wagon roads are noted as well. Delaware is labeled as De La War Counties. Peter Jefferson was Thomas Jefferson’s father, and
Joshua Fry was a commander in the colonial militia during the French and Indian War. Due to the rarity and high value of the English version of the Fry-Jefferson
map, this French version is the earliest obtainable map to accurately depict the interior of Virginia beyond the Tidewater, and is an essential map for the Virginia map
collection. Ref: cf Cumming (SE) #281; Pedley #470; Phillips, (VA) pp. 49. Original outline color with rough edges to the wide margins, not affecting map. (A)
$3000-3750
202. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Carte de la Baye de Chesapeack et Pays Voisins), Bellin, l’ Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1757. 11.4 x 7.5”. (HC) Finely engraved
colonial map covering most of Virginia, Maryland, Delaware with a bit of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The interior is fully engraved with mountains and great
detail along the rivers. An early network of trails and wagon roads are delineated, plus watershed and some topographical information. It extends west to beyond
Fort Cumberland and locates Annapolis, Fredericksburg, Williamsburg, Norfolk, and Philadelphia. The delicate rococo-style title cartouche incorporates the distance
scale. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1383; cf. Tooley (MCC 96) #875 Dark impression that is slightly blurred with nice color. There is a paper flaw in the bottom margin.
Wide, original margins. (B+)
$300-375
203. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Map of the Country between Wills Creek and Fort du Quesne), Anon., Grand Magazine of Magazines, London, [1758]. 4.6 x 7.4”. (BW)
This rare map illustrates the infamous march of General Braddock’s British Army to Fort Duquesne (Pittsburgh) at the beginning of the French and Indian War, which
ended in the Battle of the Monongahela (or the Battle of the Wilderness, or just Braddock’s Defeat). It is based on a drawing by Capt. William Orme, an aide-de-camp
to General Braddock, and shows nineteen encampments along the route. It covers the region of southwestern Pennsylvania, northern Virginia and western Maryland.
The map is decorated with a title cartouche and compass rose. Longitude is shown west from Philadelphia, which is unusual for a map published in England. The
Grand Magazine of Magazines was a short-lived publication issued between July 1758 and December 1759. Maps from the magazine are very scarce. Ref: Jolly
GMOM-15. The margin is close, nearly to the neatline at upper left. The map is a bright and early impression with no other flaws. (A)
$400-600
204. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Pensylvania Nova Jersey et Nova York cum Regionibus ad Fluvium Delaware in America sitis…), Seutter/Lotter, Augsburg, ca. 1760. 19.5
x 22.6”. (HC) This is a notable pre-Revolutionary War era map based on Lewis Evans’ map of 1749, one of the first and most important maps of the region. This
German version had wider circulation than the Evans map and therefore significant influence on the European view of the colonies. It extends from New England
to the estuaries of the Delaware and Chesapeake. The British colonies are confined east of the Appalachian Mountains and are depicted with some early, inaccurate,
boundary configurations. New Hampshire’s entire eastern border is the Atlantic Ocean. Massachusetts is just below New Hampshire, but does not include Boston or
Cape Cod, which are shown as part of Connecticut. New York is divided into three sections and includes the western part of Massachusetts and Vermont. The map
is graphically engraved to shows mountains, forests, colonial settlements and Indian villages. Two ornate cartouches fill opposite corners of the map. The title is surrounded in an elaborate engraving featuring William Penn bartering with the natives and indigenous flora and fauna. The distance scale and map key are enclosed in a
decorative cartouche with a compass rose. Lotter originally engraved this map for his father-in-law, Matthias Seutter. In 1756 he then succeeded Seutter and replaced
the imprint with his own. Ref: McCorkle #750.4. Light toning in the image. There are some tissue reinforcements and pastel on the verso. (B+)
$1600-1900
205. Colonial Mid-Atlantic (A Map of the Provinces of New-York and New-Jersey, with a part of Pennsylvania and the Province of Quebec, from the Topographical Observations of C. J. Sauthier), Lotter, 1777. 22.1 x 29.5”. (HC) A beautiful Revolutionary War period map of New York and New Jersey with portions of Pennsylvania and
Quebec. The map details areas crucial to the war’s early years, particularly the Hudson Valley and Lake Champlain. It covers from the eastern edge of Lake Ontario
up the St. Lawrence to the Connecticut River in the north, and from Chesapeake Bay along the New Jersey shore to Long Island across to Martha’s Vineyard in the
southern portion of the map. The western part of New York is labeled Country of the Six Nations referring to the Indian nations of the Iroquois Confederacy. One
of the nicer features of this large map is the meticulously rendered river systems and towns, particularly the Hudson and Connecticut Rivers. Large counties fill the
northern part of New York and a line bisects New Jersey into eastern and western provinces. The prime meridian is shown through New York. There is a small inset
map of Chesapeake Bay at lower left. This map is a smaller version, re-engraved by Lotter, of Claude Joseph Sauthier’s map of 1776 that was published in London
by Faden. This issue by Lotter was directed at a German audience, probably because of the high number of German mercenaries fighting with the British army and
the increasing international interest by Europeans in North American affairs. This example was obviously issued for military use; printed on two joined sheets and
backed with contemporary linen.
Claude Joseph Sauthier, a French draughtsman and surveyor, drew on his own detailed surveys for this map, as well as on the surveys of Bernard Ratzer another important surveyor and mapmaker in the years preceding the Revolution. Sauthier accompanied William Tryon to North Carolina in 1767 and then to New York in 1771.
Appointed surveyor for the Province of New York in 1773 he was involved in determining the disputed boundaries of the province. After 1776 he was employed as a
military surveyor. His map gave British commanders an excellent overview of areas that would be crucial in the early years of the war, edition. The prime meridian
is New York. An inset of the Chesapeake Bay is at the lower left. Ref: McCorkle #777.20; Sellers & Van Ee #1048. Original color with light overall toning and some
minor surface soil. (A)
$2500-3500
206. Maryland and Delaware ([Lot of 2] Map of the Country Contiguous to the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal [and] Chesapeake & Delaware Canal), Tanner, Philadelphia,
1824. 10.5 x 8.8”. (BW) The two maps are complete with the original Fifth General Report of the President and Directors of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal
Company, Mathew Carey, Chairman. The two maps are early productions by Henry Tanner. The first covers the region between Baltimore and Philadelphia. The
proposed canal is clearly delineated. The second map has a Topographical View that presents a very detailed plan of the canal between the confluence of Back Creek
with Elk River across to the Delaware River at a point near Fort Delaware. The canal was envisioned by regional business leaders, including Benjamin Franklin and
Benjamin Rush. When it was finished in 1829 the canal reduced, by nearly 300 miles, the water routes between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Both maps have offsetting but the paper is sound. The disbound report is generally clean, but there is a tear on the back page partially closed with archival tape. (B)
$200-250
207. United States - Mid-Atlantic (Map of Pennsylvania New Jersey and Delaware Constructed from the Latest Authorities), Finley, Philadelphia, ca. 1827. 21.8 x 17.3”.
(HC) This folding version of Finley’s atlas map delineates the counties, roads, limited watershed, scores of towns and villages. The “Statistical Table” gives populations by county for 1810 and 1820. Maps from Finley’s folio A New American Atlas are scarce, but the 15 maps were also published in a rare pocket atlas version
that is scarcer still. The maps in this issue were printed on thin paper folding into 3.5” x 6” format. This example is from an edition published between 1827 and
1830. Ristow says, “The same plates, with dates and publisher’s name changed, were used by S. Augustus Mitchell in 1831 for an atlas published under the same
title as Finley’s 1826 volume.” This map does not contain Mitchell’s imprint and appears as an unrecorded edition published by Finely prior to his collaboration with
Mitchell. Ref: cf Philips (A) #1378; Ristow page 270. Fine original color and crisp impression. Professionally backed with archival tissue to support folds. A few
fold intersections with tiny loss, and toned on fold. (B+)
$250-350
208. United States - Mid-Atlantic (Map of Pennsylvania New Jersey and Delaware compiled from the latest authorities), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1832. 22 x 16.8”. (HC)
This is probably the first edition of Mitchell’s finely engraved pocket map of Pennsylvania. This map is the same size and looks identical his first edition atlas map of
1831 except with the addition of four insets: the Lehigh and Schuylkill Coal Regions, Vicinity of Philadelphia, Vicinity of Pittsburg and Vicinity of Lancaster. There
are many roads, towns, railroads and topographical features noted, typical of these wonderfully detailed maps. Original published by Finley; Mitchell purchased
his plates in 1831and issued them under his own name. This is a very early issue with Mitchell’s imprint and an attractive keyboard-style border. Printed on fine
banknote paper and folding into original red leather, gilt-stamped boards measuring 3” x 5”. Paper label inside the front cover gives the census figures of 1830 for
Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. The map is generally clean and bright with wonderful original color and a couple of small spots and light offsetting. A tiny
tear at binding point is closed with archival tape. The boards are very good with only slight wear and a few spots on the inner paper label. (B+)
$300-400
209. United States - Mid-Atlantic (A Map of the Principal Canal and Rail Road Improvements which will Connect with the Balt. & Susqa. Rail Road at York), Report of
the...Baltimore and Susquehannah Rail Road Company, Baltimore, 1835. 15.5 x 16”. (HC) The map extends from Lakes Ontario and Erie to the southern border of
Virginia with the major waterways outlined in blue. Shows rivers, canals, cities and railroads at the time when canal transportation was vital to commerce and expansion of the United States. Railroads were in their infancy, and the map shows how the two (railroads and canals) will complement each other. Among the several lines
shown are the B&O, Winchester RR, Oxford, Camden & Amboy rail lines, some of the earliest railroads to use steam power. According to Modelski the Baltimore
and Susquehannah Railroad was chartered in 1828 and began service to York, Pennsylvania in 1838. The map names this short railroad as the B&S RR. Drawn by
G.F. de la Roche, C. Engr., lithography by John Penniman, Baltimore. Folds into the original Report of the President and Directors of the Baltimore and Susquehannah Rail Road Company to the Stockholders. The report describes future planned expansion, rail miles, etc., and is signed by Alexander Nesbet, President. Printed
by Sands & Neilson, Baltimore. Ref: Modelski #341. Map is toned along horizontal fold with short split at right and small fold intersection splits. The report is very
good. (B+)
$400-500
210. United States - Mid-Atlantic ([Lot of 10] Geologic Atlas of the United States), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Washington D.C., 1894-1917. 19 x 22”. (PC)
A. Geologic Atlas of the United States Washington Folio #70
B. Geologic Atlas of the United States Fredericksburg Folio #13
C. Geologic Atlas of the United States Harpers Ferry Folio #10
D. Geologic Atlas of the United States Nomini Folio #23
E. Geologic Atlas of the United States Piedmont Folio #28
F. Geologic Atlas of the United States Tolchester Folio #204
G. Geologic Atlas of the United States Choptank Folio #182
H. Geologic Atlas of the United States Payuxent Folio #152
I. Geologic Atlas of the United States St. Mary’s Folio #136
J. Geologic Atlas of the United States Norfolk Folio #80
All folios are ex-library. Overall condition is very good to satisfactory with the following clarifications: #70 has a loose binding and damp stains on map pages in
blank margins; #23 has damp stains in top and bottom margins; #182 has two short tears and a damp stain on bottom edge; #152 has damp stains along bottom and
right edges and front cover is chipped and torn; #136 toning to front cover and first page, with a repair on back cover; #80 repairs to front and back covers.
$210-250
211. Colonial Southeast (Virginiae Item et Floridae Americae Provinciarum, Nova Descriptio), Hondius, Gerardi Mercatoris Atlas, Amsterdam, [1619]. 19 x 13.5”. (HC)
This stunning map was compiled from two of the most important source maps of the early colonial period: John White’s Virginia and Jacques le Moyne’s Florida.
Hondius’ map became the prototype map of the region for the first half of the 17th century and continued to influence the cartography of the region until the middle
of the 18th century. Largely due to the enormous success of Hondius’ Atlas, Le Moyne’s erroneous depiction of a large inland lake (Lacus aquae dulcis) from which
the R. de May (St. John’s River) flows in a southeasterly direction was popularized. Chesapeake Bay, here called Chesepioock Sinus, and the area south towards C.S.
Romano Hispanis are shown in their White delineations. The Indian villages of Paquiwok, Croatoan, and Wococon are named in the Outer Banks and several others
along the Albemarle and Pamlico Sounds. The map is extensively decorated with depictions of Indian villages incorporated in the title cartouche, a Floridian king
and queen and Virginian natives in a canoe taken from De Bry, wildlife including a wild turkey, ships, sea monsters and a superb compass rose. French text on verso.
Ref: Burden #151; Cumming #26; Williams & Johnson #3. Fine impression and lovely old color. There is an old paper repair on the bottom fold, not near the map.
Linen hinge remnants on verso. (A)
$2750-3500
212. Colonial Southeast (Virginia et Florida), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas his Pilgrimes…, [1625]. 7.25 x 6”. (BW) Handsome small map based on Hondius’ folio map
of the same name, with cartography from John White’s Virginia and Jacques le Moyne’s Florida as interpreted by Theodore de Bry. In the Apalacci Montes there is a
notation concerning the presence of both gold and silver, and the fictitious Lacus Dulcis is shown just below. Titled above Hondius his map of Florida, English text
below; the page is 8 x 12”. A few minor spots in image, else fine. (B+)
$600-700
213. Colonial Southeast (Virginiae partis australis, et Floridae partis orientalis, interjacentiumq regionum Nova Descriptio), Blaeu, Appendice, Amsterdam, ca. 1638. 19.8
x 15.3”. (HC) This lovely map of the Southeast extends from the southern part of Chesapeake Bay to northern Florida. Cartographically it improves on the Hondius
map of 1606, on which it was derived, with Chesapeake Bay correctly indicated as a large bay and the Carolinas and Georgian coasts depicted more accurately. The
map presents the English and French colonial interests in the region as depicted by their respective royal arms. At the southern end of the Appalachians is a note concerning gold and silver mines. Richly decorated with a large cartouche flanked by Native Americans. The Atlantic Ocean contains two compass roses, three sailing
ships and two aquatic putti holding the German scale of miles. Latin text on verso. Ref: Burden #253. Text show-through in the image. Some minor toning in the
margin. (B+)
$1600-2000
214. Colonial Southeast (Pas Kaart Van de Kust van Carolina Tusschen C de Canaveral en C Henry…), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1687. 22 x 20”. (BW) This scarce Dutch
sea chart is one of the most handsome early maps of the Carolina coastline. It covers the coast from the southern part of the Chesapeake Bay to Cape Canaveral in
northern Florida with north oriented to the right. It also includes a large inset of Charleston Harbor showing Charles Towne in its original location on the west bank
of the Rio Grande (Ashley River). The chart uses Le Moyne and White nomenclature in addition to old Spanish names for some of the capes, reflecting the lack of
any significant settlement or discoveries made in this region during the 17th century. Drawn by C.J. Vooght and published in Van Keulen’s Zee-Fakkel and Zee-Atlas.
This is the second state with page number 18 at lower left. Ref: Burden #589; Cumming (SE) #91, plt. 40. Nice sharp impression. Lightly toned with faint offsetting
and narrow top and bottom margins, as issued. A 3” x 1/4” section on the bottom fold has been expertly restored with skilled facsimile of some rhumb lines. (B+)
$3500-4500
215. Colonial Southeast (Carte de la Caroline et Georgie), Bellin, Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1757. 11 x 7.4”. (BW) Delicately engraved map of the colonies
of Carolina and Georgia from Albemarle Sound to the Alatamaha River. It probably owes its origin to the 1752 map of the region by Emanuel Bowen. There are
numerous English settlements along the coast and Indian villages are located throughout, including a number west of the Appalachian Mountains. There is more detail
in the area west of the Blue Ridge than in many other maps of the period. The map shows a rudimentary course of the Tennessee River in the northwestern section
of the map. A decorative rococo-style title cartouche incorporates the distance scale. Ref: Cummings (SE) #311; Sellers & van Ee #1384. A lovely near flawless
example with wide margins and dark impression. Apparent centerfold darkening is from back strap. (A+)
$275-325
216. Southeastern United States (A Map of the States of Virginia North Carolina South Carolina and Georgia Comprehending the Spanish Provinces of East and West
Florida Exhibiting the Boundaries between the Unites States and Spanish Dominions as Fixed by the Treaty of Peace in 1783), Purcell, Morse’s American Universal
Geography, Boston, [1793]. 14.8 x 12.5”. (BW) This fine map is a fascinating historical document of the United States following the Revolutionary War. It includes
an early reference to the Country of Frankland in western North Carolina. The map includes a great amount of information including boundaries claimed by the
various Indian Nations and trading paths on the western frontier. It shows early settlements, including a Moravian Settlement in North Carolina, and the Cumberland
Settlements in present-day Tennessee. At the top of the map, in the nascent Northwest Territory, the 7 Ranges denote the first application of the Public Land Survey
System. Several bounty land grants are shown including the Ohio Company, Wabash Company, New Jersey Company and Illinois Company and the Donation Lands
of the Commonwealth of Virginia. A triangular shaped plot of land in the region of present-day West Virginia is labeled Indiana. This is the second state with the date
erased from the New Haven imprint of Amos Doolittle at bottom and the addition of the Boston imprint of Thomas and Andrews at top.
In 1785, settlers in present-day western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee organized a state government to be named in honor of Benjamin Franklin, Franklinia
or Frankland. Congress turned down their appeal but the state maintained a legislature and governor until 1788. This ephemeral state appeared on a small number
of maps into the early part of the 19th century.
The Revolutionary government of the United States used bounty land grants in their struggle for independence from Great Britain. The free lands exchanged for
military service provided an effective technique for enrolling support for the war and encouraging re-enlistments. Generally the bounty lands were located on the
western frontier, which provided another benefit to the government. Populating the frontier with citizens skilled in defense offered the best prospect in enticing other
settlers to join them, thus eventually increasing the tax rolls.
The region shown on this map as Indiana was originally granted to a Philadelphia trading company by the Iroquois Confederacy in 1768. Then in 1776 it was sold
to the Indiana Land Company, but was also claimed by the State of Virginia as a part of her original charter. The resulting battle between the private land company
and Virginia resulted in the Eleventh Amendment to the U.S. Constitution and is one of the most interesting chapters in the history of the young United States. Ref:
Baynton-Williams (TMC-72] p. 15, #2.i; Sellers & Van Ee #1410; Wheat & Brun #494. A nice example with just a few flaws: Short tear at binding edge, closed on
verso, a couple spots and archival tape on verso at one fold intersection. (B+)
$1000-1200
217. Southeastern United States (Carte de la Caroline Meridionale et Septentrionale et de la Virginie), Tardieu, Atlas Universel de Geographie Physique et Politique, Paris,
ca. 1797. 17 x 12.8”. (HC) The map shows all of North and South Carolina, Virginia and Maryland, with portions of New Jersey and Georgia. Good detail in the
states with many roads and settlements located. The Chesapeake is well shown. The huge region to the west has early topography and watershed, but is virtually
devoid of settlement except for a few forts and some interesting place names like Hurricane Tom’s. Four distance scales and longitude is noted from both Paris and
the Isle de Fer. Published by Chanlaire & Mentelle. Fine, thick paper with very wide margins and deckle edged. Nice impression and color. There are binding holes
in the left margin, well away from the image. (A)
$500-650
218. Southeastern United States (Carte des Provinces Meridionales des Etats-Unis), Rochefoucald Liancourt, ca. 1807. 19.8 x 13.5”. (BW) French edition of this interesting
map that covers all of the Carolinas with parts of Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee and Georgia. Between Tennessee and Georgia is a long strip of land labeled United
States Territory. This land originally belonged to South Carolina but was ceded back to the United States in 1787. Numerous Indian villages are shown, especially in
the region of present-day Alabama. Very faint offsetting in the image and one small rust spot, else fine. Binding trim at left. Issued folded now flat. (A)$350-450
219. Colonial Southern United States (La Floride), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…, Paris, [1683]. 10 x 7”. (HC)
This influential map shows the Spanish and French possessions in the southern part of the United States. The map extends from the southernmost part of Virginia
to the coast of what is now Texas. When first introduced by Sanson in 1657, this map was the first to use the name L. Erie in an atlas and to introduce several new
rivers in Virginia. The French claims in the Carolinas are reasserted with the region named Floride Francoise, despite the region not having had any French presence
for nearly 100 years. The place name Caroline is not related to the future English colony of Carolina. Instead it is a confusion between the French Fort Caroline on
the St. Johns River, and Charlefort that was located near Port Royal. This issue is from a re-engraved plate published by Joannes Ribbius and Simon de Vries. Ref:
Burden #326; Cumming (SE) #53. Light overall toning with some roughness along paper edges. (A)
$650-800
220. Colonial South, Florida (A Map of the New Governments, of East & West Florida), Gibson, Gentleman’s Magazine, London, [1763]. 10 x 7.5”. (BW) This map
was published in November 1763 just a few weeks after the British acquisition of Florida at the conclusion of the French and Indian War. The region was divided into
two British provinces, East and West Florida. The division was along the Apalachicola River, the boundary line for the Royal Proclamation of 1763 that extended
from the Ohio River to Florida along the watershed of the Appalachian and Allegheny Mountains. The Proclamation was designed to reduce confrontation between
Indians and colonists by outlawing English settlement west of the line. East Florida encompassed primarily the Florida peninsula; West Florida included the Gulf
Coast region from the Apalachicola River to the Mississippi River south of 31 of latitude. The map locates many settlements, swamps, and rivers. Southern Florida is
split by many waterways, giving the appearance that it’s made up of numerous small islands. A large inset, Plan of the Harbour and Settlement of Pensacola, provides
good detail of the Bay of Sta. Maria Galres (now Pensacola Bay) complete with soundings and a compass rose. Ref: Cumming (SE) #336; Jolly GENT-171. Nice
example with good impression, a little light offsetting. Close trim at left margin. (A)
$400-475
221. Colonial South (Carte de la Louisiane, et de la Floride), Bonne, Raynal’s Atlas de toutes les parties connues du globe terrestre, Paris, ca. 1780. 8.4 x 12.6”. (HC)
This handsome map of the American Southeast and the Mississippi River Valley extends from Charleston, South Carolina west to include New Orleans and north into
southern Illinois. In this French-produced map Louisiana extends to the Appalachian mountains bordering the southern colonies. The Mississippi and Ohio Rivers
are well delineated. Florida is shown with its panhandle extending west to include Mobile and Biloxi. Locates Charles Town, Savannah, St. Augustine, Mobile,
Pensacola and several far western settlements and forts in the frontier. A small inset provides details of the Missouri River. Six distance scales. Very fine example
with crisp impression and full, original margins. (A+)
$160-200
222. Southern United States (Map of Louisiana from D’Anville’s Atlas), Harrison, Philadelphia, 1788. 19.5 x 12.3”. (BW) English version of D’Anville’s 1732 Carte
de la Louisiane, drawn by Haywood and engraved by Bowen. The map focuses on the Mississippi delta, showing the Red River as far as Adayes, a Spanish garrison
of the Province of Tecas. The coastal area extends in the east from Cape San Blas and Apalachicola Bay (C. Escondido) to an area named Cabo del Norte shown
with a small island off the cape. It names New Orleans, Fort Conde, Pensacola, Fort Louis and Mobiliens. The northern portion of Louisiana Territory is portrayed
in an inset. The map has many notations of towns destroyed by battles, both Indian and French. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1616; cf Lemmon, Magill & Wiese, Charting Louisiana #24. A nice example that hasn’t been modified with modern coloring. Just a hint of toning in the centerfold and blank margins, else very good. (B+)
$600-700
223. Southern United States (Carte de la Floride et de la Georgie), Tardieu, Atlas Universel de Geographie Physique et Politique, Paris, ca. 1797. 17 x 12.5”. (HC) Handsome early map covering from South Carolina to Florida and the Bahamas and much of the lower Mississippi valley. The map depicts Florida and southern Louisiana
during the period it was controlled by the Spanish. There are no engraved political divisions indicating the mapmaker’s bias toward the territorial claims of neither
Spain nor the United States. In Georgia, settlement is confined to east of the mountains, while a large number of Indian villages and a few French forts are shown
on the western frontier. The map provides an excellent view of the Gulf Coast with a dramatically oversized Tampa Bay (Baie de St. Esprit), reflecting the limits of
contemporary knowledge of the region. Numerous Indian villages are located and roads are shown connecting early settlements. In central Florida the furthest south
settlements are Dest, Suliga and Allavatra. The Bahamas are also well delineated. Published by Chanlaire & Mentelle. Small printer’s crease in lower left image,
else fine. There are binding holes in the left margin, well away from the image. (A)
$700-800
224. United States - Southern (Map of Kentucky and Tennessee Compiled from the Latest Authorities), Mitchell, A New American Atlas, Philadelphia, 1831. 21.5 x 17”.
(HC) This map of Kentucky and Tennessee is from Mitchell’s first cartographic publication, A New American Atlas, which was a reprint of Anthony Finley’s atlas
published in 1826. The plates for the atlas were drawn by D.H. Vance and engraved by J.H. Young. Mitchell made several changes from the previous publication,
including removing Vance’s name and adding his own imprint and a decorative border. The table gives 1820 population statistics divided into White, Free Blacks, and
Slaves, and population growth figures from 1790 to 1820. The map shows well-developed county lines with the recent founding of Anderson and Hancock counties
in Kentucky, and Fayette, Haywood and McNairy counties in Tennessee. Ref: Ristow, p. 303-304 Original hand color with light toning along the centerfold and a
centerfold split at top and bottom that has been repaired on verso with archival tape. Small stain to the right of the title. (B+)
$2000-2400
225. United States - Southern (Map of Louisiana Mississippi and Alabama Constructed from the Latest Authorities), Mitchell, A New American Atlas, Philadelphia, 1831.
21.5 x 17”. (HC) This map of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama is from Mitchell’s first cartographic publication, A New American Atlas, which was a reprint
of Anthony Finley’s atlas published in 1826. The plates for the atlas were drawn by D.H. Vance and engraved by J.H. Young. Mitchell made several changes from
the previous publication, including removing Vance’s name and adding his own imprint and a decorative border. A table gives statistical information on the size and
population of each state, including population breakdowns by status and occupation. The map shows early county development for Louisiana through 1825, Mississippi through 1828, and Alabama through 1827, with large tracts of land still delineated as Indian territories. Ref: Ristow, p. 303-304 Original hand color with light
toning along the centerfold and a centerfold split at top and bottom that has been repaired on verso with archival tape. Part of blank margin in upper-left corner is
missing. (B+)
$2000-2400
226. Southern United States (Map of the States of Mississippi, Louisiana, and the Arkansas Territory), Hinton, History of the United States of America…, London, ca.
1832. 10.5 x 16”. (BW) A very detailed map showing Indian tribes, parishes, rivers, forts and roads. The map extends to the Sabine River with Mexico to the west.
Arkansas Territory, with early county development, is included. The Mississippi Delta area is especially well-rendered, graphically depicting the swamps. Topography is shown via bold hachure and swamps and wetlands are depicted with shading. Beautiful example with crisp impression on fine ivory toned paper. Narrow left
margin, as issued. (A)
$200-275
227. Southern United States ([Lot of 3] Florida [and] Arkansas [and] Mississippi), Colton, Atlas of the World, New York, 1855. 15 x 12.5”. (HC) This matched set of
maps all have the decorative scroll-style border. The lot includes::
1) This detailed map of Florida shows the state with only thirty-one established counties. The south is dominated by Monroe, Dade, Manatee, Brevard and Hillsboro
counties. The map does not include Liberty County, which was formed from part of Gadsden in 1855. Madison is in its large configuration with Layfette and Taylor
to be carved out in 1856. There is a good network of early roads in the panhandle, but no railroad are indicated even though the legend shows them. A railroad is
named just north in Georgia. Tallahassee is shown as the state capital. There is good detail of wagon roads, forts and villages, rivers and swamps. An inset, Plan of the
Florida Keys, continues to show the Keys to Tortugas Islands. Good detail throughout including interesting place names like the Indian area of Bowlegs Land.
2) Similar content and details to the Florida map above. The counties individually hand colored and are up-to-date to 1852 as no major county changes were made
between then 1859. A few railroads radiating from Little Rock are named, but are not shown according to the legend, including: the Ft. Smith Railroad, Arkansas
Midland R.R., and the Cairo & Fulton R.R. The map shows a surprisingly dense network of wagon roads connecting even the smallest settlement.
3) Similar in content and details to the maps above. The counties shown appear to be up-to-date state with more than 55 named and indicated in full color. A few
railroads radiate from Jackson: the New Orleans, Jackson & Great Northern heads south, the east-west line runs to Vicksburg and east only to Brandon. The Memphis & Charleston Railroad cuts across the northeast corner of the state. Filled with a dense network of wagon roads. Includes the separate atlas page describing
Mississippi. All are near fine with strong impression and bright original color on full sheets with wide margins. A little edge toning, still fine. (A+) $275-325
228. United States - Southern (The Historical War Map), Asher & Company, 1862. 24 x 24”. (HC) This pocket map is the very uncommon first issue of Asher’s important map of the Civil War battlefields. This map shows actions up to May 10, 1862 with the siege of Norfolk and the destruction of the Merrimac. Unlike Asher’s
later issues, this issue does not have a separate page listing of battles. They are instead listed on the map itself. In all, thirty-six battles are listed through May 1862,
making it one of the first publications listing battlefield sites. Each battle listed has a date and brief description of the battle as well as Union (but not Confederate)
casualties. There are also dates of secession for the Confederate states as well as the results of the voting in Kentucky for secession. The map covers the general area
of the war showing towns, railroads, waterways, forts, etc. State boundaries are colored green and battle sites are located with a reddish overprinted circle. The map
folds into stiff red pictorial covers with advertising for Mumford & Co. of Cincinnati. A scarce issue. Ref: Stephenson #23. The map is very clean with only some
very light soil, most of which is on folds. There are a few tiny fold intersection holes mostly reinforced on verso with small pieces of archival tape. The covers have
light wear with archival tape re-enforcement at the spine. (B+)
$700-800
229. United States - Southern (Map of the Military Operations During the War of 1861-1865 Designed Expressly to Accompany “The Lost Cause” a Standard Southern
History of the War), Colton, New York, 1867. 24 x 18”. (HC) This uncommon Civil War era map focuses on the South. It is extremely detailed showing railroads,
towns, cities and highlights battle sites with red hand color. The lower right has a “Chronology of the Principal Events of the War” which starts with Jeff. Davis’s
inauguration and ends with his capture. Surrounded by a decorative vine & trellis border. Copyrighted by G.W. & C.B. Colton and published by E. B. Treat & Co. in
The Lost Cause: A New Southern History of the War of the Confederates written by Edward A. Pollard. Fine original color and crisp impression. Folding as issued
on fine banknote style paper with some archival tape applied on verso to support fold intersections . (A)
$200-250
230. Colonial Central United States (Carte de la Louisiane et Pays Voisins Pour servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages), Bellin, l’ Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris,
1757. 12 x 8.6”. (HC) Superb small map based on Delisle’s map of the French colony of Louisiana. This finely engraved and detailed map of French Louisiana
extends from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico and from Nouveau Mexique to Florida (not showing the tip of Florida). Many Indian place names, forts and early
European settlements are shown. Nouveau Mexique in the far west includes Santa Fe and names the S. Jerome de Taos. The decorative title cartouche includes the
distance scale. Ref: cf Sellers & Van Ee #18. Faint offsetting in map, else fine. (A)
$200-250
231. Midwest, Wisconsin & Michigan (General Map to Accompany the Report of Capt. T.J. Cram, T.E., on the Survey of the Boundary between Michigan and Wiskonsin…), Cram, Washington D.C., [1842]. 16.8 x 18.3”. (BW) This important map and accompanying 12 page Senate report documents Capt. Cram’s second survey
of the disputed boundary between the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Wisconsin. The map clearly depicts the lands between the headwaters of the Menominee
and Montreal rivers and a survey of both rivers. It also shows the lower part of the Menominee river and ship channels in Green Bay, which were not surveyed due
to a lack of funds. This region remained in dispute for well over a century. <a href=”http://www.wsls.org/resources/library/item/77-wisconsin-upper-michigan-stateboundary-surveys” target=”_new”>Click here</a> for William C. Rohde’s treatise on the Wisconsin-Upper Michigan State Boundary Surveys. Folding and still
attached to the report with faint toning at the folds. (A)
$150-200
232. Midwest and Mid-Atlantic United States (Geological Map of the Middle and Western States), Hall, Geology of New York, Part IV...Survey of the Fourth Geological
District, New York, [1843]. 32 x 23”. (HC) This colorful lithographed geological map, produced by the eminent American geologist James Hall, blends science and
the art of cartography. Twenty-three geological formations are named and differentiated using hand applied color. The map covers the region of the United States from
its western boundary along the Mississippi River, east to Long Island and the Atlantic. It includes all or parts of Wisconsin, Illinois, Missouri, Kentucky, Virginia,
Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Delaware. The lakes Michigan, Huron, Erie and Ontario are shown. Lithographed
by Endicott of New York and signed in the plate by James Hall. A very nice example of an early and scarce geological map. Blank verso.
This important regional geological map employs the “New York System” of stratigraphic nomenclature developed by Hall and others at the New York Geological
Survey. This system emphasized the importance of paleontology for delineating geological units and introduced the concept of “type locality,” a primary reference
location used for defining the characteristics of geological formations. This map is the first regional application of this new system, which evolved into the standard
nomenclature used today for North America and much of the rest of the world. Ref: Marcou #32. A near flawless example that is lightly toned. Folding as issued
with full original hand coloring and dark impression. (A)
$200-300
233. United States - Central & Upper Midwest (Provisional Geological Map of Part of the Chippeway Land District of Wisconsin with Part of Iowa & of Minnesota Territory [with report] Report of a Geological Reconnaissance of the Chippewa land district of Wisconsin, and the northern part of Iowa), Owen, Report of a Geological
Reconnaissance, Washington D.C., ca. 1848. 25 x 33.8”. (HC) An early geological survey of the area from Prairie du Chien (here also Fort Crawford and Kipy
Saging) and north along the Mississippi River to the Minneapolis area and beyond to Duluth. The eastern range includes the rapids along the northern reaches of
the Wisconsin River. A legend in the lower right explains the use of color to indicate the twelve different geological formations. This scarce map was prepared to
illustrate David D. Owen’s report on his geological reconnaissance. Owen and his staff are reported to have worked 12-15 hours every day during the summer and
winter of 1847 for this notable survey. The map is still attached to the unbound 133-page report, 23 tinted lithograph plates and 14 sections. Folding as issued with
some toning and creasing. A short binding tear in left margin is closed on verso with archival tape. Some light scattered foxing on plates. (B+)
$275-350
234. Midwest - Minnesota and Dakotas (Minnesota), Colton, Atlas of the World, New York, 1855. 16 x 13”. (HC) A very handsome map with a transitional configuration
of Minnesota. Western Minnesota is soon to become Dakota Territory, but here it is merged with Minnesota and simply called Pembina. This huge unorganized area
occupies a good deal of today’s Minnesota in the west and north. Early county development in Minnesota with little sign of railroads yet. Interesting notation locates
vast prairies said to be “the great Hunting and Fighting Ground of Dakotah, Odjebwe, Assiniboin, Arikara, Minitarree and other Nations.” Filled with details of forts,
towns, watershed, lakes, and more. The map is surrounded in Colton’s signature strap work border. The map is near fine with a crisp impression, fine original color
and full margins. One small light spot in Pembina and a crease along lower margin with some edge tears, well away from image. (A)
$200-250
235. Midwest (Nebraska and Kanzas), Colton, General Atlas, New York, 1855. 15.6 x 12.8”. (HC) This is an important and early map of the transitional territories of
Nebraska and Kanzas. In 1854, the United States passed An Act to Organize the Territories of Nebraska and Kansas with this configuration. That act also repealed
the Missouri Compromise, allowing slavery in the territories north of the 36 30´N latitude, provoking violence in this region between pro-slavery and anti-slavery
settlers. Nebraska is shown as a massive territory - its northern border with Canada and incorporating the Dakotas west of the Missouri River, Wyoming and part
of Colorado. Kansas also reaches west to include part of present-day Colorado. Minnesota Territory is shown at its largest extent, with its western border on the
Missouri River. The territories are filled with Indian tribes; forts and a few settlements are concentrated along the major rivers. The explored routes for the proposed
Pacific railroads are shown. In Wyoming the Rattlesnake Mountains make their first appearance on an atlas map. Locates Fort Laramie and Kearney, to mention a
few. Names Cheyenne Pass, Devils Gate and Independence Rock. The map is surrounded with simple neatline border, distinguishing it from the strap-work border
editions published in the Atlas of the Word. Some toning and offsetting in image. (B+)
$180-240
236. United States - Central Midwest (Karte zur Ubersicht der Neuesten Forschungen Im Innern Nord-Amerika’s bis zum ostrande der Rocky Mts.), Petermann, Geographische Mittheilungen, Gotha, 1858. 9.6 x 7.5”. (HC) Very attractive and finely engraved map showing Lt. G.K. Warren’s routes in 1855 and 1856. Warren’s tracks
are highlighted as they traverse the Northern Plains between the Missouri River and the Rockies. The map extends to the Wasatch Mountains and the Green River
in the southwest and the Chippeway Indian land and Rainy Lake in the northeast. It locates numerous forts and Indian lands. Watershed and topographical details
include the elevations of river basins, plains and countless mountain peaks. Finely engraved map with original outline color. Minute pinhole near “Ogalala-Dakotas.”
(A+)
$140-180
237. United States - Central Midwest ([Lot of 12] Geologic Atlas of the United States), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Washington D.C., 1900-1926. 19 x 22”. (PC)
A. Geologic Atlas of the United States Chicago Folio #81, Includes: Riverside, Chicago, Desplaines, and Calumet Quadrangles
B. Geologic Atlas of the United States Tallula - Springfield Folio #188
C. Geologic Atlas of the United States Belleville - Breese Folio #195
D. Geologic Atlas of the United States Colchester - Macomb Folio #208
E. Geologic Atlas of the United States Carlyle - Centralia Folio #216
F. Geologic Atlas of the United States New Athens - Okawville Folio #213
G. Geologic Atlas of the United States Gillespie - Mount Olive Folio #220
H. Geologic Atlas of the United States Murphysboro - Herrin Folio #185
I. Geologic Atlas of the United States Danville Folio #67
J. Geologic Atlas of the United States Galena - Elizabeth Folio #200
K. Geologic Atlas of the United States Lancaster - Mineral Point Folio #145
L. Geologic Atlas of the United States Patoka Folio #105
All folios are ex-library. Overall condition is very good with the following clarifications and exceptions: #81 has binding coming loose and several chips along
borders of front cover; #208 and #185 have loose bindings with some damp stains along edges and frayed edges on pages; #67 has repairs to covers; #200 has tears
on Illustrations page repaired with cello and repairs on back cover; #145 is badly water damaged; #105 has chips to covers and toning.
$220-275
238. Western United States (Western Territories of the United States), Olney, Olney’s Atlas: Comprising Modern and Ancient Geography…, New York, 1847. 17.5 x 10.5”.
(HC) This is a great map showing the transitional boundaries of the American West. Oregon and Washington Territories are massive, stretching all the way from the
Pacific to the Rocky Mountains at the Continental Divide. The wide Utah Territory reaches across to the huge Nebraska Territory and extends from Canada’s border
down to Texas and Indian Territory. Minnesota is a large territory as well, this early edition not mentioning the Dacotahs. A Mormon settlement is noted on the Great
Salt Lake - making this one of the earliest maps to mention the settlement, as Joseph Smith and his followers had just settled in this region in 1847. Copyright 1847
D.F. Robinson and drawn and engraved by Sherman & Smith, but published circa 1850. Very nice color and good impression. Some light marginal soiling and erased
pencil marks in Utah, still very good. (A)
$200-300
239. Western United States (A New Map of the State of California, the Territories of Oregon, Washington, Utah & New Mexico), Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co., Mitchell’s New Universal Atlas, Philadelphia, 1850. 12.7 x 15.6”. (HC) A great map of California and the large western territories from this important series of maps
originating with Samuel Augustus Mitchell. The map is filled with early territory and county configurations, the exploration routes of Lewis and Clark, Fremont,
Kearney and Cooke, and the Spanish and Oregon Trails. Washington and Oregon have their eastern boundaries at the Continental Divide in the Rocky Mountains
adjoining Nebraska Territory. Their county development is confined to west of the Cascades except for the newly formed Skamania and Walla Walla counties. Utah
Territory extends to Middle Park and Long’s Peak in present-day Colorado where it borders Kansas and Nebraska Territory. Denver does not yet appear nor do any
of the early mining settlements to the west, however St. Vrains Fort is located. New Mexico Territory encompasses parts of present-day Colorado and Arizona and
shows the Gadsden Purchase border with Mexico. County development in California is well underway except in the south where the huge counties of San Diego, and
San Bernardino dominate. Decorative scroll borders in the characteristic green color. Dated 1850 but with information current to at least 1854. This is a beautiful
example, as fine as we have seen. (A+)
$600-800
240. Western United States (Map of that Portion of the Boundary between the United States and Mexico, from the Pacific Coast to the Junction of the Gila and Colorado
Rivers...and The Rio Gila from Near its Intersection with the Southern Boundary of New Mexico…), Gray, 33rd Congress, 2nd Session, Senate Exec. Doc No. 55,
Washington D.C., 1854-55. 48.5 x 21”. (BW) This map and report are the final documentation of the boundary between the United States and Mexico. This historic
and informative map shows the territory acquired under the treaty by Gadsden in 1854. It covers the region between the 30th and 34th parallels and extends from
Los Angeles to El Paso. The map also delineates two disputed boundaries, namely “Messrs Bartlett and Counde’s Line for Southern Boundary of New Mexico…”
and “Boundary of New Mexico marked on the Treaty Map (Disturnell) about 8 miles North of El Paso”. Insets of “Sketch of the Port of San Diego, surveyed by U.S.
Boundary Commission in 1849 and 1850”, “Table of Reference. Latitudes and Longitudes of Principal Points” and “Profile of Country from the Rio Grande to the
Gulf of California; and from Rio Grande to the junction of the Gila and Colorado Rivers.” A remarkable and very large cornerstone map of this important boundary
treaty. Still bound with the original, disbound, 50 page report that also includes That Part of Disturnell’s Treaty Map in the Vicinity of the Rio Grand and Southern
Boundary of New Mexico, which further illustrates the disputed region. Ref: Wheat [TMW] #821. Folding as issued with very minimal toning on a few folds and a
short repaired binding tear in the border. (B+)
$1200-1600
241. Western United States (Map Illustrating the General Geological Features of the Country West of the Mississippi River, Compiled from the Surveys of W.H. Emory),
Hall, U.S. and Mexican Boundary Survey, Vol. I, New York, 1857. 23 x 20”. (HC) This great map of the western United States was one of the first geological maps
of the region. It illustrates the many mineral resources that helped spur westward migration and expansion. The legend uses color to identify twelve geological formations. The map is also filled with terrific detail of mountains, watersheds, cities and roads. It covers the country from the Ohio River Valley to the Pacific and extends
to include the states of Sonora and Chihuahua in Mexico. The political divisions include the large western territories of Washington, Oregon, Utah, New Mexico,
Nebraska and Kansas. Drawn by Thomas Jekyill. Lithographed by Sarony, Major & Knapp, 449 Broadway, New York. Ref: Marcou & Marcou #52; Wheat [TMW]
#922; Blevins Wyoming #76. A very beautiful example with strong impression and bright original color. Small tear at left margin closed on verso with archival tape
and some extraneous creasing at lower centerfold, otherwise fine. (B+)
$600-800
242. Western United States (Map of the Territory of the United States from the Mississippi to the Pacific Ocean), Warren, U.S. Pacific Railroad Surveys, Washington
D.C., [1857]. 46.5 x 42”. (BW) Known as “Warren’s General Map,” this is a monumentally important map that is considered to be the first accurate overall picture
of the region. Wheat considered it so important that he dedicated eight pages to its description and called it the most important map produced by the Topographical
Engineers. Drawn on the polyconic projection, the map culminated a half-century of government explorations beginning with Lewis & Clark. Only 24 years old
when assigned the task, Warren used information from the U.S. Land Office, the Coast Survey, Topographical Engineers, the Adjutant General, the Quartermaster
General, the Indian Bureau, and Smithsonian Institution to obtain the latest information in developing this map. The majority of the map was completed by 1854,
but it was not fully complete when the first railroad survey report was published in 1855 and thus did not accompany all editions. A remarkable and scarce map that
represents the best geological knowledge of the day. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #936. Folding, as issued. A nice example that is lightly toned along some folds with a few
fold intersections. Backed with Japanese tissue to repair 8” binding tear at upper left and support folds. (B)
$1100-1400
243. Western United States (Map of the United States and Their Territories Between the Mississippi and the Pacific Ocean and Part of Mexico Compiled from Surveys…),
Emory, Mexican Boundary Survey, 1857-58. 22.8 x 20.2”. (BW) This map is one of the foundation maps for the western United States and represents the culmination of fifty years of government explorations. Starting with Lewis and Clark, there were numerous official and unofficial surveys and explorations, all adding to the
pool of knowledge presented here. While large sections are still labeled “unexplored territory,” Emory fitted these fragments together with the information gathered
during his surveys into a reasonably correct cartographic picture of the West. This map shows large, transitional territories of Nebraska, Kansas, New Mexico, Utah,
Oregon, Washington and Minnesota. It was drawn by Thomas Jekyll under the supervision of Lt. Nathaniel Michler of the Topographical Engineers. Lt. Michler
worked with his counterpart representing Mexico, Captain Francisco Jiménez, to survey between Nogales and Yuma including the area south of Arivaca. Ref: Wheat
(TMW) #916. Folding as issued with slight offsetting and fold toning. Repaired tear in left border with the normal binding trim in the margin. (B+) $375-450
244. Western United States (United States. Western States), Black, Black’s Atlas of the World, Edinburgh, ca. 1865. 10.5 x 16.4”. (PC) This map was published at a
time when many territorial borders were in transitory configurations: Washington extends to the Rocky Mountains, truncating both Idaho and Montana; and Arizona
extends west to incorporate the southeastern corner of Nevada. An inscription reads, “Engraved & Printed in colours by J. Bartholomew, Edinburgh.” Ref: IMCOS71, p. 17. Early printed color and light toning in margins. Small tear in margin not affecting map image, repaired on verso with archival tape. (A)
$140-180
245. Western United States (Map Illustrating the System of Parcs, the Domestic Relations of the Great Plains, the North American Andes, and the Pacific Maritime Front),
Gilpin, Mission of the North American People, Geographical, Social and Political, Philadelphia, [1873]. 23 x 21.3”. (HC) This is a fascinating and colorful map of
the western United States. The map is divided into regions with a System of Parcs following the Continental Divide. Several railroads bisect the West including the
Texas Pacific, Atlantic and Pacific, Kansas Pacific, Union Pacific and North Pacific. Several railroads are not named including two that extend south though Mexico.
Also includes details of the Indian Reservations, forts and watershed. Printed by the J.B. Lippincott company. A scarce issue.
William Gilpin was a key figure in westward expansion and a strident supporter of the transcontinental railway (which he envisioned eventually connecting with a
worldwide railroad network on the 40th parallel). He believed that North America was at the height of a progression of empires, and that each movement westward
carried the empire to increased greatness. Gilpin saw the Pacific Railroad as the means by which to fulfill the “untransacted destiny” of the America people. He
invoked the German geographer Alexander von Humboldt’s notion of the “isothermal zodiac” as further support for his vision of the American future. Stunning full,
original hand coloring and dark impression. Folding as issued with original margins. A little spotting along right side fold and two short binding trim tears repaired
with archival tape. (B+)
$350-450
246. Western United States (The Young Forty-Niners), 1933. 30 x 18.8”. (PC) This colorful pictorial map was produced as a companion map to the depression-era children’s
radio show “The Young Forty-Niners.” Kids could follow the progress of Captain Sam’s and Jed Carson’s wagon train moving west from Independence, Missouri, to
the gold fields of California as enacted on the weekly show. The show brought to life for children the wagon trip west and adventures in the California Gold Rush of
1849. The program was sponsored by the Colgate Palmolive Peet Company. The title cartouche features a wagon train and map of the United States. Below the title
the note “A radio program brought you by the makers of Colgate’s Ribbon Dental Cream.” The map shows the dangers of the west including rattlesnakes, puma, Gila
monsters, etc. Remarks on numerous Indian tribes as to their disposition toward friendliness or hostility, their commerce, and trade. A wagon train crossing Nevada
driven by a skeleton with the notation “Deater Rides with the Caravan all along this Route.” A letter on verso is to the child from Captain Sam and the Indian scout
Abe Carson. Also signed with Swift Eagles mark and Shep’s footprint. Folding, the map includes its original pictorial mailing envelope with a stretched buffalo hide
for the address area with “To a Young Forty-Niner” above. The fanciful map and envelope were created by H.C. Holling. A fascinating children’s map produced in
the middle of America’s Great Depression. The map is very good with just two tiny holes at fold intersections. Envelope has a small hole at front and torn section
under closing flap on verso. (B+)
$180-240
247. Pacific Coast (Reconnaissance of the Western Coast of the United States Middle Sheet From San Francisco to Umpquah River), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C.,
1854. 22.3 x 23”. (BW) This terrific chart is from the first official scientific reconnaissance of the Pacific coast. It delineates the coast from the entrance of San
Francisco Bay at Points Lobos and Bonita north to show Bodega Bay, Mendocino City, Shelter Cove, Cape Mendocino, Trinidad, Crescent City, Port Orford, Cape
Aragos and to above the mouth of the Umpquah River. The most impressive features are the twelve views of entrances and promontories along this rugged coastline,
including Mendocino City Cove, Point Blanco, and the Entrance to San Francisco Bay. Geographical positions were determined by G. Davidson Assistant. Map
made under the command of Lieut. James Alden U.S.N. Mild toning along the folds and along the margins. Small ink stain in one of the views. (B+) $120-160
248. Southwestern United States (An Account of Expeditions to the sources of the Mississippi, and through the Western Parts of Louisiana, to the sources of the Arkansaw,
Kans, La Platte, and Pierre Jaun, Rivers…), Pike, Washington D.C., [1810]. 5.5 x 9”. (BW) This report covers the first United States government expedition to the
Southwest, depicting Pike’s expeditions from 1805-1807. Pike’s book is one of the most important of all American travel narratives, and stands alongside those of
Lewis and Clark as a cornerstone of early western exploration. Included are accounts of Pike’s travels to find the headwaters of the Arkansas and Red Rivers, his
explorations along the Mississippi River, and his Spanish escort to Santa Fe, New Mexico and Chihuahua, Mexico. 8vo, 287 pp., 3 Appendices with 206 pp., portrait
frontispiece, 3 folding tables. Pages 15-16 are missing, and replaced in photocopies. First Edition, published in Philadelphia; text volume only. Hardbound in full
calf with raised bands on spine.
Accompanied by photocopies of two of the six maps and charts that were contained within a separate atlas in this edition. These maps are considered the first to depict
geographic knowledge of the Southwest based on actual explorations, and provide excellent references for the text. Included as photocopies are:
1. The First Part of Captn Pike’s Chart of the Internal Part of Louisiana
2. A Chart of the Internal Part of Louisiana, Including all the hitherto unexplored Countries...
Ref: Howes #P373; Wheat (TMW) #297, #298; Wagner-Camp #9:1. Rebacked with minimal shelf wear and scuffing to original covers. Repair to bottom corner of
frontispiece, and a large tear through title page (formerly closed with tape, has now been backed with Japanese tissue. (B+)
$2000-3000
249. United States - Southwestern ([Lot of 2] Military Reconnaissance of the Arkansas, Rio del Norte and Rio Gila… [and] Notes of a Military Reconnaissance, from
Fort Leavenworth, in Missouri, to San Diego, in California…), Emory, Washington D.C., 1847-48. 70 x 30”. (BW)
A) Military Reconnaissance of the Arkansas, Rio del Norte and Rio Gila, by W.H. Emory, dated 1847, (67” x 30”). An important Mexican-American War period map
that shows the route of Col. Kearny and his Army of the West as they traveled from Ft. Leavenworth to Los Angeles via Santa Fe and San Diego. Wheat states that
the map was an important milestone in the cartographic development and accurate determination of the geography of the West. Published in Senate Doc #7, 30th
Cong., 1st Session. A large map printed on three sheets, joined as issued. Ref: Wheat [TMW] #544. Condition: Issued folding. Toned with some loss of paper
along folds, primarily in blank areas of map image. Backed with Japanese tissue. (C+)
B) Notes of a Military Reconnaissance, from Fort Leavenworth, in Missouri, to San Diego, in California..., by W. H. Emory, published 1848, (6” x 9”). This is the
Senate edition of Emory’s important report documenting the 1846-1847 journey of the advanced guard of General Kearny’s Army of The West. Emory was Brevet
Major of the Corps of Topographical Engineers. Emory’s reports are enjoyable reads and this is no different, with passages such as “I stopped in the little town of
Isoletta, to visit my friend, the accolade, who has the reputation, Indian though he be, of being the most honest man and best maker of brandy in the territory.”
The report summarizes the activity of the U.S. Army of the West after the capture of New Mexico with important early views of the region. It is illustrated with 26
lithographed views, three battle maps, and 14 botanical plates. The important view of San Diego is present. The battle plans are: Sketch of the Actions fought at
San Pasqual in Upper California…; Sketch of the Passage of the Rio San Gabriel...; and Sketch of the Battle of Los Angeles Upper California. Fought between the
Americans and Mexicans Jany. 9th, 1847. Complete with the two page report (Appendix No. 7) by P. St. Geo. Cooke, Major 2d Dragoons. Printed by Wendell and
Van Benthuysen. This is the second edition printed, and thus did not originally contain the large folding map by Emory, which was included in the first and third editions. 416 pages + plates. 8vo. Ref: Wheat [TMW] #505 & 532; Wagner & Camp #148:2. Condition: Original cloth binding with paper label on spine. Label and
cloth very worn and hinges coming loose. Light scattered foxing throughout and damp stains confined to the blank margins in the first third of the text block. Most
plates clean (San Pasqual is foxed). (B) See description.
$300-400
250. United States - Southwestern (No. 5. That part of Disturnell’s Treaty Map in the Vicinity of the Rio Grande and Southern Boundary of New Mexico), U.S. Government,
Sen. Ex. Doc., 32nd Cong., 2nd Sess., Washington D.C., 1851. 10.78 x 8.75”. (BW) This is a fascinating map centered roughly on Santa Fe. The map covers the
area from the Arkansas River south to the 31st parallel and locates Albuquerque and Tucson. The parallels were being corrected from an incorrect position previously
mapped, and this map illustrates both old and new parallels. Shows topography, hydrology, Gen. Kearny’s route, the route of the Santa Fe Expedition, the old Spanish
military road, among other interesting items. It was one of the key maps in the Bartlett correspondence regarding the dispute over the survey of the Mexican border.
Ref: Koepp CIS 626, map #4; Wheat (TMW) #720. Issued folded, and has been pressed, with several separations at folds repaired on verso with archival tape. Two
short tears on left-hand side that barely touch neat line, and bottom left corner has been cut. (C+)
$140-180
251. United States - Southwestern (Report of an Expedition Down the Zuni and Colorado Rivers), Sitgreaves, Washington D.C., 1854. 6 x 9.4”. (BW) This is Sitgreaves’
report documenting the important reconnaissance into hitherto forbidding and unknown country. The expedition consisted of Sitgreaves, Lieutenant J. G. Parke, Dr.
S. W. Woodhouse, R. H. Kern, with Major H. L. Kendrick in command of the escort and Antoine Leroux as guide. The group left Santo Domingo, New Mexico, on
August 1, 1851, stopped at Zuni in September and arrived at San Diego on November 30. The fine plates were drawn by R. H. Kern. Twenty-four of these plates are
tinted lithographs that represent topography and the personal appearance, domestic habits, pueblos, and ceremonies of the Mojave, Zuni, and other Indian tribes of the
Colorado plateau. Complete with the large folding map, which is normally missing, “Reconnaissance of the Zuni, Little Colorado and Colorado Rivers in 1851…,”
(47.5 x 26.3”). Wheat called this map, “a monumental achievement … exceedingly well done.” The folding plate “Buffalo Dance,” (10” x 7.5”) is present, which like
the folding map is usually missing. Two plates are missing: “Women Grinding Corn” and “Struthus caniceps, Woodhouse, male.” Quarto, 198 pp, 78 lithographed
plates (one folding), folding map bound at back. Senate Ex. Doc. 59, 32d Congress, 2nd Session. Original Senate binding in dark brown cloth with stamped title
and designs on covers and spine. Ref: Howes #S521; Wagner-Camp #230:2; Wheat (TMW) #763. A little cracking on spine edges with minor shelf wear. Some text
pages have occasional foxing. The plates are very sound with light foxing on a few. The large folding map is better than most with only a few small fold intersection
splits. (B+)
$600-800
252. United States - Southwestern (Territories of New Mexico and Utah), Colton, Atlas of the World, New York, 1855. 16 x 12.8”. (HC) Third state of this very interesting
map depicting the region with the largest configurations of the Utah and New Mexico territories. The Utah Territory encompasses all of today’s Nevada and extends
west to the Continental Divide into present-day Colorado with Fillmore City as it’s capital. Nebraska and Kanzas Territories bound Utah on the east. New Mexico
Territory includes part of southern Colorado and stretches west to include Arizona and the southern tip of present-day Nevada. Locates Fremont’s routes, proposed
routes for the Pacific Railroad, the Cimarron Trail, the Oregon Route 1843, the Spanish Trail, and much more. A fine example of a very desirable map that Wheat
found important enough to use as the frontis to Volume 4 of his Mapping the Transmississippi West. This is the more desirable edition with decorative borders from
the large two volume atlas, dated 1855 and published in 1856-57. Ref: Wheat [TMW] #832; Brown, Portolan - Spring 2005 pp. 48-51. Original color with wide
margins and mild toning. A damp stain confined to right-hand blank margin and several tiny chips and tears along edges. (B+)
$275-350
253. United States - Southwestern (Map Showing the Different Routes Travelled over by the Detachments of the Overland Command in the Spring of 1855 from Salt Lake
City, Utah to the Bay of San Francisco), U.S. Army, House Ex. Doc. No. 1, 1st Session, 34th Congress, [1856]. 18 x 22”. (BW) This uncommon map accompanied
the “Report of Capt. R. Ingalls on the march of L. Col. Steptoe from Ft. Leavenworth to California” in 1854 and 1855. Wheat states “it is a document of first quality
….. showing three important routes.” Steptoe was looking for a new and shorter route from the Great Salt Lake to the Pacific Coast. In addition to the route chosen
by Steptoe, the routes of two detachments are also traced - one under Capt. Ingalls, the other by Lt. Mowry. The map extends to include all of California and part of
Oregon to above the Rogue River. It stretches eastward to name G.S. Lake City, the Mormon capital of Fillmore, Cedar City and Fort Yuma on the Colorado. Ref:
Wheat (TMW) #868; Wagner & Camp #256. Issued folding, with light toning along folds and some tiny intersection tears. Binding trim at left, with some loss of
neatline, and a 1” binding tear extending into blank area in map image at left, closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
$140-180
254. United States - Southwestern (Colton’s Territories of New Mexico and Utah), Colton, Atlas of the World, New York, ca. 1859. 15.8 x 12.8”. (HC) Map shows the
proposed division between New Mexico and Arizona. New Mexico extends between Texas and California while Utah encompasses all of today’s Nevada and extends
west to the Continental Divide in today’s Colorado, with Fillmore City as its capital. Locates several of Fremont’s routes, proposed routes for the Pacific Railroad and
the Spanish Trail. Surrounded by Colton’s distinctive scroll border. Dated 1855, but published by Johnson & Browning about 1859 based on county development.
This is in the sixth state of twelve. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #832; Brown (Portolan - Spring 2005) p. 48-51 Nice example. Slight toning in the margin. (A)$200-300
255. Southwestern United States (Preliminary Topographical Map [with report] Preliminary Report Concerning Explorations and Surveys Principally in Nevada and Arizona), Wheeler, Denver, 1871. 9.3 x 11.7”. (BW) This is the complete report describing the explorations in Nevada and Arizona, which includes the first exploration
of the Mojave and Death valleys. It includes the large folding map (21.8 x 27.5”) that covers parts of Southern California, Nevada and Arizona and details scores of
mining districts. Wheat refers to it as a “map of great interest.” Wheeler was modest regarding the map’s construction and in the notations announced that the map
“is a hasty and partial compilation from the topographical data already received, many still remaining en route.” The report contains a great amount of information
on the mining districts, as well as information concerning the Indians, military sites, routes for roads, and grazing lands. 4to, 96 pp., original gilt-titled green cloth
covers. The map was also published in Senate Doc. #65, 42nd Congress, 2nd Session; the preliminary report complete with the map is much more scarce.
This map is labeled preliminary, as it was the forerunner of what would become one of the most important surveys of the American West. The 1870s was a period of
intense effort, by such prominent people as Clarence King, Ferdinand Hayden, and John Wesley Powell, to advance the geographical knowledge of the West. These
various surveys presented a threat to the Army’s supremacy in the field of mapping and to the related appropriations from Congress. As a result of these pressures,
the Army Corp of Engineers developed a plan to systematically survey the entire West to be called the U.S. Geographical Surveys West of the One Hundredth Meridian. Lieutenant George Wheeler was chosen to head this immense project largely as a result of the surveys he conducted in Nevada and Arizona. Ref: Howes W321;
Wheat [TMW] #1237. The map is clean and crisp with a short tear into the border and one fold separation - condition code is for the map. The first pages are brittle,
some with chips and cracks and end paper loose. Bookplate on the inside front cover has been removed. The spine is starting to crack but is still sound. (B+)
$230-275
256. United States - Southwestern ([Lot of 4 - Southwest U.S.]), Petermann, Gotha, 1875-1881. (HC)
1. Lieut. Wheeler’s Expedition in California, Nevada, Arizona, 1875, from Petermann’s Geographische Mittheilungen, 1876, (12 x 9.3”). The map centers on the
Mojave Desert and shows the areas measured by Lieutenants Birnie, Wheeler, and Whipple, as well as the route of Lieutenant Bergland’s Division through the
desert. Condition: Original color with light toning along top blank margin. Short fold separations at top and bottom, not entering map image. (A)
2. Karte zur Ubersicht der Verbretiung der Indianer-Stamme in Californien, from Petermann’s Geographische Mittheilungen, 1879, (9.8 x 12.3”). This map depicts
the territories of various Indian tribes throughout California, and indicates that those tribes with Egyptian characters (such as “Mo’-Dok”) are the most important
tribes. Condition: Issued folding with original color. (A)
3. Reduction Topographischer Aufnahmen im Sud-Western der Vereinn Staaten unter Wheeler und Hayden, 1869 bis 1876, from Petermann’s Geographische Mittheilungen, 1881, (12.5 x 10.2”). This map depicts in great detail the topographical surveys of the southwest conducted by Wheeler and Hayden. Condition: Original
color with faint toning along top and bottom margins. (B+)
4. Die Vereinigten Staaten von Nord-Amerika in 6 Blattern, from Stieler’s Hand Atlas, 1873, (16 x 13.2”). Remarkable detail of Arizona and parts of California, New
Mexico, Nevada, Colorado and Mexico. Mountains shown via hachure. Condition: Original outline color with a few light spots that do not distract. Damp stain
in lower blank margin just outside of neatline. (B+) See individual descriptions.
$200-240
257. United States - Southwestern (Lines of Communication between Colorado and New Mexico), Ruffner, HR Ex. Doc. No. 66, 45th Cong. 2d Sess., [1878]. (BW) This
38pp report by E.H. Ruffner, First Lieutenant Engineers was written from Fort Leavenworth on January 11, 1878.
1) Lines of Communication between Conejos and Pagosa Springs Colorado (18.3 x 12.8”) shows wagon roads in travelling order, those projected but not finished, and
a bold line suggesting the Shortest Route West. Locates the San Antonio Route, Chama Route, the Upper Road and the route to “Tierra Amarilla via Ojo Caliente
or Cuena.”
2) Outline Map Showing the lines of communication between Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico (18.2 x 14.7”). Depicts the region from Pueblo to Albuquerque and Fort Defiance to just east of Trinidad. It provides great topographical detail as well as roads, towns, watering holes and pueblos. The map was originally
issued at the conclusion of Ruffner’s 1873 expedition into Ute Country, to quell the unrest between the Ute Indians and the prospectors in the newly discovered San
Juan Mining Region. This is the updated 1878 version, that when compared to the first issue in 1876, was completely re-engraved without the hachure lines and
carries corrections including a block of territory south of Animas and west of Pagosa.
3) Drainage Map of Colorado (21.2 x 15.3”). This map presents a fine examination of the state showing abundant detail of towns, villages, mountain peaks, Indian
Reservations, roads, railroad routes, forts, and other early detail. Hydrology is nicely developed with rivers and creeks shown in blue over-printing; no topographical information is given. The map details a large number of wagon roads, many named, and the route of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe, the Colorado Central,
the Boulder Valley, and the Durango & Rio Grande (D. & R.G.) railroads, plus several unnamed tracks. The railroad is laid to the town of La Vita but has not yet
reached the pass. A terrific map filled with information. Dated March, 1877. Slight toning on the folds and in the margins on the drainage map, else fine. Report
disbound with maps attached. (A)
$200-300
258. United States - Southwestern (Reports upon archaeological and ethnological collections from vicinity of Santa Barbara, California, and from ruined pueblos of Arizona
and New Mexico, and certain interior tribes), U.S. Geographical Survey, Washington D.C., [1879]. 9.5 x 12”. (PC) This book is Volume VII - Archaeology from
reports upon U.S. Geographical Surveys West of the One Hundredth Meridian, Frederick W. Putnam. It contains reports on archeological collections from Chumash
Indians of Southern California and pueblo ruins of New Mexico and Arizona, including short reports on Acoma, Taos, San Juan, Zuni, and ruins at Chaco Canyon,
Aztec, and Rio Chama. The frontispiece is a beautiful chromolithograph of a sacred dance at the Zuni Pueblo by H.J. Morgan. The book includes a full-page map
titled Sketch Map Showing Localities of Ancient Mounds and Burial Places; on the South California Coast, & Outlying Islands. The 20 other plates show photographs of various stone implements, beads, woven fabrics, and other items crafted by the Indian tribes. Also featured is a photograph of ruins in Canyon DeChelly, by
Timothy O’Sullivan. 4to, 498 pp, 20 plates, 135 text cuts, and an appendix of Indian vocabularies revised and prepared by Albert S. Gatschet. Rebound in half calf
and maroon cloth, with gilt lettering and bands on spine. Some damp staining in lower right corners of some plates and text. Binding is near fine. (B+)$200-300
259. United States - Southwestern (Extra Census Bulletin. Moqui Pueblo Indians of Arizona and Pueblo Indians of New Mexico), Donaldson, [1893]. 9 x 11.5”. (PC)
This book is part of the Eleventh Census on the United States that was conducted in 1890, and contains lengthy descriptions and history of New Mexico pueblos and
Hopi pueblos, including detailed descriptions of the Moqui (Hopi) snake dance, with numerous photos. Also contains three chromolithographs by Julius Bien of a
Jemez pueblo turkey dance, a Hopi girl, and a pack train leaving Taos pueblo. It also includes 4 illustrative maps. Quarto, 136 pp. interleaved with 83 plates & 4
maps. Hardbound, half calf with marbled paper covers and end papers, with marbled edges and gilt lettering and bands on spine. Binding is tight. Library stamp
and library card pocket. Front hinge beginning to detach at tail and the first 4 pages coming loose. Minor damp stains at top and fore-edges from p. 50-74, primarily
confined to blank margins. (B)
$325-400
260. United States - Southwestern ([Lot of 7] Geologic Atlas of the United States), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Washington D.C., 1900-1917. 19 x 22”. (PC)
A. Geologic Atlas of the United States Bisbee Folio #112
B. Geologic Atlas of the United States Globe Folio #111
C. Geologic Atlas of the United States Bradshaw Mountains Folio #126
D. Geologic Atlas of the United States Clifton Folio #129
E. Geologic Atlas of the United States Tintic Special Folio #65
F. Geologic Atlas of the United States Silver City #199
G. Geologic Atlas of the United States Deming Folio #207
All folios are ex-library. Overall condition is good to satisfactory with the following clarifications: most folios have loose bindings with toning and minor chipping
on covers; #111 has a damp stain in top corner confined to blank margin; #126 has a damp stain in top corner and right edge primarily confined to blank margin; #129
has water damage; #65 has a tiny damp stain in top corner, far from text and map images; #199 has a repair on front cover and water damage, primarily confined to
blank margin; #207 has water damage, primarily confined to blank margin, and is missing part of Illustrations page.
$200-250
261. Southwestern United States, Texas (Map of the United States and Texas Boundary Line and Adjacent Territory determined & surveyed in 1857-8-9-60, by J.H. Clark
U.S. Commissioner), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), US Geological Survey Bulletin 194, Washington D.C., [1902]. 39.5 x 26.2”. (BW) Large and extremely
detailed chart by J.H. Clark, U.S. Commissioner, that was drawn by J.E. Weyss, circa 1860. The map features the survey lines between Texas and New Mexico with
good topographical detail. Information includes forts, Raton Pass, the Santa Fe and Albuquerque trails, numerous explorers’ routes, Indian trails, and more. The map
is an interesting historical curiosity because it was not published when the survey was finished due to the outbreak of the Civil War. In 1902 the map was belatedly
included in a Geological Survey Bulletin by Marcus Baker. Printed by the Norris Peters Co., Photo-Litho. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #1022. This is a very nice example
of this large folding map. No fold flaws as normally found, just a small amount of toning on folds that does not distract. (A)
$200-250
262. Alaska (Asie. Partie de la Russie d’Asie. No. 20), Vandermaelen, [1827]. 22 x 18.8”. (HC) Lithograph map of the Norton Sound area in Alaska. This area was
extensively explored by Cook and a number of Russian explorers. The jagged voyage patterns depict the many challenges early explorers had in navigating the area.
Very fine condition except for some faint spots. Original color and wide margins. (A)
$200-400
263. Alaska (Map of Alaska and Adjoining Regions. Compiled by Ivan Petroff Special Agent Tenth Census), U.S. Government, Washington D.C., 1880. 30.5 x 23.8”.
(PC) Published by the Dept. of Interior for the Tenth Census this fine and detailed map of Alaska is the result of the extensive travels of Ivan Petrof. It is from Petrof’s
Report on the Population, Industries, and Resources of Alaska, published in 1884. The map provides and excellent view of the native villages and small settlements
clustered on the Kenai Peninsula and along the coast. It contains an inset detailing the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands. The map features dramatic and quite early
topography with notations crediting Russian, French and English charts. (A+)
$150-200
264. Arizona (Post route map of the United States Arizona showing post offices with the Intermediate Distances on Mail Routes …), U.S. Government, Post Office
Department, Washington D.C., 1925. 30.5 x 38”. (PC) This uncommon, large scale map shows in great detail the mail routes and railroads of the state. The mail
routes name many very small settlements not normally seen on maps of the state. Each route originates from a railhead and some of the routes originate in neighboring states. Above the title is the shield of the Post Office with mounted rider and locomotive in the background. Very nice example rolled and never folded. Seller’s
stamp in lower margin “Edward Denny & Co., The Map House, San Francisco.” (A+)
$130-160
265. Exploration and Surveys in California (Reports of Explorations and Surveys, to Ascertain the Most Practicable and Economical Route for a Railroad from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Ocean...Vol. V), U.S. War Department, Senate Ex. Doc. No. 78, 33rd Cong., 2nd Session, Washington D.C., 1856. 9.5 x 12”. This is
Volume V of the Railroad surveys which describes Lieutenant R.S. Williamson’s explorations along the 32nd and 35th parallels. The report is followed by sections
on the geology, botany and zoology encountered. The complete volume contains a superb collection of tinted lithographs including the important first view of Los
Angeles, the Mission of San Fernando, San Diego, two plates showing the Great Basin, Fort Benicia, and the Mammoth Tree or Sequoia. There are approximately 27
tinted plates and numerous uncolored plates showing fossils and plants found along the route of exploration. Within the text are scores of wood engravings. Complete
thick quarto, hardbound, 370pp +14pp, plates and maps.
Complete with the large and colorful folding map: Geological Map of a Part of the State of California Explored in 1853 by Lieut. R.S. Williamson U.S. Top. Engr.
(16” x 22”). This map covers the entire state of California and is hand colored to reflect geological knowledge per the legend at the left. The legend identifies nine
geological types. There are interesting details throughout, with more information along the American River. It shows a huge Mono Lake, but Lake Tahoe is not shown;
rather in its place is a small lake named Lake Bonpland. In Southern California, Los Angeles, San Gabriel, San Pedro, and more are located. Interestingly, the water
between San Pedro (Long Beach) and San Diego is called Earthquake Bay. Expertly rebound, quarter imitation leather with marbled paper boards, new paste-downs
and end papers. Old library stamp on title page near bottom. Pages and plates are generally very good; a few with even toning and the occasional foxing spot. The
large folding map has a short binding tear closed on verso. Bright color and nice impression. (A)
$500-650
266. California (Carte de Californie d’Apres les Documents Connus en 1862. Relation d’Un Voyage aux Mines de Californie Par M.P. Laur Ingenieur des Mines), Annales
des Mines ou Recueil…, Paris, 1862. 17.5 x 20”. (BW) Rarely-seen, first edition of this map by French mining engineer M. P. Laur of the Gold Regions in California.
The map shows the state from Crescent City to St Luis Obispo. The Gold Regions are printed in red hachure. The cartography seems to come from a couple different
sources, but is based primarily on Fremont’s map of the region. Map bound and folded into the complete report, Annales Des Mines ou Recueil, dated 1863, which
also includes an early photograph of a prospector in California, several folding plates with two showing locomotives and several other sketches. Also with geologic
sketches including the colorful and detailed “Carte Geologique des environs de Bourbonne - les - Bains.” Hardbound, quarter calf and blue marbled paper boards
with raised banks and tooling. Octavo, 112 pp, 12 folding plates and maps. Folding map has crisp impression and full margins including 6” margin at biding side.
Binding trim tear well away from map image and a small diffuse spot east of Ft. Miller, other wise near fine. Other folding plates mostly very good. First third of
text pages with light water stain at upper quadrant. (B+)
$500-650
267. California (Map of the San Joaquin, Sacramento and Tulare Valleys State of California…), U.S. Army, Board of Commissioners on Irrigation, 1873. 23.7 x 33.8”.
(PC) An interesting map of the “waterways” of California from the vicinity of Bakersfield to Lassen’s Peak, including San Francisco. The mountainous area of the
Sierra Nevada is clearly shown through brown hachuring on a beige background that gives a 3-D impression of terrain elevations. Tulare Lake is shown fully flooded
with 687 sq. miles of area. Finely detailed throughout including railroads, canals, and floodplains. Folding as issued. Minor separation on one fold with some minor
toning. (B+)
$200-250
268. California (Sequoia and General Grant National Parks California), U.S. Department of Interior, Washington D.C., 1909. 14 x 23.3”. (PC) Nice map of the Sequoia
National Park, the nation’s second national park, and General Grant National Park (now Kings Canyon National Park). Contour lines are in brown with park boundaries in red. The legend reveals roads, bridges, railroad lines and trails. Folding as issued with faint toning. (A)
$100-130
269. San Diego, California (Plan of the Port of S. Diego in California…1782 [on sheet with] Plan of the Port and Department of S. Blas… 1777), La Perouse, Voyage
Round the World…, Paris, 1798. 9.5 x 14.2”. (HC) A pair of scarce and important early charts of San Diego and San Blas that are printed on one sheet with common border. The maps were based on the surveys of Juan Pantoja. Sailing out of San Blas, Pantoja, a captain of the Manila trade for Spain, visited much of today’s
California coast where he surveyed each harbor. He shared these surveys with La Perouse, who probably never actually entered the San Diego harbor, relying instead
on Pantoja’s chart. The map names the Presidio de St. Diego as well as several ranches and missions. This is one of the earliest printed maps of San Diego, predated
only by Dalrymple’s map and a few other unobtainable charts. San Blas was the primary Spanish port on the west coast of Mexico. This is from the English edition,
published by G.G. & J. Robinson. (A+)
$300-400
270. San Diego, California (San Diego Entrance and Approaches / General Sketch of San Diego Bay and Los Coronados), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1851.
12.8 x 11.7”. (BW) An important, early San Diego nautical map. Two-thirds of the plate is taken up by a chart of Point Loma and part of North Island; the remainder
is a sketch chart of the entire Bay plus approaches from as far south as the Coronado Islands. Sailing directions, light houses, soundings, and topographical features
are illustrated and noted. Ref: Guthorn pp. 186-87. Folding as issued with some minor fold separations. (B)
$120-160
271. San Diego, California ([Lot of 4] California Pacific International Exposition San Diego), 1935. 30.5 x 21”. (PC) This lot is a set promotional booklets, maps
and views for the 1935 International Exposition with the original mailing envelope. This exposition, held in Balboa Park, was the second World’s Fair. Today the
fair’s grounds and buildings are used by the San Diego Botanical Gardens, the San Diego Museum of Art, Timken Museum of Art, the Natural History Museum and
more.
The first is a large folding poster that has a decorative and colorful illustrated map of San Diego on one side and The California Pacific International Exposition on
the verso, both drawn by Don Bloodgood for the Shell Oil Company. This great California cartoon-style map was drawn in a style very similar to the work Jo Mora.
The view of the exposition featuring all of the buildings and exhibits. It is filled with caricatures of people and is surrounded by a wide decorative pictorial border.
Little is known about the artist, but several of his maps are held in the Library of Congress historical maps collection. Size as given.
The second item is a very uncommon aerial view of the 1935 California Pacific International Exposition drawn by J.B. Larrinaga (art director for the Exposition).
This full colored lithograph looks west over the exposition grounds with San Diego and the bay in the distance. This large and colorful folding brochure is directed
at potential exhibitors, promising “your exhibit will bring record-breaking sales results” and promises “Millions of Visitors” will attend. Size as given.
The third item is the 8 page brochure of the exposition “California through San Diego invites the world, California Pacific International Exposition.” The cover is a
photograph of the Palace of Science, today’s Museum of Man. At the back is a plan of the grounds with an index to 30 buildings, gardens and exposition halls. The
original mailing envelope is hand addressed to the First National Trust & Holding Bank “via Messenger”. Together this is a rare collection of promotional items for
the upcoming exhibition. All very near fine. The envelope is toned and missing its glue-down flap. (A+)
$400-600
272. San Francisco, California (San Francisco (Californie)), Paris, ca. 1849. 6.1 x 4.1”. (HC) This is a remarkable, historical, early and uncommon engraved bird’s-eye
view of San Francisco. The harbor is filled with ships, but this is an early view as the city’s growth is just beginning in the nascent town. Drawn and engraved by
Lechard and published by Sarazin Imp., Paris. A scarce issue that is not in Reps reference of city views. Mint with fine color, nice impression and wide margins.
(A+)
$100-200
273. San Francisco, California (San Francisco), Bill, History of the World, New York, 1852. 16 x 8”. (HC) An early and justly famous view of San Francisco. Thirteen
points of interest are listed and keyed to the view including Contra Costa in the distance, the California Exchange, the Marine Telegraph, etc. The harbor is filled with
ships and the city’s growth is already evident. A remarkable, historical, early and very desirable tinted lithographic view. Printed on a full sheet that measures 18.3”
x 13”. Ref: Reps (Views) #278. The image is very nice, but there is a short binding trim tear and a few marginal spots. The map is folding as issued and has wide
margins. (B+)
$400-500
274. San Francisco, California (City of San Francisco and its Vicinity California), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., [1853]. 17.8 x 25.4”. (BW) This early plan of
the city of San Francisco covers the region from North Point to Mission de Delores and to Point San Quentin. The city plan was derived from a number of sources,
including Eddy’s official map of the city and the now rare map by Cooke and Le Count, with topography by A.F. Rodgers. The streets are clearly laid out and named
with detail down to individual buildings and contour lines at 20 ft. intervals showing elevation. Buildings are shown in black along the streets in both San Francisco
and Mission de Dolores, and Plank Road connects the two communities. A key indicates sixteen public buildings and fifteen reservoirs and numerous notes describe
the soundings and navigational hazards. Folding as issued with minimal offsetting in image. (B+)
$250-325
275. Los Angeles, California (Map of the City of Los Angeles), Los Angeles, 1903. 20 x 21”. (PC) This great pocket map extends west to the L.A. Country Club at
Arlington Street and Wiltshire, east to beyond Evergreen Cemetery and south to Ascot Park. With an extension to the northeast that continues the map, roughly following Figueroa Street (here named Pasadena Avenue), to Highland Park. Red overprinting radiates from downtown delineating the routes of the Los Angeles Railway,
Pacific Electric Railway, Los Angeles Pacific Railway, the Traction Line, and the Los Angeles - Redondo Electric Line. Detailed route information is in a panel at
the right. City street index is below and on the left. Blank verso. Folds into the booklet “Newman’s Directory Guide and Handbook of Los Angeles and Southern
California. Latest City and Road Maps. Price 25¢.” The 96 page Guide of Los Angeles covers everything imaginable “For Strangers and Residents.” Plus many
unnumbered pages of pictorial advertisements including Balloon route Excursions, Morosco’s Burbank Theatre, Belasco Theatre, Hotel Lankershim, the railways
mentioned above and several more. Yellow paper covers, 8vo. Published by T. Newman, 204-207 Mason Opera House, Los Angeles. The population is listed as
only 220,000. Ignoring the two tiny fold intersection splits this remains a fine example. (A+)
$100-140
276. Pasadena, California ([Lot of 2] Aerial Photomap of Pasadena [and] Map of Greater Pasadena District), 1922-1925. 31.5 x 31”. (BW) The first map is a very uncommon and detailed photo-lithographic map of Pasadena that was photographed from an elevation of 8,000 feet above the city. This early aerial map shows street
names, railroads, electric railways superimposed over the ‘satellite’ image. Major streets are further called out by line and major complexes are named. The scale is
about 12” to a mile. The detail is not up to modern aerial photography standards but is adequate enough for one to make out individual houses and other structures.
Early earthwork for the construction of the Rose Bowl (“Stadium Site”) can be seen at the left. An aerial view would have been foreign to the average citizen so the
legend uses example photographs to show how business and residential sections, orchards and fields appear from the air. Published for the First Bank of Pasadena
as a free give-away promotional map of the city. The verso has a panel that indicates the map was made especially for the FIRST BANK by the Photomap Company
of Pasadena, plus 10 aerial views of the city as well as promotional and bank information. This must be one of the earliest aerial photography maps that was not
produced for military purposes. Printed on news print paper and published by the Western Litho Co., Los Angeles, CAL. Dated 1922.
The second map is a highly detailed plan of the Greater Pasadena area, which makes a good comparison with the aerial map. It is a promotional map for the Lyon Van
& Storage Co. that contains several photographs and illustrations promoting the company. The map identifies the Main Automobile Routes, city boundaries, Pacific
Electric Railways and the Steam Railroads. The map has an extensive street index and another map detailing the towns of Sierra Madre, Monrovia, and Arcadia, and
promoting William Parker Lyon’s Pony Express Museum. The maps were drawn by E.F. Hill, circa 1925. Self folds into brochure (3.5” x 7”) with vintage moving
van on cover. The first is generally very good with only a little browning to cover and a few fold intersections reinforced. The second is very good.
$200-300
277. Yosemite, California (Topographical Map of the Yosemite Valley and Vicinity), Wheeler, ca. 1883. 21.2 x 14.5”. (PC) This fine map illustrates in great detail the
early development of Yosemite valley when the region was a California State Park. This is a product of Capt. G.M. Wheeler’s Expeditions of 1878-79 with the U.S.
Geographic Surveys West of the 100th Meridian. It depicts the state park boundaries and the toll roads leading to the park. It also locates early camp facilities, trails,
and Indian settlements. Salient geographic features are identified in considerable detail. The skillful rendering of the topography has created a remarkably strong
graphic image of this picturesque valley. Mountain drawings by J.E. Weyss, lettering by M. Franke, from the topographical plat by Lt. Macomb, Nov. 30, 1883.
Folding as issued. (A+)
$250-325
278. Yosemite, California (Yosemite National Park Showing Boundaries Established by Act of Congress approved Feb. 7,1905 and Lands Eliminated therefrom and placed
in the Sierra Forest Reservation), General Land Office, ca. 1906. 26.8 x 24.3”. (PC) This colorful map illustrates a significant expansion of Yosemite National Park
with the incorporation of the Yosemite Grant into borders. This is the early issue without the Big Tree Grant (Mariposa Grove) that was added in the House version
of this map. It contains considerable detail on a scale of 2 miles to the inch. A legend provides an explanation of the color code, which shows the limits of the park
as established in 1890 by Congress, the newly (Feb. 7, 1905) recommended Park boundary, along with existing and suggested trails and roads. Also depicts the patrol
stations and sub-stations, and a permanent military post as recommended by the Yosemite Park Commission the previous year. Folding as issued. (A+) $180-230
279. Colorado ([Lot of 7] Geologic Atlas of the United States), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Washington D.C., 1899-1910. 19 x 22”. (PC)
A. Geologic Atlas of the United States Telluride Folio #57
B. Geologic Atlas of the United States Rico Folio #130
C. Geologic Atlas of the United States Needle Mountains Folio #131
D. Geologic Atlas of the United States Silverton Folio #120
E. Geologic Atlas of the United States La Plata Folio #60
F. Geologic Atlas of the United States Engineer Mountain Folio #171
G. Geologic Atlas of the United States Ouray Folio #153
All folios are ex-library. Overall condition is very good to satisfactory with the following clarifications: most folios have loose bindings; #57 has toning on front cover
and a minor damp stain in top corner margin; #130 has a chipped and stained front cover; #131 has water damage on top corner and right edge; #120 has minor fire
damage and damp stains in blank margins; #60 has chipped covers; #153 has minor damp stains in blank margins
$200-250
280. Connecticut (The Commonwealth of Connecticut…), 1926. 35 x 27.5”. (PC) This charming map was drawn by Amy Drevenstedt in a cartoon style that was in
fashion in the early 20th century. It was “Published for your Entertainment and Enlightenment by the Children’s Bookshop, 33 Wall Street, New Haven.” There are
many charming figures and icons drawn on the map, including a lion and clown where “The circus goes into winter quarters,” numerous ships and steamers, airplanes,
birds, important buildings, and much more. Surrounded by a wide pictorial border with illustrations of the Yankee Peddler, the Mill at new London 1653, Webster’s
home in West Hartford, Nathan Hale’s school, the Tower of Harkness Memorial Quadrangle Yale University, the Whitfield House 1639, and several more. The map
locates schools, colleges and universities, roads, railroads and rivers. Embellished with a decorative title cartouche, nautically themed secondary cartouche distance
scale and a compass rose. Printed on thick paper with blank verso. Amy Drevenstedt was an illustrator who is best known for a map depicting the flight of Charles
Lindbergh. The thick paper has led to some fold intersection splits, some with small loss, and one short fold split at right. Some old thumbtack marks in corner.
(B+)
$120-180
281. Washington, D.C. (Grundriss von Washington de neuen Hauptstadt der vereinigten Staaten von Nord-America), Anon., ca. 1800. 8.4 x 6.6”. (BW) This plan shows
the city in good detail with the major streets named. The map is very similar to the Jedidiah Morse map of 1794 but has a few additions and, of course, the title is in
German with fancy script lettering, difficult to accomplish on a copper plate. Locates the President’s House, the Capitol, and Georgetown. Compass rose with fleurde-lys. An uncommon issue. Two light spots and a small area of text offsetting in blank area above plan. Good impression and full margins. Professionally backed
with archival tissue. (B+)
$200-300
282. Washington, D.C. (Topographical Map of the District of Columbia and a Portion of Virginia), U.S. Corps of Engineers, Washington D.C., 1884. 20.5 x 20.6”. (BW)
This incredibly detailed map covers the vicinity of Washington DC including Alexandria, Virginia. It was compiled from maps made by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic
Survey 1879-84, military maps made in 1861-65, Boschke’s map of 1861 and Carpenter’s Assessment maps from 1882. Folding as issued with minor toning and a
couple tiny separations at fold intersections. (A)
$100-130
283. Dakota Territory (Ceded Part of Dakota Territory Showing Progress of U.S. Land Survey during 1862), U.S. State Surveys, Washington D.C., [1864]. 13.7 x 14”.
(BW) This early map of the eastern part of Dakota Territory shows a survey grid cluster in the southeastern corner of the region that had been ceded by the Sioux
and Yankton Indian Tribes. Just west of the surveyed land there is a military reserve and two small Indian reservations. The balance of the chart is largely blank
with only detail of the rivers and some topography and the locations of a few forts and Indian villages along the Missouri River. The surveys were completed under
the direction of Surveyor General G.D. Hill. Folding as issued with faint fold toning. The binding trim at left is at the neatline and there is a tiny binding tear barely
entering the map. (B+)
$150-200
284. Dakota Territory (Territory of Dakota), General Land Office, Senate Doc. #283, 48th Congress, 1st Session, Washington D.C., 1882. 24 x 29”. (PC) This large and
striking county map shows the extent of public surveys in the territory, with Bismarck noted as the capital. Filled with details, it includes the location of military and
Indian reservations, railroads, land grants, cities, towns, county seats, and more. The Northern Pacific Railroad extends across the territory and three Territorial Roads
are shown. The Pine Ridge, Rosebud, Lower Brule, Standing Rock, Cheyenne, and Sioux Indian Reservations occupy the majority of the western portion of the
territory. Economic development is still largely limited to the eastern portion. By 1880 cattlemen (many from Texas) occupied most of Dakota’s range land. Drawn
by C. Roeser, Principal Draughtsman. This large, detailed and beautifully lithographed map was printed by the esteemed firm of Julius Bien, N.Y. There is a trace
of toning along folds. Issued folding now pressed and backed with archival tissue. (B+)
$150-180
285. North and South Dakota ([Lot of 2] Map of the State of North Dakota [and] Map of the State of South Dakota), General Land Office, Dept. of the Interior, Washington
D.C., 1906. 17.15 x 13”. (PC) Very detailed maps colored to indicate townships containing and those “probably containing” lignite coal. Both maps were compiled
and drawn by M. Hendges, and both signed in the plate by the “Geologist in charge, Economic Geology of Fuels.” A historical pair that illustrated the search for coal
to satisfy the growing energy requirements of the US economy. Both with faint fold toning and browning on verso. Both professionally backed with archival tissue.
(A)
$100-140
286. Florida (Plan de l’Ile d’Amelia... [on sheet with] Plan de la Barre et du Port d’Amelia... [and] Plan de la Barre et de l’entree de la Riviere de Nassau), Depot de la
Marine, Paris, 1779. 17.2 x 23.3”. (BW) This interesting sheet has three charts based on the surveys of Jacob Blamey, John William Gerard de Brahm and Captain
William Fuller. The plans contain soundings and navigational information on Amelia Island, which is strategically located on the boundary between Florida and
Georgia. The natural deep harbor on the north end of Amelia Island was an important anchorage for all kinds of sailing vessels including smugglers, pirates, and slave
ships during the colonial period. During the American Revolution, the island became home for English Loyalists fleeing the colonies.
All three charts are oriented with north to the right. The map at top shows Amelia Island from the surveys of Blamey and De Brahm. The largest chart details the
harbor at the north end of Amelia Island with Cumberland Island, Martin’s (Marteirs) Island and Tiger’s Island, showing anchorages, soundings and hazards. The
ruins of Fort William are noted at the tip of Cumberland Island. This fort was built by the British Gen. James Oglethorpe, founder of the colony of Georgia, who successfully repelled Spanish troops from Georgia in 1742. A number of other landmarks and buildings are named, including the plantation of the Countess Dowager of
Egmont. A small prospect of the entrance to St. Mary River is included. The small plan to the left details the entrance of Nassau and St. Johns rivers at the southern
end of Amelia Island.
Ordered by Antoine de Sartine, Minister of Marine during the American Revolutionary War. It was prepared for the very rare atlas, Neptune America-Septentrional, and
separately issued for “Prix Un Franc 80 Centimes” as noted below the bottom neatline. The map was designed for use by both the French navy and merchant marine.
Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1634. There is a minor repaired tear in the blank margin, still overall fine. (A+)
$1500-2000
287. Florida (Carte Geographique, Statistique et Historique de la Floride), Buchon, Paris, ca. 1825. 24 x 17.3”. (HC) Very early territorial map of Florida, from the
French version of Carey & Lea’s atlas. The map shows only the first two counties: Escambia and St. Johns, corresponding to the old colonial divisions of East and
West Florida. The interior river systems are still largely conjectural, particularly the St. John river which has its headwaters in the large lake Mayaco. Two roads lead
east out of St. Augustine; one to Rollstown near present-day Palatka on the St. Johns River and the other to Ivitachua just south of Ft. St. Marks. A number of forts
are shown in northern Florida including Ft. Barancas, Ft. Gadsden or Collinton, Ft. St. Marks, Ft. Poppa, Picolota Ft., and a British fort erected during the war on the
Appalachicola River. There is virtually nothing shown in the southern peninsula. The surrounding French text provides extensive information on Florida’s history
and topography. Nice impression with original color. (A+)
$350-450
288. Florida (Florida), Colton, General Atlas, New York, 1855. 14.7 x 11.8”. (HC) Detailed state map featuring only 35 established counties, current to 1855. The
railroad extends west to Tallahassee and south to near Cedar Key. There is good detail of roads, forts and villages, rivers and swamps. An inset, Plan of the Florida
Keys, continues to show the Keys to Tortugas Islands. Dated 1855, but this is the issue with plain borders, likely published 1857. Fine, dark impression and lovely
full color with some light stains. (B+)
$120-160
289. Florida (Geologic and Topographic Map of Florida, prepared by the United States Geological Survey), U.S. Geographical Survey, Florida Geological Survey, 1909.
22.2 x 29.5”. (BW) The large folding map was prepared by the Florida Geological Survey in cooperation with the United States Geological Survey. According to
www.dep.state.fl.us/geology, this is the first geological map of Florida published by the FGS. The map identifies 14 geological formations and has a large inset of the
“Westward Extension of Florida” drawn on the same scale. This large map folds into the pocket at rear of the original Florida State Geological Survey, E. H. Sellards,
State Geologist, Second Annual Report 1908-09 (6.3” x 9.3”). Octavo, 299pp. Hardbound in original red cloth with numerous photographs and other illustrations.
Published from Tallahassee in 1909. The folding map of Florida is very good with only faint fold toning. Binding is very nice with only slight wear, contents clean.
(A)
$160-200
290. Eastern North America, Florida (Florida East Coast Railway & Hotels as well as Nassau Bahamas and Cuba Illustrated in Colors), Matthews-Northrup Co, Buffalo,
NY, 1911. 7.8 x 16.2”. (PC) This scarce brochure has numerous colored and b&w photos of resorts and activities. It features the beautiful bird’s-eye view Air Ship
View of Florida Nassau and Cuba Showing Relative Location of the Famous East Coast Hotels (25” x 9”). It is a fanciful view of the Florida coast including Nassau
Bahamas, Havana and extending north as far as New York. Names towns and resorts including Palm Beach, Daytona, Havana, Key West, St. Augustine, Jacksonville,
and Baltimore. An oversized train travels along eastern Florida servicing the resort hotels while dirigible floats overhead. On the verso is the map Florida (land of
flowers) East Coast Hotels and East Coast Railways (8” x 16”) which is drawn in an earlier style with a decorative cartouche featuring Neptune, putti and the railroad’s
coat-of-arms. No other example of this scarce brochure found. Maps are fine. The covers have just a touch of roughness at top edge, otherwise fine. The foldout
view has staples in one fold and a small piece of archival tape at a fold else is near fine. (A)
$200-250
291. Georgia (Carte Geographique, Statistique et Historique de la Georgie), Buchon, Paris, ca. 1825. 24 x 17”. (HC) This map is from the French edition of Carey &
Lea’s American Atlas with French text surrounding the map on three sides of the large folio sheet. It is a beautiful pastel colored map of the state detailing counties,
roads and towns. There were large regions to the south and west of the state still belonging to various Indian tribes including the Creek and Cherokee tribes. John
Clarke was the governor at the time of publication, serving his second term. Some light toning primarily in the margin. Minor foxing in the margin. (B+)
$250-325
292. Hawaii ([Lot of 5 - Hawaii]), Cook, London, ca. 1780-1800. This lot includes very early engraved views of Hawaii from Cook’s third and final voyage. Cook explored
Hawaii before heading north to explore the Pacific coast, where they tracked past the Bering Strait before being turned back by ice. The expedition then sailed south
to Hawaii, where Cook was killed in a dispute with the natives at Karakakooa Bay on February 14th, 1779. Clerke, his second-in-command, took over the expedition
and they surveyed further in Hawaii before returning north to continue the exploration for the Northwest Passage.
1) Pirogue des Isles Sandwich, avec les Rameurs Masque., engraved by Benard, uncolored (14.2” x 9”). This exceptional engraving shows a Hawaiian War Canoe
filled with men wearing ceremonial gourd helmets and feathers. (A)
2) Vue de Karakakooa, Partie de l’Isle Owyhee, engraved by Benard, uncolored (19.6 x 8.8”). This spectacular view of the bay is filled with small dugouts and larger
single sail boats, the majority surrounding Cook’s two ships. Good depiction of a Hawaiian village at right. This engraving is known as the earliest view of surfing;
a single surfer is shown paddling out among the dugouts. On thick paper with very nice impression. This unfolded edition has some marginal flaws and a light
damp stain at left. (A)
3) Terreeoboo, Koning van Owhijhee, Kapitein Cook Geschenken Brengende, uncolored (14.4 x 8.8”). This fine copper engraving shows the royal canoe of King
Terreeoboo with a large sail and many men paddling. The royal members are wearing cloaks and headdresses, and are stationed in the middle of the boat. There
are over 40 men on this single boat. It is closely followed by two large outriggers, each with about 20 men rowing. From a Dutch edition. Nice impression with
two short marginal tears. Three fragments of brown paper pasted on verso for no apparent reason and a tear entering 1/2” into image at right is closed on verso
with cello tape. (B)
4) Terreeoboo, King of Owhyhee, an Island in the North Pacific Ocean, bringing Presents to Captn. Cook, by J. Webber & W. Grainger, hand color,
(7 x 5.4”). A smaller engraving of the royal canoe shown. (A)
5) A Canoe of the Sandwich Islands, in the North Pacific Ocean, with the Rowers masked., by J. Webber & Page, hand color, (7 x 5.4”). A smaller version of #1 above.
(A) See individual descriptions.
$600-800
293. Hawaii ([Lot of 4 - Hawaiian Portraits]), ca. 1780-1800. (HC)
1) Man of the Sandwich Islands / Woman of the Sandwich Islands (7.8 x 5.5”). The man on the left is Chief Kaneena who Cook found particularly curious and intelligent. He was, unfortunately, killed in the same skirmish that took Captain Cook’s life. Feathered cloak and headdress were reserved for ceremonious occasions
only by chiefs. The handsome woman is wearing a cloak and leis around her neck and hair. Cook described the lei as being composed “of exceedingly small feathers,
woven so close together as to form a surface as smooth as that of the richest velvet.” Engraved by Sparrow. Very good example on thick hand laid paper. (A)
2 & 3) A Woman of the Sandwich Islands, in the North Pacific Ocean (5 x 6.8”). Matched pair of engravings show the same young woman described above. Engraved
by A. Warren. Both are fine (A+).
4) Femme Sandewich, (5 x 7”). This small full portrait shows an important royal woman judging from her feather headdress and cloak. She is holding a royal scepter
with long, exotic feathers. The margins are less than full, but outside the plate mark and adequate for framing. (B+) The first is on early machine-made paper, the
other thee are on hand laid paper, all with generous margins except the last. See individual descriptions for additional condition information.
$180-220
294. Hawaii ([Lot of 6 - Captain James Cook]), ca. 1780-1840.
1. A Striking Likeness of the Late Captain James Cook, F.R.S., by Alex Hogg, from Anderson’s Large Folio Edition of the Whole of Captn. Cook’s Voyages &c.
Complete., 1781, black & white, (8.8 x 13”). Large and strongly engraved portrait surrounded by an oval frame. Below is a list of the Voyages and the years at
sea. Lightly toned with a minor crease in image. There is an ink library stamp on verso. (B+)
2. Offrandes Faites au Capitaine Cook, aux Isles Sandwich., by Benard, black & white, (14 x 8.8”). Capt. Cook being offered a roast pig in the company of priests at
the house of Lono, the God of Agriculture. Behind Cook is a wooden idol that Cook describes as being of the same kind as those on Morai. Near fine with beautiful, dark impression on thick hand laid paper with wide, deckle edged paper. Short split in upper margins at centerfold, otherwise fine. (A)
3. Captain Cook, by N. Dance & E. Scriven, hand color, (4” x 7”). This 3/4 portrait is a beautiful print that combines engraving, etching and the difficult technique of
aquatint. With Cook’s facsimile signature in the plate. Published by Fisher, Son & Co. On a full sheet (8” x 10.5”) with gold highlights to hand coloring. (A)
4.Representation of an Offering to Captn. Cook, and his Officers at Owhyhee one of the Sandwich Islands., by Webber & Page, hand color, (7 x 5.2”). (A)
5. Mort de Cook, by Sainson, hand color, (7.5 x 5.3”), circa 1840. (A)
6. Representation of the Murder of Capt. Cook at O-Why-ee, hand color, (7.3 x 6.4”). (B+) See individual descriptions.
$300-400
295. Hawaii ([Lot of 2] Rand McNally 14 X 21 Inch Map of Hawaii [and] Map of the Territory of Hawaii), New York, 1917-1930. (PC)
A. Rand McNally 14 X 21 Inch Map of Hawaii, by Rand, McNally, circa 1930. This handsome pocket map provides fairly good detail inland with towns and villages,
counties, volcanoes and topography noted. The legend identifies eight railroads. Large inset shows a larger perspective, extending to Midway and Kure islands. The
uncolored verso has a large map “Honolulu and Vicinity” drawn on a scale of 1:80,000 and extending to include Diamond Head and Waipahu. Below are the Index
to Towns and Places that includes Districts and Counties, also Physical Features and Parks, and Railroads. Folds into gray paper covers (4.25” x 9.25”) with fancy
border on front and pictorial advertisement on back of their Globes and Atlases with a floor globe illustrated. The populations given are from 1930. Rand McNally
pocket maps of Hawaii are scarce. Two small fold intersections splits in map. The coves are very nice with just some edge soiling or toning, otherwise fine. (A)
B. The Map of the Territory of Hawaii, 33” x 22”, 1917. This large and colorful map was “compiled from data on file in the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey: Hydrographic Office: Hawaiian Government Surveys, and other authentic sources under the direction of I. P. Berthrong chief of drafting division.” Beautifully colored
including lithographic shading to suggest terrain. Published under the direction of the commissioner Clay Tallman. Large inset (12.5 x 7.5”) at lower left gives a
wider view of the entire archipelago and notes in red the Hawaiian Islands Bird Reservation. In 1904 Theodore Roosevelt established this huge reservation, which
stretches between Nihoa to Kure Atoll with the exception of Midway. Table at bottom center lists the distances to the principle ports in the Pacific Ocean from
Honolulu. Good detail on a scale of 1 inch = 12 miles. Blank verso. (A+)
$120-160
296. Iowa (New Sectional map of Iowa), Cram, Chicago, 1874. 37 x 27.3”. (PC) This rare pocket map is highly detailed and filled with information including watershed, towns and early settlements, wagon roads, townships, and colored by county with the county seat identified. The railway system is surprisingly well developed
throughout the state. With an advertisement in lower left calling for agents in the west. The map carries the date of 1874 with a copyright date of 1872. The imprint
is Cram’s Western Map Depot, 66 Lake St. Chicago, Ills. There was a close relationship between the Cram and Watson firms, who also published from this address.
This Lake Street address was the home to Cram’s publishing company between 1873 and 1879, thereafter moving to Wabash Avenue. The map folds into original
brown pebbled cloth with fancy embossed pattern and gilt title. Paper label on inside cover is the “Official Census of Iowa by Counties, 1873.” This is a scarce and
very early Cram pocket map. The map is very good with just a little weakness on a few folds with archival tape on verso. The covers are very nice with virtually no
wear. (B+)
$300-400
297. Kentucky (Carte de Kentucke d’apres les Observations Actuelles; dediee a l’Honorable Congres des Etats-Unis de l’Amerique et a Son Excellence George Washington, Commandant en chef de ses Armees), Filson, Histoire de Kentucke, 1785. 12.3 x 13.5”. (BW) Filson’s landmark and very rare map of Kentucky extends
from the Ohio River in the north to the Cumberland River in the south. The map contains numerous notes on the topography and nature of the land and features a
legend identifying forts, villages, mills, and even the “huts of savages” (Indian settlements). John Filson (1753 - 1788) was the first Historian of Kentucky. Moving
from Pennsylvania about 1782, he settled in Lexington where he divided his time between teaching and surveying land claims. He wrote The Discovery, Settlement
and Present State of Kentucke in 1784. The “Map of Kentucke” was engraved and printed in Philadelphia and was reprinted several times prior to 1793 but his plan
for a second edition was not realized. He purchased land at the junction of the Ohio and Licking rivers, the future site of Cincinnati, which he named Losantiville.
His survey and plan of the town is visible in the structure of today’s downtown Cincinnati. In 1788 while on a surveying expedition near the Great Miami River, he
disappeared when the party was attacked by Shawnee Indians.
The map is still bound in Histoire de Kentucke, Nouvelle Colonie a l’Ouest de la Virginie, which was translated into French by M. Parraud. The book contains a vast
array of information on Kentucky, including the discovery, the acquisition, the establishment, and a description of the topography and nature. Also included is some
history on Colonel Daniel Boon and the Native Indians in the region. Contains two lovely bookplates on the front pastedown: one from “Ex Bibliotheca Sobolewskiana” and a private one from Elizabeth Griswold Lane Moss, an Ohio notable. 234 pp., bound in mottled calf, spine gilt, gilt panels on covers, decorated endpapers,
and ribbon page mark. Ref: Howes #F129 Map with light, uneven toning. In need of rebacking with warped back board and part of spine detached. Light damp
stains at beginning and end of text block, with a small tear on p.99. (B+)
$2500-3000
298. Louisiana (Third Report from the Select Committee on Emigration from the United Kingdom), House of Commons, London, 1827. 8.5 x 13.2”. (HC) This rare
Parliamentary report was a reaction to the great numbers of citizens emigrating from England, Ireland and Scotland. The select committee was formed to look into the
issue, but in the end recommended that emigration should not be state aided. Much of the committee’s interest was directed toward Ireland and to whether landlords
could assist by clearing estates and giving free passages to their dispossessed tenants. The majority of the book is concerned with hearings and transcripts of testimony,
the tone that at times is startling, to say the least. There are many similar examples, but consider this passage from page 257: “Are you aware of any new causes
now operating in Ireland, that have a tendency to check this progressive increase of population? -- No, indeed I am not; I don’t know of any.” “Can you contemplate
anything that can remedy the evil [of increasing populations], other than the removal of a certain portion of these unemployed persons? -- I do not think there is any
other; I can think of no other.” The emigration was focused on the United States, in this case Louisiana near the confluence of the Red and Mississippi Rivers. The
Appendix lists Petitions by city and occupation “of Persons desirous of Emigrating from the Untied Kingdom,” together representing thousands of individuals. The
book includes five large folding amps showing land available. The maps are preceded by a copy of the US act making available for purchase lands at no less than
$1.25 per acre to anyone.
The maps are by Charles Gordon, surveyed by G. Davis, Surveyor of Public Lands (United States) South of the State of Tennessee, and by Levon Wailes, Surveyor
of Public Lands in the states of Louisiana & Mississippi. Each measures approximately 16” x 14” and uses hand coloring to indicate sold lands. 1) Township 17, N.
Range 14 East. Land District north of Red River in the State of Louisiana; 2) T.11 N. R. VIII. E. District North of Red River Louisiana.; 3) Township 15, N. Range
1 East. Land District north of Red River, State of Louisiana; 4) Township 20 N. Range 13 East, Land District North of Red River in the State of Louisiana; and 5)
A Map, exhibiting the order of the Survey of the Public Land of the United States of North America. By Charles Gordon, Draughtsman. 1825. This is the general
map of the area.
Published by order of the British House of Commons. Small folio, 2.25” thick. Hardbound in modern blue paper with dark blue cloth on spine. 658pp, Title page,
Report with numerous tables and statistics, Appendixes, maps, Index.. This rare and unusual British government issued book is worthy of much study. The book and
contents are fine. The maps are clean and bright. A few with short binding tears as one would expect to see. (A+)
$1600-2400
299. Maine ([Lot of 3 - Maine]), 1811-1872. (HC)
1. Maine, A. J. Coolidge, Boston, 1860, 16” x 22”. Very finely engraved and beautifully colored. This highly detailed map was drawn on the polyconic projection by
Shedd & Edson, Civil Engineers & Surveyors, No. 42 Court St., Boston. With fancy lettering in title and the seal of the state above. The map is surrounded with
a most decorative border. Folding as issued and fine except for a little toning at one fold on left side. (B+)
2. Maine, G.W. & C.B. Colton, New York, 1876, 12.6” x 15.6”. Highly detailed map showing the counties, townships, cities and towns. It is surrounded by Colton’s
strap work border. Published for Hoyt, Fogg & Donham of Portland, Maine. Printed on fine banknote-quality paper. Small remnant of glue on verso. (A+)
3. The Province of Maine from the best Authorities 1811, Ester Prentiss Low, New York, 7.3” x 10.7”. This scarce map was engraved for the New Encyclopedia. A
partial compass rose with fleur-de-lys rests in the Atlantic and the distance scale is in American miles. Limited detail in the interior but towns and roads are noted
along the coast in the south. Esther Prentiss Low was the widow of John Low. She reissued the New Encyclopedia between 1810 and 1815 from New York. Low is
mentioned by Alice Hudson and Mary Ritzlin in Women as Mapmakers, as one of the many women that made important contributions to cartography. Full original
margins. (B+) See individual descriptions.
$350-450
300. Portland, Maine (Portland Harbor Maine), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1862. 25.3 x 28.5”. (BW) A fine chart of Portland’s harbor and its approaches,
extending to Long Island. The interior is nicely developed to show terrain features including a street grid for Portland. Sailing directions provide guidance for mariners plus a listing of the locations of four lighthouses. The sea view profile at the bottom is from a distance of three miles. It clearly shows the town, plus locates the
Portland Head lighthouse, Observatory, Bangs’ Island, and White Head. Folding as issued with a separation in fold below title and some minor toning. (B)
$150-200
301. Massachusetts ([Copper Plate] View of Fitchburg, Mass., from Rollstone Hill), ca. 1870. 16.3 x 8”. This copper plate is a 1938 copy of the original view made in
1870. The title given is from the original lithograph as this plate does not carry the title nor imprint, which continues “Printed in colors by J.H. Bufford, Boston, from
nature by E. Whilefield.” The plate is finely etched with remnants of printer’s ink visible. It is mounted on a copper back-plate that has alignment pin holes. This
lot includes a sample print of the December 20, 1938 Fitchburg Sentinel with accompanying presentation copy of the paper’s article describing this historical view.
Also with a proof copy of the print mounted on cardboard with the copper plate inside. Copper printing plates are scarce and a terrific collectable. The plate is very
nice with no physical flaws. (A+)
$250-325
302. Boston, Massachusetts (Plan de la Ville de Boston), Bellin, Petit Atlas Maritime, Paris, [1764]. 6 x 8.5”. (BW) This is an attractive and early plan of colonial Boston
that extends to include the harbor, Charles Town and Isle Ronde. The map portrays the area in its early evolution, detailing streets and wharves. The key reveals
other important locations including gun batteries, powder magazines, prison and town hall. There is a simple compass rose in the harbor and distance scale in the
key. The scale is in “Mille Toises” which is equivalent to an English fathom or a little over six feet per Toise. Engraving at top neatline, Tome I, No 31, makes this
the 2nd state. Minor foxing and small ink stain. (B+)
$250-400
303. Boston, Massachusetts (A New and Correct Plan of the Town of Boston), Anon., Gentlemen’s Magazine, London, [1775]. 7.5 x 10.5”. (HC) This important map
was published just four months after the Battle of Bunker Hill. The map shows Charles Town in Ruins with pictorial indications of ruined buildings. The plan of
Boston names streets, including Beacon Street with a topographical representation of Beacon Hill, Newberry Street, and indications of fortifications, batteries and
other landmarks. There is no engraver’s signature. Ref: Jolly (GENT) 239; Phillips (M) pp. 149. Folded as issued. One spot at neat line and margin extended with
old paper at binding trim, still very good. (B+)
$400-500
304. Boston, Massachusetts (A Plan of the Action at Breeds Hill*, on the 17th of June 1775. Between the American Forces, and the British Troops. *Erroneously Called
Bunkers Hill), Smith, Monthly Military Repository, London, [1796]. 8.3 x 9.2”. (HC) This rare map is a reduced version of Thomas Hyde Page’s plan of the Battle
of Bunker Hill. Although the battle resulted in a British victory and loss of control of Boston, the campaign was considered one of the first steps towards American
Independence. Page served as aide-de-campe to General Howe during the action. His plan was first published by Faden and later in Charles Stedman’s history of
the American Revolution. Smith’s plan, in addition to being publishing in the United States, is important because it correctly identifies Breed’s Hill as the site of
the battle. It also changes the title to emphasize the American forces: ...between the American Forces, and the British Troops vs. ...between His Majesty’s Troops
under the Command of Major General Howe, and the Rebel Forces. The map shows British landing places, lines of attack, movements of the British ships, Warren’s
Redoubt and the deployment of the defending forces. The British troops are shown in red with the American forces depicted in blue. Due to the ephemeral nature of
Smith’s Military Repository, this map is rarely found on the market. Ref: Wheat & Brun, #247; cf Nebenzahl (Biblio) #29. Overall toning with margins professionally restored with skilled facsimile of the top neatline. (B+)
$3000-4000
305. Boston, Massachusetts (Boston Harbor Massachusetts From a Trigonometrical Survey…), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1872. 35.5 x 28”. (BW) This is one
of the finest charts produced by the Coast Survey, fully and beautifully engraved with as much detail on land as along the coastline. The chart is filled with hundreds
of soundings, anchorages, hazards, bottom type, and tables of buoys, light houses, and tides. The inland detail includes roads, houses, fields, villages and railroads.
Three sea view elevations show the land from various approaches. This is the revised edition from the 1867 chart. Folded as issued with toning at the folds and
separation across the majority of the upper fold that can easily be repaired. (C)
$150-200
306. Boston, Massachusetts (Birds-eye View of Boston Harbor Compiled from the Latest Surveys…), Photo-Electrotype Company, Boston, ca. 1880. 11.8 x 8”. (PC)
This early work of the company is a map of the vicinity of Boston Harbor that uses a false horizon to provide the illusion of a bird’s-eye view. It extends to Cohasset in the south and to Nahant and Revere Beach north of the city. All islands are located and named with ferry routes noted. Shows the location of the engagement
between the Shannon & Chesapeake, Minot’s Light, Hardings Ledge, the Quarantine Grounds, and several lighthouses. The map is surrounded by panels of advertisements: the Fall Rive Line (“Colossal Palace Steamships”), Boston Cigar Store, American House, and several more including an inset within the map for the Boston
& Hingham Steamboat Company. Blank verso. The 100 page booklet (4.5” x 6.5”) Illustrated History of Boston harbor is filled with line drawings. The first and
last several unnumbered pages are illustrated advertisements, the most interesting is for the “Cold Blast Refrigerator Company”. The pictorial front cover depicts
a beautiful yacht under full sail, perhaps one of the America’s Cup boats. Little is known about the Photo-Electrotype Company, founded by James Henry Stark in
1877, and their publications are scarce. The full imprint is Photo-Electrotype Engraving & Manufacturing Co. 171 Devonshire Street, Boston. The folding map has
a few spots and small tear into advert, otherwise ‘very good. The booklet is very good, but has thin archival tape on spine. (B+)
$200-275
307. Detroit, Michigan ([Lot of 5 - Plans of the City of Detroit with Report]), Rep No. 83, 21st Congress 2nd Session, Washington D.C., 1831-1860. 11.3 x 18.3”. (BW)
This lot contains four maps of Detroit from the American State Papers of 1860 and the original government report of 1831 describing them. The maps were not
published with the original government report and are not listed in Claussen & Friis. All were printed by Bowen & Co.’s Lith., Philadelphia. The 14pp report is titled
City of Detroit. It is in modern cloth with new endpapers. The report is fine. (A+) The maps are:
A) Plat of The City of Detroit as Laid Out by The Govr. and Judges 18.5” x 11.4”. Similar in size and style to Mullett’s map. Prepared by John Farmer January 8,
1831 from Wayne County Michigan Territory. Folding as issued. Short binding trim tear, closed on verso with archival tape, otherwise fine. (A)
B) Plan of Detroit by John Mullett 1830 (17.5” x 13.8”). The detailed plan of the city includes a list to 15 important buildings and institutions keyed to the plan.
Engraved by J.O. Lewis. Folding as issued. A couple small spots, others fine. (A)
C) Plan Of Detroit, 9.8” x 8.2”. Good detail of the city from the Grand Circle to the Detroit River. Folding as issued. A few light spots. (B+)
D) The Points Where Private Claims Conflict with the Plan of The City are Indicated by Dotted Lines, 6.5” x 10.8”. The plan delineates individual plots with owner’s
name. Concerned with property between Larned Street and Jefferson Avenue, and between Congress Street and Woodward Avenue. A couple spots. (B+) See
individual descriptions.
$300-500
308. Montana (Montana Territory), General Land Office, Senate Doc. 58, 52nd Cong., 1st Sess. 1892, Washington D.C., 1887. 39 x 26”. (PC) This uncommon large
edition shows in great detail the extent of public surveys in Montana just prior to its statehood in 1889. Hydrology and topography are well developed on this colorful
map. Remarkable detail throughout due to a scale of 1 inch to 15 miles. The map locates military posts (Forts - Assiniboine, Keogh, Maginnis, Custer, Camp Baker,
etc.) Custer Hill, Custer’s Monument, and the Reno battlefield; shows Yellowstone National Park in its entirety with major features. Extensive legend identifies land
offices, Surveyor Generals Office, county seats, towns, villages and railroad stations, railroads (completed and proposed), military reservations, Indian reservations,
railroad land grant limits, etc. The map is accompanied by the original 185-page report to Congress concerning the fragmentation of the Great Sioux Reservation
in 1889. The report “Letter from the Secretary of the Interior in Relation to the affairs of the Indians at the Pine Ridge and Rosebud reservations in South Dakota”
is dated March 15, 1892. This report covers the events that led up to the Wounded Knee Massacre. Map and report are beautiful examples. The report is disbound.
(A+)
$250-350
309. Nevada (Outline Map of Washoe District Nev. Showing Comstock Lode Etc.), Wheeler, Surveys West of the 100th Meridian, Washington D.C., [1879]. 17.7 x 21.3”.
(BW) A remarkably detailed map that shows the gold and silver operations in the vicinity of Virginia City. The map is a product of Capt. G.M. Wheeler’s Expeditions of 1876-77 for the “Surveys West of the 100th Meridian.” It is difficult to overstate the number of claims shown; perhaps as many as 100 in a patchwork mosaic
covering the region so completely it is difficult to see place names. Scores of mills including Sherman, French’s, Humphreys, Nevada and many more are identified.
The Sutro Tunnel is detailed with the tunnel entrance located. Hundreds of settlements and villages, roads and trails and much, much more are presented.
This area first drew the interest of gold prospectors in the 1850’s. They struggled with the heavy, gooey mud that clung to picks and shovels. When assayed, this
troublesome muck proved to contain silver ore worth over $2,000 a ton - in 1859 dollars - not counting the gold content! This rich lode caught the attention of President Lincoln who realized this mineral wealth could help keep the Union solvent during the Civil War. In 1864 he made Nevada a state, bypassing the sticky problem
that it did not contain enough people to be constitutionally eligible for statehood. A remarkable map in near fine condition that attests to the manic mining activities
of the day. Faintly toned along some folds and small pieces of archival tape on verso at some fold intersections. Two tears at right in blank margin, both closed on
verso. (B+)
$160-200
310. Nevada (State of Nevada), General Land Office, Washington D.C., 1903. 42 x 30”. (PC) An excellent, large format state and county map showing the status of
public surveys and many details throughout the state. This edition is segmented and mounted on linen. A legend explains symbols for settlements, townships, Indian
reservations, public reserves, etc. Abundant place names are shown including the Carson Sink, Virginia and Silver City, the Sutro Tunnel, Las Vegas, and much more.
Topography and hydrology are nicely developed. Compiled and drawn by Daniel O’Hare under the direction of Frank Bond, Chief of Drafting Division, G.L.O.
Printed by the Friendenwald Photo-Litho company of Baltimore. Stiff paper covers on linen when map is folded. This large format edition is scarce, especially
mounted on linen. Paper and linen sound and bright. Very lightly toned on some folds. (A)
$275-350
311. New Hampshire ([Lot of 2] New Hampshire [and] The State of New Hampshire), ca. 1799-1801. (HC)
A. New Hampshire, by Joseph Scott, from The New and Universal Gazetteer, circa 1799, (6.2 x 7.4”). This is the second state of this map. Five counties are shown
by dotted lines, and there is good detail of towns, roads, watershed and topography. A note in the northernmost part of the state identifies 42,000 acres to Dartmouth
College. This edition is nearly identical to the first state, with only minor changes made in order to strengthen the impression. A nice, early example. B condition
with scattered foxing, offsetting and trimmed side margins.
B. The State of New Hampshire by Samuel Lewis, from Carey’s American Pocket Atlas, 1801, (6.0 x 7.5”). The state now has a good transportation network of roads
and trails and there is considerably more development in the northern region. B+ condition with even toning. Ref: Wheat & Brun #186 & #187; Cobb #92.
$150-200
312. New Jersey (A Geological Map of New Jersey), Rogers, Boston, 1839. 15.8 x 27.5”. (HC) A remarkably detailed and colorful map depicting, through legend and
color, twenty different geological formations, plus fine detail of roads, post offices, cities, village, roads, etc. The map is important because it was the first geological
map prepared for the state. It is also an excellent economic map with a detailed legend at bottom that identifies churches, mills or manufactory, furnace, forges, glass
works, taverns, dwelling houses, etc. Lithographed by Duval in Philadelphia. A geological survey of New Jersey was conducted 1835-1839 under the leadership of
Rogers, Professor of Geology at the University of Pennsylvania and the leading geologist of his time. This remarkable map rarely comes to market, and it is very
uncommon to find it complete with the original report, Description of the Geology of the State of New Jersey being a Final Report, 1840 by H.D. Rogers, printed by
C. Sherman & Co., Philadelphia. The fold-out frontis shows three sections. New Jersey was one of the first states to complete and publish results of its survey in
final form. Rogers later became State Geologist for Pennsylvania. His career culminated with the publication of his landmark geological report for that state in 1858.
Octavo, 301pp. Hardbound in embossed brown cloth leather label on spine with title in gilt. Bookplate of the University of London inside front cover; accompanied
by a deaccession letter. Ref: Marcou & Marcou #236 The map is a near fine example with only a short binding trim tear. Binding very nice and contents tight, frontis
map rough on edges. Author’s inscription to R.C. Taylor at top of title page. (A)
$600-700
313. New York (The Country between Crown Point and Albany being the Great Pass from the English to the French Settlements in North America), Anon., Grand Magazine
of Magazines, London, [1758]. 4.5 x 7.5”. (BW) Detailed little map of the Hudson River and the lakes George and Champlain that shows the wagon roads, forts,
and settlements in the region. Published in August of 1758 during the French and Indian War, the map was designed to illustrate the recent unsuccessful attempt to
dislodge the French from Fort Ticonderoga on Lake Champlain. Also delineates Indian paths and shows a large body of Drown’d Lands along Wood Creek to the
south of Fort Ticonderoga. This map is similar to those published in other British magazines of the period. Published in the rare Grand Magazine of Magazines,
which ceased publication after less than two years. Ref: Jolly GMOM-7. Clean bright example with exceptionally strong, early impression. Small binding hole in
right margin. (A)
$200-275
314. New York (A Map of the State of New York … Contracted from His Large Map of the State), Witt, 1804. 27.3 x 22.3”. (HC) This folding map is a reduced version
of De Witt’s landmark (1802) map of New York, originally printed on six sheets. Simeon de Witt was a pioneer in American cartography. He played a central role
in the economic development of the state during his tenure as Surveyor General of New York between 1784 and 1834. Even in reduced format, this map reflects
the intensive surveying of upstate New York that was conducted following the American Revolution, much of it under De Witt’s oversight. This map is notable for
showing the boundaries of all the counties and townships, and for being one of the first maps to show the distinctive outline of the state as we know it today. De Witt’s
maps were enormously influential and his overall depiction of New York’s geography was not surpassed for decades. Dissected and mounted on original linen and
encased in a leather slipcase. A previous owner’s name (Levi P. Graham) and the date 1808 is written in black ink on the case. Graham was employed in surveying
the canals of New York. Ref: Ristow, pp. 73-83 & 103. Original outline color with minor overall toning and light stains in upper corners. (B+)
$4000-4750
315. New York (Pays Situe entre Frog’s Point et Croton River…), Marshall, French edition of Life of Washington, Philadelphia, ca. 1807. 8.6 x 16.3”. (HC) Shown on
this map is the area east of the Hudson River, just north of New York City with the positions of the British and American armies between October 12 and 28, 1776. A
fine Revolutionary War map from the French edition. Some minor damp stains in the image, else very good. Issued folded and now flattened with the binding trim
replaced. (B+)
$180-230
316. New York (Map of the State of New York), Gillet, Dwight’s Travels in New England and New York, London, 1823. 12 x 11.5”. (BW) This map shows Yale College
as the Prime Meridian, a unique configuration to our knowledge shown only in the three maps from this publication. The official list of historical Prime Meridians
does not include Yale or New Haven. The map shows good detail of roads and settlements. Legend locates Towns in Richmond and Kings counties
This map was published in the only American edition of Timothy Dwight’s work, however the maps was engraved in London by W. Wright. Timothy Dwight IV was
a minister, theologian, educator, and author. The eighth president of Yale College, Dwight selected the college as the Prime Meridian for these maps as noted at lower
left of both. A scarce map. Toned along two folds in upper portion. Issued folding, now flat. (B+)
$150-200
317. Niagara River, New York (The Outlet of Niagara River), Currier & Ives, New York, ca. 1848. 12.5 x 9”. (HC) Currier and Ives was a printmaking company based
in New York City from 1834-1907, producing black and white lithographs that were hand colored. The focus of their work was American life, cities and people, and
they often employed celebrated artists of the day to render drawings to be reproduced in print form. This beautiful panoramic view of the outlet of Niagara River
shows Lake Ontario in the distance. Publisher’s imprint at bottom with their address at 152 Nassau St. New York. Printed on sturdy paper with wide original margins
with expert paper restoration in blank margins, far from map image. (A)
$600-800
318. New York - Railroads (Map of the Rail-Roads of the State of New York Prepared Under the Direction of William B. Taylor, State Engineer and Surveyor by S.H.
Sweet, Dep State Engr. & Survr.), Sweet, Albany, 1863. 29.8 x 24”. (BW) Very early map showing the Oil Region in northwestern Pennsylvania. It names numerous railroad lines along with those under construction and proposed routes. A table, Length of Rail Roads in Operation, lists 53 railroads and branches. Published by
Weed, Parsons and Co., Albany, NY. A very handsome map, with decorative borders and a fine vignette of a train. The reference given is for an earlier, 1857, edition
by Vaughan. Ref: cf Modelski (US) 263. Issued folded and now flattened. A tiny binding tear in the blank margin has been expertly repaired. (B+) $120-160
319. New York (Map of New York and Vicinity Accompanying “Atlas of New York and Vicinity”), Beers, Ellis & Soule, Atlas of New York and Vicinity from actual
Surveys, New York, ca. 1867. 28.5 x 30”. (HC) This scarce map was published in this atlas, which was only published once. The colorful map shows that portion
of New York State south of Poughkeepsie and most of Long Island. Also shows half of Connecticut west from New Haven, the northern half of New Jersey including
Trenton and a small portion of Pennsylvania. The map presents remarkable detail of towns and villages, roads, railroads, and political boundaries including counties
and townships. The cities and larger towns are drawn in street grid pattern and the detail is so good that even Central Park is named. Circles at five mile increments
radiate from lower Manhattan. The map is embellished with fancy titling and flourishes and a surrounding banknote-style border. The map image is near fine with
strong original color and a beautiful impression and displays very well despite the following flaws. Small (1/2”) hole in Shohola County, 5” tear from binding trim is
closed on verso and virtually invisible and a light water stain is visible in Raritan Bay and part of Long Island. Full margins. (B)
$400-600
320. Hudson River, New York ([4 Sheets - Map of the Hudson River]), Bruce, New York, 1894. (HC) A remarkable map in strip-chart format that is over 100 inches long.
Details are drawn on a scale of 1.5 miles per inch. Complied from U.S. Coast Survey data, this map includes the names of prominent residences along the Hudson,
historical landmarks and Indian names.
Map of the Hudson River from New York to Croton, (5.4 x 26.8”).
Map of the Hudson River from Croton to Hyde Park, (5.4 x 26.8”).
Map of the Hudson River from Hyde Park to Coxsackie, (5.4 x 26.8”).
Map of the Hudson River from Coxsackie to Lansingburgh, (5.4 x 19.7”). Very fine, folding as issued. (A+)
$120-160
321. New York City, New York ([Lot of 3] Novum Amsterodamum [together with two engravings]), Montanus, Amsterdam, [1673]. 6.5 x 5”. (BW) The view shows
the small Dutch settlement of New Amsterdam, located on the southern tip of Manhattan. The Dutch first settled in the area in 1626 after purchasing the island from
the Indians for $24. Viewed from the harbor, it depicts the settlement with a few wooden buildings, a large church, a windmill, and most prominently a gallows and
swinging gibbet. This engraving has been attributed to two different artists: Laurens Hermansz Block who was the artist aboard the Dutch ship Lydia that visited
New York in 1650; or a drawing by Augustine Herremans, ensign of the Burgher’s camp in 1660. In 1664 New Amsterdam was captured by the British and renamed
New York, in honor of James, the Duke of York. Included with the view are two engravings of a native family and a view of some incredible local animals (including
a unicorn). Sheets measure 7.5 x 12”. German text below and on verso. Some toning and a stain on right-hand side of all 3 pages just entering neatline. (B+)
$600-750
322. New York City, New York (A Plan of the City and Environs of New York in North America), Anon., Universal Magazine, London, [1776]. 14.5 x 11.3”. (BW) This
uncommon, Revolutionary War era map was published in November 1776 to inform the British public of the growing conflict. The cartography is a compilation of
the Montresor (1766) and Ratzen (1767) maps, but with some new additions and details, including the addition of the name Delaney’s New Square to an area near the
Collect Pond (labeled here Fresh Water) that is surrounded by blocks of New Buildings not Finished. The square is shown on the Ratzen map as the Great Square, and
by the 1780s it is filled with buildings. The map names many streets and roads, including Broadway and the Road to King’s Bridge where the Rebels mean to make
a Stand, which runs parallel to Road to Kepps Bay where the Kings Troops Landed. It also includes details of wharves, ferries, public buildings, some industries,
orchards, gardens, fields, houses (including some resident’s names), Fort George, and the battery. The map is accompanied by a four page article from The Universal
Magazine for November 1776 with references to the names of various locations on the map. The article discusses Impolitic Laws made in England to the Detriment of the Americans - Some Acts in their Favour - Americans associate to support their own Manufactures - The bad Consequences of these Proceedings prophesied
at that Time - Sir Robert Walpole’s Opinion of American Taxation - Remarks on the King’s Speech in 1765 - Conduct of Mr. Grenville to the Colony Agents.
The end of the article mentions the fire of September 19, 1775, in which almost 1,500 houses were burnt down, allegedly by the Americans. Ref: Jolly UNIV-177;
Nebenzahl (Biblio) #114; Sellers & Van Ee #1110. Issued folded, now flattened, with some minor offsetting. (B+)
$1500-1800
323. New York City, New York (View of New York), Currier & Ives, New York, 1869. 13 x 8.8”. (HC) Currier and Ives was a printmaking company based in New York
City from 1834-1907, producing black and white lithographs that were hand colored. The focus of their work was American life, cities and people, and they often
employed celebrated artists of the day to render drawings to be reproduced in print form. This incredible bird’s-eye panoramic view shows the busy harbors of New
York City from Brooklyn Heights. The skyline of the densely built metropolis consists of church steeples, and the New York Bay is filled with heavy side-wheeler
traffic. Castle Garden, now known as Castle Clinton, is depicted at left. The imprint at lower right shows Currier and Ives address at 152 Nassau St. New York. Printed
on sturdy paper with trimmed, but ample margins. Expert paper restoration in blank margins, far from map image. A couple of minute chips in center of image that
do not distract. (B+)
$900-1100
324. New York City, New York (Map of Long Island, New York showing locations of Wells…), U.S. Geographical Survey, Professional Paper No. 44, Washington D.C.,
1903. 25.5 x 61.5”. (PC) An excellent topographical map of Long Island that is filled with details and information. It shows well locations, waterworks pumping
stations, groups of wells and lines of tunnels, etc. The colorful map with great detail on a scale of 1 inch = 2 miles and contour intervals at 20 feet. Includes the continental coastline to beyond Bridgeport, Connecticut. This is Plate XXIV from Professional Paper No. 44. Printed by the Julius Bien firm of New York. A stunning
example. Virtually flawless example which is remarkable considering its size and paper from this period. (A+)
$200-250
325. Brooklyn, New York (Bird’s-Eye View of the Borough of Brooklyn Showing Parks, Cemeteries, Principal Buildings, and Suburbs), 1897. 34.8 x 20.2”. (BW) This
rare bird’s-eye view was published in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle for their so-called “Consolidation Number” that was published on the eve of Brooklyn’s consolidation
with Greater New York. This large and dramatic view includes enormous detail of the buildings, roads, parks, factories and smoke stacks, churches, and graphically
shows the robust development taking place. It extends to include the Navy Yards and further to Jamaica with Rockaway and at the far horizon are Coney Island and
Seagate. Provides great detail along the waterfront with scores of docks and wharfs filled with tall masted sailing ships and steamers. Signed in the plate by George
Welch. The original Brooklyn Daily Eagle was published between 1841 to 1955 and was for two years edited by Walt Whitman. Ref: Reps (Views) #2456. Remarkable condition considering this is a newspaper production. Professionally backed with archival tissue to close a marginal tear at left, another at top and to support the
folds. (A)
$600-800
326. Long Island, New York (Map of Long Island City Showing the Boundaries of Same Together with the Five Wards), Anon., ca. 1870. 14.3 x 9.3”. (BW) Long
Island City is today included in present-day Queens across the East River from Manhattan. Shows the five wards: 1st or Hunter’s Point, 2d or Blissville Ward, 3d or
Ravenswood Ward, 4th or Astoria Ward, and 5th or Bowery Bay Ward. The city boundary shows it separated from Brooklyn by Newtown Creek, with the boundary
continuing to Hell Gate, Lawrence Point and Bowery Bay, along Bowery Bay Road and Calvary Cemetery Road. Blackwells Island and the James Slip and 34th
Street ferries are located. Printed on thin banknote-quality paper.
During the early 1800s wealthy New Yorkers built mansions in the Astoria area to escape the city crowds. Stephen Halsey developed the area as a village, and named
it Astoria, in honor of John Jacob Astor. In 1870 Long Island City was chartered from the consolidation of Astoria, Ravenswood, Hunters Point and Steinway. In
1898, Long Island City officially became part of New York City when it expanded its borders to include what is now Queens. An uncommon map. Sound example
with just a few light creases and a small stain at right neatline. Full margins with binding trim as issued. (B+)
$100-140
327. Long Island, New York (Topographic Map of Long Island, New York [with report] The Geology of Long Island), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), The Geology of
Long Island, Washington D.C., 1913. 61.2 x 25.4”. (PC) This is a very large and detailed map with county divisions, roads, cities, towns and railroads. It details the
entire island extending to include New York City, Jersey City and most of Staten Island. There is also exceptional detail along the Connecticut shoreline to Bridgeport.
The details are quite remarkable and include small villages, dirt roads or trails, railways, and much more of interest. Topography lines, at 20’ intervals, are shown in
brown, coastal wetlands in blue, and the Atlantic Ocean and Long Island Sound in green. It was lithographed by Julius Bien and is on two joined sheets, as issued. The
map rests in original envelope at rear of Myron L. Fuller’s report, The Geology of Long Island, published in 1914 as Professional Paper 82 by the Department of the
Interior. Softbound in paper, the 231 page report contains scores of line drawings, b&w photographs and smaller maps. The map is near fine with a few unobtrusive
fold intersection splits. The contents of the report are very good, but the rear paper cover is missing, the spine has tears and is missing head and tail, front cover has
abrasions across top. Condition code is for the map. (A)
$200-250
328. Oklahoma & Northern Texas (Asher & Adams’ Indian Territory and Texas. North West Portion), Asher & Adams, New York, 1874. 22.8 x 16.3”. (HC) This map
shows lands ceded to numerous Indian Tribes and was intended as a railroad map of Indian Territory. The Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad runs north-south along the
eastern border of Indian Territory, and was the first railroad to enter Texas from the north, reaching Dallas by 1886. The proposed route for the Texas Pacific Railroad
is also shown, which was intended to extend between Marshall, TX and San Diego, CA, but instead was connected with the Southern Pacific Railroad at Sierra Blanca,
Texas in 1881. Original hand color with a few unobtrusive spots. Centerfold split and a small adjacent tear in bottom margin, neither entering map image. (B)
$110-150
329. Oklahoma (Indian Territory), General Land Office, Washington D.C., 1887. 32 x 24”. (PC) This interesting map is from the series of General Land Office maps
reflecting the status of lands allocated to various tribes as shown through color-coding. The Indian Territory was initially established as a place to relocate the principal
eastern Indian tribes and the Five Civilized Tribes formed the nucleus of an organized government. By 1887, however, representatives of some fifty tribes had settled
on lands once promised to the original five. This map reflects many of these allocations and shows 25 separate regions and names seven more. A small portion of
the panhandle is shown and labeled Public Lands. Drawn by G. P. Strum and photolithography by Julius Bien & Co., N.Y. Accompanied with the original disbound
portion of the report, titled “Indian Territory, June 30, 1886” from George Catlin’s Indian Gallery, by Thomas Donaldson. The map has strong, bright color and full
margins. Short closed tear at binding trim and a small area of darkening near center. Report is fine. (B+)
$240-300
330. Oklahoma (Map of Indian Territory and Oklahoma), U.S. Government, 11th Census, Report of Indians Taxed and Indians Not Taxed, Washington D.C., 1890. 29.5
x 22”. (PC) Large, colorful and historically significant map showing the newly created Oklahoma Territory, which was created in 1889. This is possibly the only
Census Office map showing the two territories together. Both would clamor for admission to statehood. The Dawes Commission would soon extinguish Indian land
titles, which led to eventual statehood for the Oklahoma Territory. There is documentary backup for the Indian titles in each of the tribal areas and marginal notes
with historical information on the various Indian Lands. Scale of 12 miles to the inch, legend in upper right. Lower right box lists the railroads authorized to operate
in Indian Territory. This is the rarer issue from the 11th Census and should not be confused with the more common General Land Office issue. Fine example with
bright color and strong impression. Folded as issued. A small, insignificant printer’s crease in the upper margin enters border. (A+)
$600-750
331. Oklahoma, Atlases ([Lot of 2] Hastain’s Township Plats of the Creek Nation [in set with] Hastain’s Township Plats of the Seminole Nation), 1910-13. 5 x 7”. (BW)
Pair of rare atlases of township plats for the Seminole and Creek Indian Nations in Oklahoma. The Creek plat book is uncommon, and the Seminole atlas is scarce
and rarely seen. Each page is a detailed plat map that names the land owner. 12mo volumes, with township plats, showing original land ownership. Seminole 60pp.;
Creek 317pp. Published in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
Toward the end of the nineteenth century the United States government determined that the best way to reward the Five Civilized Tribes for their peaceful hard work
and advancement was to relieve them of the burden of their tribal lands. Individual families were to receive fee simple allotments with the remaining land make
available for homesteading. Enterprising whites had come into Indian Territory and saw their opportunity to acquire title to some of the Indian allotment lands. The
discovery of oil and gas fields expedited this interest and there was a need to know who the landowners were and legal location of these tracts of land. This resulted
in the compilation and publication of some early land atlases and indexes to land ownership by some local map publishers and compilers. Eddie Hastain (1869-1943)
was an attorney who came to Muskogee, Indian Territory, around 1900. After becoming interested in land ownership of properties in Indian Territory, he compiled
and published the two land ownership atlases offered here. These plat atlases provided a quick and factual reference to the original owners of these lands in Indian
Territory. They were used by abstract and title firms, the legal profession, county clerks, the various land administrative offices of the Creek, Seminole, Cherokee,
Choctaw and Chickasaw tribes, land investors and speculators, and even the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA). Hastain’s land ownership atlases were reasonably priced
and small enough in size to be easily carried in a pocket for general reference purposes. Those interested in land investment opportunities whether for farming, industrial
purposes or potential areas for coal, oil and gas fields, were the major purchasers of these publications. Hastain’s atlases continue to be the best and easiest use for
location the original land ownership titles and for historical research in eastern Oklahoma. The Seminole atlas is near fine inside with shelf wear to cover and small
parts of the spine missing top and bottom (A). The Creek atlas was a working copy owned by George McCoy Farms & Oil Lands. Virtually all pages have annotations
made to many of the plots. Several other owner’s names on blank end papers, up to 1924. Covers worn with some loss at lower front cover and spine. (B+)
$1000-1400
332. Pennsylvania (The Centennial Exhibition and the Pennsylvania Railroad), Rand McNally & Co., New York, 1876. 6 x 9”. (HC) This uncommon promotional booklet
was produced by Rand McNally for the 1876 Centennial Exhibition and the Pennsylvania Railroad. It contains two fold-out maps, the first is the Map of Centennial
Grounds and buildings, showing the depot and tracks of the Pennsylvania Railroad (14”x 17”) which is a detailed plan of the exhibition grounds with all buildings
named. It shows a number of streets, the Pennsylvania RR Centennial Depot and Ticket office, and the Globe, Transcontinental and U.S. Hotels. On the verso is a
highly detailed map of Philadelphia, Map of the Philadephia Shoing Lines and Depots of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. The second fold-out map is General
Map of the Pennsylvania Railroad and its Connections, which is a detailed railroad map (17” x 14”) of the United States with the routes of the Pennsylvania Railroad
highlighted and an inset map of the world. On the verso are superb views along the route, the fancy interior of various cars, and an elevation view of a full train with
locomotive and several cars including the Pullman Parlor car and Pullman Drawing Room Sleeping Car. The booklet has some great illustrations as well as excursion
rates, hotel rates and general information. Pictorial paper covers with the Liberty Bell and American Eagle on front and a terrific engraving of the impressive Centennial Depot of the back. Contents 52pp with original string binding. We’ve not seen another example of this issue. The first map is clean but has some roughness and
an 1/8” hole where it is attached to the booklet, else is very good. The second map is very good. The front cover has a small part of the outside edge missing and
archival tape re-enforcing of the spine. Internally it is very good. (B)
$250-325
333. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ([Lot of 2] New map of the city of Philadelphia... [and] B. Baist’s Driving Map of Philadelphia and Environs), Philadelphia, 1890-1897.
1. New map of the city of Philadelphia from the Latest City Surveys (28” x 40”), block applied color. This pocket map is a large and very detailed plan of the city
and suburbs. The map extends to include Chestnut Hill in the northwest and south to show Paschalville, League Island and Fort Mifflin. The detail is remarkable
with every wharf shown and named, individual rail lines delineated, even the densely packed yards show every branch, important buildings, parks, cemeteries and
college. Colored by ward with a street directory at lower left, a list of various locations based on the highest recorded water level of the Delaware River, and a table
of Statistical Notes. The map is printed on two sheets and folds into stiff black cloth boards (4” x 6”) with embossed gilt title Smith’s Map of Philadelphia. On the
front pastedown is the business bookplate for the map publisher J.L. Smith with the phrase “No panes spared in my business!” with an image above of a broken
window. The map has numerous re-enforced fold intersections on verso, mostly archival tape but also old paper. There is some minor loss at a few of the folds.
The covers have some wear on inside of spine.
2. B. Baist’s Map of Philadelphia and Environs, 40” x 26.7”, hand color. This large pocket map is Section A of Baist’s Driving-Series Map. It covers western Philadelphia to include the Schuylkill River extending westward to include Phoenixville and Dunblane. Locates individual homes and farms with the owner’s name, country
roads, railroads, and small towns and villages. Locates the Pennsylvania. Hospital for the Insane, Haverford College, the famous Bryn Mawr Hotel, etc. Copyright
1889 this edition is updated to 1890. The map is backed with linen and folds into stiff brown cloth covers with gilt title Baist’s Driving Map of Philadelphia and
Environs. Front pastedown is a paper label describing the map and promoting Baist’s other maps. The map has archival tape at the folds on the verso and shows
stress at some of the folds on the front, else is very good. The top and bottom of the spine has pieces missing and is backed with archival tape. (B) $300-400
334. Pennsylvania (Pennsylvania), Geographical Publishing Co., Chicago, 1905. 16.7 x 27.5”. (PC) This is a striking and detailed promotional wall map made for the
A.J. Harter piano company of Altoona, PA. The large top panel advertises the pianos they exclusively carry, with a fine illustration of the Florentine Grand piano of
the Ivers & Pond Piano Company at center. The lower panel illustrates six pianos. A long list gives 27 specifications for these “High Grade Pianos” with pricing
from $175 to $1,000. The map of Pennsylvania is highly detailed and beautifully colored by county. On the verso is an index to counties and towns. An uncommon
advertising map. Bright coloring and strong impression. The top and bottom metal strips and red piping at sides intact. The original brass hanging rings are present
but opened. A little creasing visible, still fine. (A+)
$140-180
335. Rhode Island (Partie de l’Etat de Rhode-Island, et Position des Armees Americaine et Britannique, au Siege de Newport, et a l’Affaire du 29 Aout 1778), Marshall,
French edition of Life of Washington, Philadelphia, ca. 1807. 10 x 16.8”. (BW) Interesting small Revolutionary War map depicting Rhode Island, along with positions of the British and American armies when the siege of Newport took place in August of 1778. Narrow but adequate lower margin, else fine. (A) $230-275
336. Charleston, South Carolina (A Plan of the Attack of Fort Sulivan, near Charles Town in South Carolina…), Faden, London, 1776. 14.6 x 11”. (HC) This rare
Revolutionary War battle plan depicts a pivotal British naval assault on Fort Sullivan, near Charleston, South Carolina. Charleston was a critical location as it was
the largest city and only port in the South. In the summer of 1776, the British dispatched a fleet of ships to regain the possession of Fort Sullivan from the Americans.
The map shows the original positions of the British ships, along with their regiment numbers, in the upper-right corner. An inset map depicts the plan of Fort Sullivan. Behind the fort, a makeshift “bridge of boats” connects Sullivan’s Island with the mainland and the site of the Rebel’s camp. The British ships are illustrated
near the fort along with their names and the number of guns on each. Due to tactical errors and misinformation, the British lost the battle despite the fact that they
had more than double the manpower and firepower than the Americans. This is the first state of the map, and includes a dedication to Commodore Sir Peter Parker
by Lt. Colonel Thos. James. Ref: Nebenzahl (Biblio) #64; Tooley (America) p. 60. Original color and wide margins, with light toning confined to the blank margins.
(A+)
$10000-12000
337. Charleston, South Carolina (Siege de Charlestown), Marshall, French edition of Life of Washington, Philadelphia, ca. 1807. 12.5 x 8.3”. (BW) Map of the Siege
of Charleston showing the position of British ships and camps surrounding Charleston. This was a major battle in the Revolutionary War and occurred in the later
stages of the war as the British focused their efforts on the colonies to the south. After a six week battle, the Americans surrendered the largest number of troops in
the entire war. (A+)
$250-325
338. Charleston, South Carolina (Preliminary Chart of Charleston Harbor and its Approaches), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1856. 31.8 x 30.8”. (BW) This fine
chart of Charleston Harbor extends to show Charlestown and further inland to the confluence of the Cooper and Wando Rivers and part of the Ashley River. It locates
the forts of Sumter and Moultrie. It includes soundings, navigational channels, hazards, beacons and lighthouses. For a coastal chart, the inland detail is remarkable
with plans of Charleston, Mount Pleasant and Moultrieville, plus land and rivers delineated. St. Michaels and St. Phillips are named in Charleston and the light ship
at Rattlesnake Shoals is noted. Two sea views at bottom show the coastline as seen from onboard an approaching vessel. Folding as issued with a few splits on fold
intersections and minor toning. There is an irregular binding trim into the neatline at bottom left. (B+)
$170-220
339. South Carolina (Geological Map of South Carolina, by M. Tuomey, State Geologist, 1845.), Tuomey, 1848. 9 x 10.5”. (HC) This important map is the first geological
map made of South Carolina. It is complete with the original Report on the Geology of South Carolina. The map provides 15 different formations shown via coloring
and pattern. The legend also locates Iron, Gold, Copper, Lead, Mangaese, Bismuth, Plumbago, and Soapstone. A large and colorful profile shows the region from
Charleston through Columbia to Saluda Gap. The report contains numerous engravings in the text plus the folding Map of the Iron Ore and Limestone Region of
York and Spartansburgh Districts (11” x 7”), which identifies three types of iron ore and limestone. Octavo, 293pp, plus Appendix and Index 56pp. Ref: Marcou &
Marcou #546. Map with very nice original color and a dark, early impression. Some light scattered foxing mostly at right side, extraneous creases from misfolding,
and a 2” binding tear that does not enter map. The iron ore map is soiled in folding flap. Report is disbound, text with toning and damp stains. (B+) $400-500
340. Republic of Texas (Texas), Bradford, An Illustrated Atlas…, Boston, [1838]. 11.3 x 14.4”. (HC) Early edition of this Independent Republic of Texas map that was
patterned on Stephen Austin’s seminal map. The map shows the empresario grants, lakes, rivers, creeks, towns and Indian villages. The Old Mexican Garrison is
located on the Brazos River north of Deer Creek. The border with Mexico is at the Rio de las Nueces rather than the Rio Grande and the northern boundary is along
the Red River. The map locates and names San Antonio de Bexar, San Felipe de Austin, Sabine, St. Augustine, Nacogdoches, Zavala, Tivis, Houston, Montezuma,
Waco Village, Tenoxititlan, and more. There are approximately 17 grants named, including Stephen F. Austin, Woodbury & Cos, Cameron’s, (two separate parts),
Zavalla’s and Whelin’s. The large region around Austin is called Austin’s Colony. Engraved by G.W. Boynton. Complete with two text pages related to the Republic
of Texas. Ref: Day #32; Phillips (M) p.842; cf Martin & Martin #31. Full, original margins with a nice impression and original outline color. A few spots and light
water stains in margins. Oval blind stamp for the Brooklyn Public Library at right margin and 1” into map, with deaccession documentation. (B+) $2500-3000
341. Republic of Texas (Texas in 1836), Kemble, History of the Discovery and Settlement of the Valley of the Mississippi, New York, [1846]. 9.3 x 8.3”. (HC) This
delicately engraved map of the Republic of Texas displays an uncertain western border, similar to Bradford’s important map of 1835. It shows the early Texas colonies and Mexican empresario land grants, including: John Cameron’s Grant, Felisola’s Grant, Burnet’s Grant, Beale’s Grant, Beale and Grant’s Grant, McMullins &
McGloine’s Grant, De Leon’s Grant, Power’s Grant, Vhelin’s Grant, Zavalla’s Grant, Dewitt’s Grant, Austin & Williams Grant with Stephen H. Austin’s Grant inside
of it. The map is filled with other early details including roads, topography, and much more. Notations include Comanche Indians, Elevated Prairies, Droves of Wild
Cattle & Horses, and Immense Level Prairies. The map was originally included in John Monette’s book of 1846 and is an early publication by Harper & Brothers.
Sound map with no physical flaws, very good hand color and full, original margins. Toned with some faint foxing. (B+)
$700-900
342. Texas (No. 13 Map of the State of Texas), Mitchell, Mitchell’s School and Family Geography, Philadelphia, 1846. 8.3 x 10”. (HC) This map features the “stovepipe”
configuration showing Texas at its largest extent when first admitted to the Union. The western boundary is at the Rio Grande del Norte, putting Santa Fe in Texas.
Part of Texas continues to the northwest above Taos in an area labeled the Green Mountains. This edition is the first to name Dallas. There are no counties formed
west of about 98 , but there is a large unorganized Bexar region above San Antonio de Bexar and below a region labeled Wild Horses. In the western region a number
of Indian Tribes are named. This is the most desirable map of Texas from the Mitchell school geographies. There are two faint spots within the map. At extreme
right side are binding holes and edge of paper is discolored from binding. (B+)
$250-325
343. Texas (Map of Texas to Illustrate Olney’s School Geography), Olney, Olney’s School Geography, New York, ca. 1850. 8.3 x 10.3”. (HC) This nice early map of
Texas includes several early settlements including Dallas and Fredericksburg. Indian tribes, forts, and early county development are noted. The farthest west counties
are Gillespie and Medina at about 99 . A vast uninhabited region lays between the established counties and the Ilamo Estacado. A faint area of smudging below title
and a few spots in left margin, else very good. (A)
$150-200
344. Texas (Galveston Entrance Texas From a Trigonometrical Survey…), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1856. 17 x 13.5”. (BW) This coastal survey chart
details the entrance to Galveston Bay. It includes a town plan of Galveston without streets named. The chart extends to Pelican Island, Bird Key, and Bolivar Point.
It locates buoys, a beacon, a light boat, and is filled with soundings, bottom types and extensive notations on sailing directions. Triangulations were completed by
R.H. Fauntleroy and J.S. Williams. Folding as issued with light toning and a fold intersection split. (B+)
$140-170
345. Texas (New Map of the State of Texas Compiled from J. de Cordova’s large Map), Colton, General Atlas, New York, ca. 1857. 26 x 17”. (HC) This handsome
Texas map is based on an important 1849 map by Jacob de Cordova, which was the first to be drawn from General Land Office records. It shows extensive detail
throughout the settled part of the state. The western third is comprised of the large unsettled areas of Presidio, El Paso, Bexar and the Staked Plain. Cooke County in
the northern part of the state is oversized and extends well into the Staked Plain. The other county development is consistent with 1855-56 and the plain border suggest this was published circa 1857. Railroads, forts, post offices, roads, springs, and topographical detail are all clearly indicated. Three insets show the panhandle,
Galveston Bay, and Sabine Lake. Just a little foxing on lower centerfold and some spots at extreme left, otherwise very good. Full, original margins, fine color and
crisp impression. (B+)
$250-350
346. Texas (County Map of Texas), Mitchell, New General Atlas, Philadelphia, 1860. 13.4 x 10.7”. (HC) One of the most attractive maps of the state of Texas, inset
with a map of Galveston Bay and Vicinity. West Texas is made up of Young Territory, Bexar Territory, El Paso and Presidio Counties, and clearly shows the Llano
Estacado or Staked Plain with a notation about the region being “destitute of both wood and water.” Erath county is mistakenly identified as “Earth” county. The map
shows trails, roads, a limited railroad system that extends only into Austin, and proposed railroads indicated by dashed lines. The map is surrounded by a fine floral
border. Copyright date 1860, published circa 1864. The county development is up-to-date for 1864 as Dawson county, abolished in 1866, is included. Ref: Ristow,
p. 313 Faintly toned with a few insignificant spots in border. (A)
$200-250
347. Texas ([Lot of 2] Asher & Adams’ Texas Western Portion [and] Asher & Adams’ Texas), Asher & Adams, New York, 1871-74. 16.4 x 22”. (HC)
1) This county map of West Texas shows towns, proposed railroad lines, and rivers, including the Colorado River and the Rio Grande. The far western portion of
Texas is divided into only three counties: El Paso, Presidio and Bexar. A large inset shows the western border of Texas where it meets Mexico, with El Paso shown
on the proposed route of the Texas and Pacific Railroad. The map is dated 1874.
2) This county map of East Texas extends from Louisiana west to beyond San Antonio and features the railway system of the late 19th century. The map features
numerous railroads still in their infancy, along with proposed future routes: Houston & Texas Central Railroad; two spurs of the Texas Pacific Railroad; the Gulf,
Western Texas and Pacific Railroad; the International Railroad; the Texas & New Orleans Railroad; the Houston & Great Northern Railroad; and the Buffalo Bayou,
Brazos & Colorado Railroad, which was the first operating railroad in Texas. A large inset, “Portions of Texas,” shows the coastal region between Corpus Christi
and Brownsville in more detail. The map is dated 1871. Original color. The map of East Texas is lightly toned. (B+)
$200-250
348. Texas (County Map of the State of Texas Showing also Portions of the Adjoining States and Territories), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1884. 21.3 x 14”. (HC) This doublepage map of Texas extends to include parts of New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana. The map presents an excellent view of the county development with
only the large regions of West Texas yet to be organized. Galveston’s role as a main port of entry is implied by the large inset of the Plan of Galveston and Vicinity.
The Llano Estacado, or Staked Plain, is shown extending from the New Mexico Territory through the Texas Panhandle. Numerous railroads serve the southeastern
part of the state. Indian Territory is divided into several large nations and reservations. Drawn and engraved in Philadelphia by W. H. Gamble. There are a couple
of unobtrusive spots in the map with some stains in bottom margin just entering neat line in corners. (B+)
$200-250
349. Texas (Map of Texas), Kenyon Company, 1902. 20.5 x 15.5”. (PC) This land promotion map shows railways, towns, county lines, county seats, and the sixteen
Congressional Districts in the state of Texas. The north-western portion of the state is shown in an inset, and the area around Corpus Christi is circled in red. On
verso is a smaller map, Map of Corpus Christi and Brooklyn, which outlines the various tracts of land available, some of them numbered. Railway depots, the county
courthouse, the fair grounds, and other notable features in the town are highlighted, and a small inset map shows Brooklyn. Surrounding the map are dozens of advertisements for physicians, artists, lawyers, grocers, and other businesses, to convince prospective landowners of the growing economy in Corpus Christi. The map is
accompanied by original red printed wrappers titled Map of Corpus Christi and Texas … Compliments of A.H. Meuly Real Estate and Notary Public, (3 x 5.5”). The
wrappers offer a sales pitch for purchasing land: “You are offered the opportunity of a lifetime to acquire a fine farm or a ranch at a low price.” Short fold separations
confined to blank margins and repaired on verso with archival tape. Map has been removed from wrappers and pressed. Wrappers have worn covers with bumped
corners and a small chip on fore-edge. (A)
$200-250
350. Texas Oil Fields (Geological Map of Texas Showing Approximate Locations and Drilling Wells. Also Names the Companies Drilling), Denver, 1920. 18 x 20”.
(PC) This scarce pocket map focuses on the burgeoning oil and gas business in Texas. The title continues “the Locations and Names of Wildcat Wells Contained
Hereon were Obtained from sources we consider Reliable.” The map locates a huge number of Drilling Wild Cat (wells), each shown by individual, small oil derricks.
Legend also locates Producing Oilfields and Railroads. A wide pallet of colors indicate seventeen different geological formations, with the oil and gas fields located
and railroads delineated. Large table, occupying most of the left side, lists all of the oil drilling activity fields by county and drilling company keyed to the map.
Although oil was known to exist in Texas as early as 1543, the oil boom in Texas and Oklahoma began in earnest in the early part of the 20th century. The map folds
into original blue paper covers with the title “New Oil and Geological Map of Texas”. Blank inside cover, back cover lists the products and services of the company
including “Over 200 Texas - Louisiana - New Mexico and Oklahoma Oil Maps,” a remarkable number of maps by any measure. This rare commercially produced
pocket map is copyright May 1920 by the Standard, Blue Print, Map & Engineering Company, 515 Main Street, Fort Worth. Strong color and original margins, but
there are some short fold intersection splits. Cover spine is split about 2.5” from top. (B+)
$600-800
351. Vermont (Railway and Highway Map of the Famous Berkshire Hills Region, Showing also Villages and Points of Interest …), Watson, C.E, 1892. 22 x 30”. (PC)
This noteworthy and seldom seen map was published by Walter Watson for the Berkshire Life Insurance Company, Pittsfield, Mass. The map lays out the railways
and highways of the Berkshire Hills region in remarkable detail. A legend identifies main roads, school houses, cemeteries, churches, railroad stations, and much,
much more. The Berkshire Hills are described at right in a long excerpt from “Taghconic,” by J.E.A. Smith. Red type in lower right notes the map is available by
contacting the company or any of its agents in the principle cities. A vignette shows the company’s headquarters building and another “View of the Berkshire Hills.
Greylock Peak from the south end of Lake Onota.” According to the Harvard University Gazette, Oct. 24, 2002, this map is widely regarded as the first ‘free’ road
map ever distributed mainly for use by touring bicyclists when it was first published in 1883. This example is the 1892 revised edition. Beautifully printed by the
Coloritype Co., New York. A beautiful example with fine color and impression, full margins. Some lazy folds, still fine. (A+)
$200-300
352. Virginia (York Town, and Gloucester Point. As besieged by The Allied Army), Conder, William Gordon’s History of the Rise, Progress ... of the United States…,
London, [1788]. 8.5 x 11.3”. (BW) This finely engraved map provides information on this important American Revolutionary War battle including the positions of
British, American and French troops, and the ships in the York River. Good detail including many villages, roads, watershed, forests, and good topographical information. Locates with tent icons the quarters of Count Rochambeau, Gen. Washington, Gen. Knox, Gen. Nelson, Gen. Clinton, and several French commanders. Names
Moore’s House and delineates the roads to Williamsburg and to Hampton. The lower quarter of the map is a key that names and locates 22 British Fortifications and
15 French and American “Approaches”. North located by a fleur-de-lis in the York River. Plate IX at upper left above neatline. Margin extended at binding trim with
1.5” tear closed on verso at left. Otherwise a bright, beautiful example. (B+)
$375-450
353. Virginia (The Part of Virginia which was the Seat of Action), Conder, William Gordon’s History of the Rise, Progress ... of the United States…, London, ca. 1788.
10.5 x 7.3”. (BW) This detailed Revolutionary War map extends from tidewater Virginia back into the Piedmont to Louisa and Orange counties. Derived in part from
the Fry & Jefferson map of Virginia and Maryland, it includes part of Maryland and much of the lower Chesapeake Bay. Watershed, islands, courthouses, and some
early roads are delineated. Names many towns and settlements including Norfolk, Suffolk, Hampton, Richmond, Hanover, Fredericksburg, Elk Hill, Albemarle Old
Courthouse, and Tappahannock. Locates Tod’s Bridge, Raccoon Ford, Cape Henry, Point Comfort, etc. Very nice impression and original margins. Short printer’s
crease with light soil, otherwise a fine example. (A)
$375-450
354. Virginia (The State of Virginia from the best Authorities), Payne, Payne’s New and Complete Universal Geography, New York, 1799. 10 x 7.5”. (BW) Early map
of the state that is finely engraved and crammed with detail. It extends to show surrounding states and territories. The map shows fine detail of watershed, many
towns and villages, wagon roads and trails, counties, court houses, and more. The Northwest Territory lies just across the Ohio River border. The map was derived
from John Reid’s map for the American Atlas, which in turn was taken from Carey’s 1794 folio map. Published by I. Low, New York and engraved by Alexander
Anderson (1775-1870). Ref: Wheat & Brun #574. Nice example that is mostly very good with a little creasing at lower right and close margin at top , as issued with
a short tear just into map, closed on verso. (B+)
$250-350
355. Virginia (A Correct Map of Virginia), Carey, General Atlas, [1814]. 19.3 x 12.8”. (HC) Early nineteenth century map of the state of Virginia colorfully delineated
into counties. There is good detail of topography, settlements and roads. The western part of the state is relatively unsettled. A few counties, such as Albemarle, are
not labeled. Carey’s General Atlas of 1814 was the first atlas made in the United States to employ hand coloring as a standard on the maps. (A)
$500-650
356. Richmond, Virginia (Map of the Vicinity of Richmond, and Part of the Peninsula. From Surveys Made by the Order of Maj. Gen. J. F. Gilmer Chief Engineer, C.S.A.),
Gilmer, Life and Campaigns of General Robert E. Lee, Sacramento, [1866]. 17 x 26.5”. (BW) This scarce map, published just after the Civil War, is a variant of
the Campbell map (Map of the Vicinity of Richmond and Part of the Peninsula), of which the sole known example resides in the Hargett Library at the University of
Georgia). The Campbell map includes a backwards N and S in directional arrow, which do not appear on this version. The map shows the region bounded on the
north by Hanover Junction and the North Anna River, on the east by the Pamunkey River and in the south by the James River well below Richmond. The map extends
with less detail to Petersburg. There are individual land holdings identified by name, wagon roads, trails and churches. Near the southeast corner is Sherwood Forest,
home of President Tyler. The railroads named are the City Point, Clover Hill, Richmond and Petersburg and three other unnamed rails originating from Richmond
and traveling north and east.
At the beginning of the war, General Robert E. Lee had few up-to-date maps to provide his commanders, nor did he have the equipment to survey and reproduce a
large volume of maps. Major General Jeremy Francis Gilmer, the Chief Engineer for the Confederate States of America, undertook the task of providing the needed
maps. Like the Hotchkiss maps mainly done in western Virginia, Gilmer’s, done mainly in eastern and central Virginia, are extremely detailed and accurate. The
present map is an example of Gilmer’s efforts near Richmond. Minor toning along with some loss in the upper left margin. Issued folded, now flat. Foxing in lower
margin. (B+)
$300-400
357. Olympia, Washington ([Lot of 2 - Olympia Washington hand drawn property maps]), ca. 1892-1919. 17 x 16.5”. (BW) This appears to be an official plat map book
that contains 30 tipped-in manuscript maps (12” x 12”) from Olympia or Thurston County. Each is drawn on waxed cloth sheet (16.5” x 16”) in pen and ink with
some plots in color. Each map is identified by Township and range, with many owners named, but none are dated. The maps cover Township 15 Range 1-4 East and
West to Township 19 to show Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater and Northwest Olympia. The 12 acres donated to the state in 1853 by Edmund Sylvester for the Capitol are
left blank. Capital Lake does not exist, and is still shown as part of Budd Inlet. The map locates numerous inlets of Puget Sound including Budd, Henderson, Totten,
and Eld, and Hope Island. Shows the extent of the large Terryett Prairie and a large unsurveyed area northwest of Black River. Delineates the rivers and creeks and
many lakes including Black, Crooked, Patterson’s, Long and Clear. The lands of Native Americans are noted. Loose in the back of the atlas are numerous manuscript
field survey drawings. One of these maps is centered on Bigelow Lake and is signed C.O. Mannes, Civil Engineer Olympia, Mar 25th 1919. Plus a lithographed
map of downtown Olympia noting the proposed rail depot, and a proposed dock at the end of Main Street. Wide folio, hardbound half leather and brown cloth. The
loose maps are rough on the edges. The maps in the atlas are very good. Binding is very rough, spine cap is missing.
Accompanied by another folio volume that is a ledger of property/land transactions in records for Olympia dated 1892 - 1910. The pages, which must number at
least 150, are unnumbered but are completely filled with entries. Important names and business are mentioned including attorney and developer O.C. Lacey and the
Olympia Tribune (today’s News Tribune) newspaper. All monetary transactions are recorded for foreclosures, title abstracts and continuations, blue prints, and much
more. One curious line item shows $1.00 was paid for “Verbal Information.” Folio, hardbound half leather and green pebbled cloth. Pages are very good with just
a little soiling as one would expect from a working book that was used for nearly two decades! Binding is worn but sound. See description.
$500-650
358. Yellowstone, Wyoming & Montana (Sketch of the Yellowstone Lake and the Valley of the Upper Yellowstone River. Route of Capt’s J.W. Barlow and D.P. Heap,
Corps of Engineers, in their Reconnaissance of that Region during the Summer of 1871.), U.S. War Department, Sen. Ex. Doc. 66, 42nd Congress, 2nd Session,
Washington D.C., 1871. 12 x 27.2”. (BW) This scarce map is from Barlow and Heap’s “Letter from the Secretary of War, Accompanying an Engineering Report of
a Reconnaissance of the Yellowstone River in 1871.” The captains were dispatched by Lieut. General Sheridan to investigate the reports of extraordinary phenomena
in the Yellowstone region. They entered the area that would become Yellowstone National Park in July 1871 under the same military escort provided for the Hayden
party. After splitting from the main group, the expedition visited Tower Falls, Mount Washburn, the lower and upper falls of the Yellowstone River, Mud Volcano,
Yellowstone Lake, and numerous geyser basins. They then proceeded southward to explore the basins of the upper Snake and Yellowstone Rivers, the first detailed
exploration of these areas since the 1830s. The map details the routes traveled and locates camp sites with dates. There is detailed topography, watershed and landmarks. Blevins comments that Barlow and Heaps’s “map provides the first detail of many areas of the park as the Hayden maps based upon his 1872 survey would
not be published until 1873.” An important map that should be in any Yellowstone collection. Accompanied by the complete, disbound, 43-page report. Ref: Blevins
225; Wheat 1220. Some toning on folds and backed with light Japanese tissue to repair and support folds. (B+)
$250-325
359. Yellowstone, Wyoming (Yellowstone National Park and Forest Reserve from Maps by the U.S. Geological Survey), U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Washington
D.C., ca. 1890. 19.3 x 17.8”. (PC) This finely detailed topographical map shows all of Yellowstone Park plus the region to the east up to Bighorn County, in today’s
Park County. It has good topographical detail with contour intervals at 100 feet at a scale of 1 inch = 4 miles. The Upper, Shoshone, Gibbon, and Heart Lake Geyser
Basins, Mud Geysers, Mammoth Hot Springs are named. Old Faithful Hotel is noted. Folding as issued. (A+)
$140-180
360. Southwestern United States, California and Mexico (Nouveau Mexique), Duval, Paris, ca. 1663. 4.8 x 3.8”. (HC) The island of California is the main focus of this
charming miniature map. The map is filled with place names including the mysterious seven cities of Cibola. The Rio Nort (Rio Grande) originates from a large Lac
de Conibas and incorrectly flows into the Mare Vermeio. The map is based on Sanson’s Audience de Guadalajara (1657) with the addition of the Destroit d’Anien
above the island and several unnamed, north-south, mountain ranges on the mainland. This is the second state with much new nomenclature added on California and
Nouvelle Espagne added at lower right. Ref: Burden #353; McLaughlin #30. The upper right corner has been expertly repaired. (A)
$600-700
361. California, Southwest and Mexico (Cette Carte de Californie et du Nouveau Mexique…), Fer, Atlas Curieux, Amsterdam, 1700. 13.3 x 8.8”. (HC) This small map
is very important in the cartographic history of California and the Southwest. Ironically it is one of the only maps of the period to focus on the island of California,
and the first map to show the discoveries of Father Eusebio Kino, the man who disproved that California island theory. According to Wagner, the map is purportedly
based on a manuscript drawn by Father Kino in 1696. The island is named Californias o Carolinas and a number of new place names are introduced here for the first
time, including the interestingly titled Ba. d. las 11000 Virgenes (Bay of 11,000 Virgins). Numerous place names are shown in what is now the southwestern part of
the United States, including Santa Fe, Acoma, and Casa Grande. Additionally 314 different places are located and keyed to a table that fills a large portion of the map;
thus presenting remarkable documentation of the native settlements in the region. Engraved by Inselin, who also engraved Kino’s famous map. This is the important
first state. Ref: McLaughlin #134; Tooley (Amer) p.126, #62; Wagner #462; Wheat [TMW] #78. Original outline color and sharp impression with a few insignificant
spots. (A)
$1400-1900
362. California, Southwest and Mexico (Carte de la Californie Suivant…), Robert de Vaugondy, Diderot’s Encyclopedie (Supplement), Paris, [1772]. 14.5 x 11.5”. (BW)
This sheet has five depictions of California that present a fascinating cartographic history of the region. It was one of ten map compiled by Robert de Vaugondy for
Diderot’s important encyclopedia and depicts the mapping of California by five important cartographers. The earliest map reproduces Neron Pecci’s manuscript
map of 1604 showing the peninsula with a ragged coastline and place names derived from Cabrillo’s voyage of 1542-3. The second map is a detail from Sanson’s
1656 map showing the island of California with place names from the voyage of Vizcaino. Map three is from Delisle’s map of America of 1700 with the question
of California’s insularity left open to interpretation. Next is Fra. Eusebio Kino’s important map of 1705 that finally ended that cartographic myth. It is based on his
overland expedition from the mainland to the Sea of Cortez. Finally, map five is a portion of a Spanish map, showing the Jesuit explorations, that first appeared in
Miguel Venegas’ Noticia de la California in 1757, which is the first published history of California. This is an essential map for any California map collection. Ref:
McLaughlin #241; Fite & Freeman #52; Heckrotte & Sweetkind #15; Pedley #474. The dark early impression is impressive and against the bright, almost flawless
paper the effect is dramatic. Full sheet of thick hand laid paper with wide margins with the usual binding trim in the left margin. (A+)
$550-700
363. Southwest United States & Mexico (Mexico of Nieuw Spanje; tot het Nagaan der Vorderingen van Cortes), Kitchin, Robertson’s Geschiedenis van America, London,
1778. 15 x 11.3”. (BW) This is an attractive map of the American Southwest and Mexico. California is labeled Nieuw Albion with no detail outside of a few coastal
place names. The region of present-day Arizona and New Mexico is well delineated with numerous Indian villages and the locations of missions. The area from New
Mexico to Louisiana is named as ”Great Space of Land Unknown.” Texas is identified as Nieuw Koningryk van Leon. Inset of Mexico City on the large Lake of
Mexico. Finely engraved with a decorative title cartouche and compass rose. Issued folding. Printer’s crease with minor toning confined to right-hand blank margin.
(A)
$250-325
364. Southwestern United States, Texas & Mexico (Geographical, Statistical, and Historical Map of Mexico), Carey & Lea, A Complete Historical, Chronological, and
Geographical American Atlas, Philadelphia, ca. 1822. 14.4 x 15”. (HC) This detailed map of Mexico, Texas and the American Southwest is one of the earliest detailed maps of the region. Based largely on Von Humboldt’s important map (1811), this map was published for an American audience at a time just prior to Austin’s
arrival in Texas. The settled parts of Texas are confined along the Gulf of Mexico and the Rio Grande River with the northern area blank except for a few rivers and
the Spanish Trail from the Red River to Santa Fe. The northern portion of the map covers the little-known parts of present-day Utah, Arizona and New Mexico. It
shows several fictitious geographic features in the Great Basin and notations that were compiled by the Escalante expedition of 1776-77. The Santa Cruz River of
southern Arizona is still not shown and Tucson is misspelled Tubson. The map identifies topographic features, mines, presidios, military posts, and Native American
inhabitation. The title within the map is Mexico and Internal Provinces. It is flanked by text containing economic, political, social and historical data. Size with text
is 20.4 x 16.5”. The map was drawn by J. Finlayson and engraved by Young and Delleker. Ref: Day #360, p. 13. Original color with the centerfold split repaired on
verso with paper, without the centerfold toning that is often associated with maps from this atlas. There are some minor tears along bottom repaired on verso with
archival tape. (B+)
$450-550
365. Southwest United States & Mexico (Carte Geographique, Statistique et Historique du Mexique), Buchon, Atlas Geographique, Statistique, Historique et Chronologique…,
Paris, [1825]. 15.5 x 12.3”. (HC) This is the French edition of Carey & Lea’s map of Mexico, the Southwest, and Texas. The map extends north to above C. Mendocino on the coast of California. Mexico is divided into its states. There is good detail of the watershed in the Southwest and Texas. In the Provincia de Texas, Loredo,
Presido Nacogdoch, and Presido de Bejer are among the more important settlements shown. This map was issued less than two years after Stephen F. Austin received
a grant from the Mexican government to begin colonization in the region of the Brazos River. In the Southwest, Santa Fe and several pueblos including Acoma and
Laguna are identified as are the lands of the Apache, Hopi (Moqui). An unnamed river, originating in L. Timpanagos, crosses the Great Basin on its way to the Pacific
at Monterrey (Monte Rey). Engraved by B. de Beaupre. The map is on a full sheet measuring 27.3 x 21” with panels of French text, including population figures, at
the sides and bottom. Near fine with original hand coloring, sharp impression and full margins. Slight offsetting on the upper left-hand side of map. (A)$250-350
366. Southwest United States & Mexico (Carte des Etats Unis du Mexique), Thierry, Paris, 1835. 12 x 8.8”. (HC) An attractive map that shows the Southwest to Mexico,
the Yucatan and Guatemala. This map was made just before Texas declared its independence in 1836, and shows Texas as a province within Mexico. Topography
is denoted by hachure, and many native tribes are noted. The title is embellished with flourishes and four distance scales. There are binding holes in the top margin,
$120-150
367. United States, Texas & Mexico ([Lot of 2] Etats-Unis [and] Mexique), Duvotenay, Paris, ca. 1844-46. 12 x 8.8”. (HC) A matched pair of maps that share the same
decorative borders with graphic elements in each corner and four distance scales. The first map shows Mexico encompassing the majority of the Southwest and
California. Texas is shown as an independent Republic. Most of the states east of the Mississippi River are named and outlined, except for Wisconsin, which is called
District Huron. Besides Missouri, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas, land west of the Mississippi River is separated into regions, including District of the Mandanes,
District of the Osages, District of the Ozark, District of the Sioux, and District of the Oregon. Canada is called Nouvelle Bretagne. Very nice example. The lower
margin is close, apparently as issued. (A)
The second map is centered on Mexico and the Southwest showing the Republic of Texas. It contains pre-Mexican/American War geography apart from the addition
of a dashed line denoting the new territorial limits of the United States. The inset “Guatemala” shows most of Central America through Costa Rica, all labeled Guatemala. The region along the California coast is called Nouvelle Californie and the Baja is Ancienne Californie. This map is dated 1846, but the geography shown is
a few years earlier. Short printer’s crease across Gulf of Mexico, marginal tear at left, expertly closed and a small brown stain in lower margin just into border. (B+)
Together they are a nice set of matched maps, both showing the Republic of Texas. See individual descriptions.
$250-325
368. United States & Mexico ([Lot of 5 - maps with report] Report of Secretary of the Interior…on the subject of the boundary line between the United States and Mexico),
U.S. Department of Interior, Sen. Doc. No. 41, 32nd Cong., 2nd Sess., Washington D.C., 1853. (BW) This important report, complete with its five maps, discusses
the grave errors in Disturnal’s Treaty Map of 1847, the incorrect position of El Paso and an error in the course of the Rio Grande River. As the U.S. Commissioner to
the boundary survey, John R. Bartlett was authorized to mark the line of the boundary between the U.S. and Mexico. In the execution of his task, these errors were
discovered. The report documents the correspondence between Bartlett, A.B. Gray, the Secretary of the Interior, clerk to the County Court in El Paso, Mexican officials
including Ramon Ortiz, the U.S. Consul, and Lieut. Whipple. The letters provide detailed background regarding the resolution of these errors. The maps are:
1. No 1. Disturnel’s map exhibiting the error in the Rio Grande’s position (10.8 x 7.8”)
2. No 2. Map Exhibiting the Southern Boundary of New Mexico as respectively claimed by the United States & the Mexican Commissioner (11 x 7.4”)
3. No 3. Accompanying Commissioner Bartlett’s letter to the Secretary…[four proposed boundaries] (11.8 x 7.2”)
4. No 4. Carta Geographica del Estado de Chihuahua / Map of the Northern portion of Chihuahua… (11 x 7.5”)
5. No 5. That part of Disturnel’s Treaty Map in the Vicinity of the Rio Grande and Southern Boundary of New Mexico… (11 x 8.6”)
An exceptional example of this important document related to the finalization of the border dispute with Mexico that led to the Gadsden Purchase. 8vo, 32pp, five
maps. Ref: Wheat [TMW] #771-774, Koep #665, maps 1-5 The map are clean and bright (A+). The disbound report has occasional foxing (B).
$300-400
Latin America, Caribbean
369. Mexico ([Lot of 2] Hispaniae Novae sivae Magnae, Recens et Vera Descriptio [and] Hispaniae Novae Nova Descriptio), Antwerp, 1579.
1. Hispaniae Novae sivae Magnae, Recens et Vera Descriptio, Abraham Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1579, 20” x 13.6” This is the first state of this
important map, depicting the central and western coastal regions of Mexico. This is a cornerstone map of New Spain and the prototype for most maps of the early
17th century. It covers the Pacific coast from present-day Acapulco to about Mazatlan and inland to Mexico City, which is situated on a large lake. Several gold and
silver mines are located in the central region. The map is beautifully embellished with three fine strapwork cartouches and two Spanish galleons. Fully engraved
seas in stipple. This example was published in 1579 or 1580, as indicated by the Latin text and page number 5a on the verso. Map is trimmed to neatline and laid
on a full sheet of period paper. Some other repairs to map, expertly accomplished. (B+)
2. Hispaniae Novae Nova Descriptio, Mercator/Hondius, Amsterdam, circa 1618, 19” x 13.8” Splendid, decorative map of Mexico based on Ortelius. Mexico City is
situated on a large lake with several gold and silver mines located in the central region. On the West Coast is a large inland sea filled with islands where the natives
supposedly extracted salt. The map is fully decorated with three elaborate, strapwork cartouches. A Spanish Galleon and a fanciful sea monster adorn the ocean.
French text with page number 369 and “Cccccccc” on verso. Very nice impression and color. On soft paper with good margins. Long printer’s crease, two tears
enter map from bottom, both old repairs on verso. And some extraneous creases along centerfold. (C+) Ref: 1. Wagner #119, Van den Broecke #13. See individual
descriptions.
$400-500
370. Mexico ([Lot of 2] Hispaniae Novae sivae Magnae, Recens et Vera Descriptio. 1579 [and] Carte de l’Empire du Mexique), 1579-1754.
1) Hispaniae Novae sivae Magnae, Recens et Vera Descriptio, by Abraham Ortelius, from Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, hand colored, 19.7 x 13.6”. Important map of
the central and western coastal regions of Mexico. This is a cornerstone map of New Spain and the prototype for most maps of the early 17th century. It covers the
Pacific coast from present-day Acapulco to about Mazatlan and inland to Mexico City, which is situated on a large lake. Several gold and silver mines are located
in the central region. The map is beautifully embellished with three fine strapwork cartouches and two Spanish galleons. Spanish text and page number 6 on verso
indicates it was published in the 1588 edition. Fine original color and strong impression with full margins. Some scattered foxing in margins.
2) Carte de l’Empire du Mexique by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, from Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, 1754, black & white, 11.5 x 8.3”. This is a finely engraved
map of central Mexico that reaches from Durango and Tamaclipa in the north to Mexaltepec and the Isthmus of Tehuantepec in the south. Mexico City is located
on the shores of a large lake. Decorative rococo-style title cartouche with a distance scale below the title. Longitude is from Paris on the lower scale and the Isle
de Fer on the upper. Fine impression on a full sheet with wide margins and watermark. Some light scattered foxing or toning more in margins. Ref: 1) Wagner
#119, Van den Broecke #13. See individual descriptions. (B+)
$550-700
371. Mexico (Hispaniae Novae Sive Magnae, Recens et Vera Descriptio), Bry, Grands Voyages Part V, Frankfurt, 1595. 17.3 x 13”. (HC) This is a particularly interesting version of Ortelius’ map of Mexico that was the prototype map of the region. It covers the Pacific coast from present-day Acapulco to about Mazatlan and inland
to Mexico City, which is situated on a large lake. It is densely engraved with place names and shows the mining districts northwest of Mexico City. The map is
elaborately decorated with engravings of Native Americans, bison, canoes, ships and two fabulous cartouches. Ref: Garratt [TMC-9] pp. 2-11, #G5. Remargined at
bottom with the bottom border in neat facsimile. There is some cockling of the paper. (B+)
$600-750
372. Mexico (Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1638. 19.7 x 15”. (HC) This is a fabulous, decorative map of the western coastal regions of Mexico.
It is based on Hondius’ map of 1606, which itself derives from Ortelius’ 1579 map. Mexico City is situated on a large lake below the elaborate title cartouche with
the Royal Spanish arms, figureheads, parrots and other adornments. Several gold and silver mines are located in the central region with a diamond shaped icon, and
a central mountain range has a Latin note that there are large amounts of silver to be found there. Two sailing ships and a compass rose adorn the Pacific, and putti
and armadillos frolic on the scale of miles cartouche. The map bears Willem Blaeu’s signature. French text on verso. Fine impression and lovely overall condition
with a small hole (paper flaw) in the blank margin, not affecting the map. (A)
$425-500
373. Acapulco, Mexico (Portus Acapulco), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 14 x 11.4”. (BW) This attractive copper engraved
view of Acapulco and its bay is a nice rendering of the town, with fortifications, outlying buildings, ships in the harbor plus others at sea as far out as the horizon.
Numerous locals and Europeans are in the shadowy foreground. There are some faint stains and a minor tear along the centerfold at bottom. (B)
$140-170
374. Mexico (Parte della Nuova Spagna, o’ del Mexico doue sono le Provincie di Guadalaira Xalisco Mecoacan e Mexico…), Coronelli, Atlante Veneto, Venice, ca. 1690.
23.8 x 17.8”. (BW) This scarce and superbly decorative map of western and central Mexico covers from Xiamora to Acapulco and includes Mexico City and Guadalajara along with cities, towns, mines, missions and Indian villages. Notations in the mountains north of Mexico City describe the rich deposits of silver and other
annotations describe the manners and customs of the Indians. The active volcano at Popocatepec (Popocatzin) is vividly erupting in the lower right corner. Coronelli,
a Franciscan priest, was a highly respected cartographer & globe maker. Largely through his religious connections, Coronelli had access to geographical information
from the expeditions exploring the southwestern regions of North America. This map is decorated with an elaborate title cartouche with mythological figures and an
equally attractive cartouche for the scale of miles. Nice example with a few tiny stains in the image. Slight crease in lower portion of image near centerfold. (A)
$550-700
375. Mexico City, Mexico (Carte du Lac de Mexico, et de ses Environs Lors de la Conqueste des Espagnols), Bellin/Van Schley, Paris, ca. 1754. 6 x 8.2”. (HC) Map
showing Mexico City as it was when discovered by the Spaniards. The city is located in a large lake with a series of causeways linking the main city and other islands
in the Lac d’Eau Salee with the mainland. Tacuba, Capistlan, Xicolopa, and Curtaleco are located in the surrounding countryside. Dutch edition.. (A+)$100-150
376. Mexico (Prision de Guatimozin Emperador de Mejico), Historia de la Marina Real Espanola, [1854]. 17.2 x 11.8”. (BW) This tinted lithograph illustrates the
defeat of Cuauhtemoc (aka Guatimozin), the last Aztec emperor of Mexico. He defended Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital, in a four-month siege that left most of the
city destroyed. He was captured by Captain Sandoval while retreating across Lake Texcoco with his family and a few survivors, and was later executed by Hernan
Cortes. Drawn by Vicente Urrabieta Ortiz and printed by Juan Jose Martinez in Madrid. There is some foxing in the margins and title, with a few light spots within
the image. (B+)
$275-375
377. Mexico and Central America (Iucatana Regio et Fondura), Wytfliet, Descriptionis Ptolemaicae Augmentum, ca. 1597. 11 x 9”. (BW) This fascinating map is from
the first printed atlas relating exclusively to America. The map covers the Yucatan peninsula and Central America. Several over-sized rivers and lakes are prominently
shown. A spurious R. Grande flows from a large lake in present-day Guatemala. Lake Nicaragua and the San Juan River are the dominant features in Central America.
Another wide river nearly bisects the isthmus near Panama City. Minor toning along fold and some damp stains in blank margins. (B+)
$700-800
378. Mexico and Central America (Mexicque, ou Nouvelle Espagne, Nouvlle. Gallice, Iucatan &c. et autres Provinces jusques a l’Isthme de Panama; ou sont les Audiences
de Mexico, de Guadalaiara, et de Guatimala), Sanson/Mariette, Cartes Generales de Toutes les Parties du Monde, Paris, 1656. 21.7 x 14.5”. (HC) This important map
covers most of Mexico through the Gulf of Panama and includes parts of Cuba and Florida. It is finely engraved to show major cities, rivers and lakes. The Spanish
colonial audiencias are delineated with dotted lines. Engraved by Somer and embellished with a bold title cartouche. Ref: Kapp (CA) #10. There are a few minor
spots, else very good. (B+)
$900-1100
379. Central America (Audience de Guatimala…), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…, Paris, [1683]. 11 x 7.3”. (HC)
Lovely small map that illustrates the region from the Yucatan to the Gulf of Panama. It is nicely detailed, although much of the topography is still incorrect. Lago
de Nicaragua has an east-west orientation. It was reduced from Sanson’s folio map of 1662 and retains the same level of detail. (A)
$150-200
380. Panama, Central America (Carte de l’Isthmede Darien et du Golfe de Panama), Dampier, London, ca. 1705. 6.2 x 6.2”. (BW) This uncommon chart shows the
activities of William Dampier and his fellow buccaneers in Central America. It depicts the route of their raid across the inhospitable Isthmus of Darien to the Gulf of
Panama where they captured Spanish ships and raided Spanish settlements. Locates Panama [City], Portobello, and several villages. At the top of the chart are two
insets: Cote Septentr. De l’Isthme de l’Amerique a l’Ouest de Panama; and Cote Merid de l’Isthme de l’Amerique a l’Ouest de Panama. Ref: Kapp (Panama) #39.
Very dark, early impression. Folded as issued. (A+)
$275-350
381. Caribbean and Mexico (Culiacanae, Americae Regionis Descriptio / Hispaniolae, Cubae, Aliarumque Insularum Circumiacientium, Delineatio), Ortelius, Theatrum
Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, ca. 1603. 19.5 x 14”. (BW) Two great early maps of important regions in the New World. The first covers the region of western Mexico
around Culiacan and the Spanish settlement of Villa S. Michael’s, the region noted for its silver mines. The second is the first detailed map of the Greater Antilles
with detail in southern Florida and the Caribbean that is quite remarkable for the period. Ortelius based the maps on a variety of sources including Mercator’s world
map (1569) and other maps by Gutters and Alone De Santa Cruz. Three strapwork cartouches and sailing ships decorate the map. Latin text on verso. Ref: Van den
Broecke #14. Light uneven toning and one tiny hole in the upper-left margin. (B+)
$1000-1200
382. Gulf of Mexico, Florida and Peru (Peruviae Auriferae Regionis Typus. Didaco Mendezio Auctore [on sheet with] La Florida. Auctore Hieron. Chiaves [and] Guastecan
Reg.), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 18.2 x 13”. (HC) This was one of the few sixteenth century maps based on Spanish sources; in this
case drawing from reports of Hernando de Soto’s expedition through the region. There are three maps on this sheet. The most important map (La Florida) is the first
printed map of the southeastern portion of the United States. This influential map provided the foundation cartography for the region, particularly in the depiction of
the river system. The map below (Guastecan Reg) combines with La Florida to extend the coastline of the Gulf of Mexico further south. The third is a map of Peru,
where De Soto was the first Spaniard to meet Inca Emperor Atahuallpa. In the north of the map of Peru is Aurea Regio, or Kingdom of Gold, a reference to the fabled
El Dorado. All maps contain decorative cartouches, and the map of Peru is embellished with two ships. French text on verso. Ref: Burden #57; Cumming (SE) #5;
Van den Broecke #15. Very nice map with wide margins. Some light toning in the centerfold and two pinholes in the top margin, else fine. (A)
$1500-2000
383. Gulf of Mexico (Pas Kaart van de Golff van Mexico), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1724. 22.8 x 20.3”. (HC) Two compass roses orient this stunning chart with north
to the right. It covers the western portion of the Gulf of Mexico, stretching from the panhandle of Florida around to the Yucatan peninsula. Van Keulen’s chart was
mostly derived from an exceedingly rare chart by Hessel Gerritsz, c. 1631. Of note, the panhandle of Florida lacks any familiar form and the Baja de Spirito Sancto
represents the mouth of the Mississippi River. An inset at lower left shows the seaport of Vera Cruz and the island Fort of San Juan d’Ulloa. The chart was engraved
by the eminent geographer and mathematician Claes Janszon Vooght. It originally appeared Johannes van Keulen’s fourth volume of the Zee-Fakkel in 1684. This
is the fourth and final state with the imprint changed to Gerard van Keulen and the engraver’s imprint removed. The plate was reworked with numerous additional
toponyms, the entire Mississippi delta re-engraved, and extensive soundings added in the waters off the coast between Florida and Texas
Gerard Van Keulen was the son of Johannes van Keulen, patriarch of perhaps the most prolific of all Dutch map making families. The family firm commenced in
1680, but it was Gerard who brought it to its full glory in the 18th century. A talented engraver and mathematician, and later Hydrographer to the East India Company,
Gerard became the mainspring of the business, issuing many important charts and books on all aspects of geography, navigation, etc. Until the opening of the Dutch
Hydrographic Office in the 19th century, the Van Keulen firm issued what were regarded as the official Dutch sea charts. Ref: Burden #592; Martin & Martin #11.
(A)
$3500-4000
384. Gulf of Mexico (Carte du Mexique, et de la Nouvelle Espagne, Contenant la Partie Australe de l’Amerique Septentle. par Mr. D’Anville), Santini, Paris, 1779. 22.5 x
17.5”. (HC) A lovely map of Central America, Mexico, the Gulf Coast, Florida, and a portion of Cuba from the cartography of D’Anville. The southern tip of Florida
is shown as an archipelago of large islands. Tecas is named on the coast of present-day Texas, and sailing routes are shown along the coasts. The verdant cartouche
shows a waterfall and a crocodile, natives, trees and exotic birds. Excellent image. Some minor foxing and an old repaired tear in the blank margins. (A)$350-450
385. Gulf of Mexico, Mexico and Central America (Le Vieux Mexique ou Nouvelle Espagne avec les Costes de la Floride), Fer, Atlas Curieux, Paris, 1702. 12.8 x 8.8”.
(HC) This attractive small map covers the Gulf of Mexico through Central America and includes parts of Cuba and Jamaica. It extends through Mexico to show the
southern tip of Baja California. This is an early map to shown the correct location of the Mississippi River delta gleaned from the expeditions of La Salle and Iberville. Two French forts are located: LaSalle’s Fort St. Louis in Texas (Fortbati en 1685) and another near present-day New Orleans. One of the prominent features
in northern Mexico is Les Fameuses Mines de Ste. Barbe, the legendary Santa Barbara mines of the Chihuahua-Durango region. The large cartouche features two
native figures. Ref: Lowery #254. Original outline color with some damp stains in the blank margins. (A)
$450-550
386. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Insulae Americanae in Oceano Septentrionali cum Terris adiacentibus), Blaeu, Novus Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1642. 20.7 x 14.8”. (HC)
This fine map centered on the West Indies reflects the firsthand knowledge of Hessel Gerritsz during his voyage to South America and the West Indies undertaken in
1628. It covers the same region as the Gerritsz map of 1631; from Chesapeake Bay to the northern coastline of South America, with the addition of the west coast of
Central America. The nomenclature in North America is virtually identical with the notable addition of the name Virginia. The nomenclature was probably derived
from a Spanish chart as it lacks any French influence. The map is richly adorned with three lovely cartouches, sailing ships, rhumb lines and compass roses. German
text on verso. Ref: Burden #242. Original color and nice dark impression. Some light toning and a few spots of foxing, still overall very good. (A) $1900-2300
387. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Le Golfe de Mexique, et les Isles Voisine. Dresse sur les Relations les Plus Nouvelles. Archipelague du Mexique ou sont les Isles
de Cuba, Espagnola, Jamaica, &c. Dresse sur les Relations les Plus Nouvelles), Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 33.4 x 23.4”. (HC) This stunning, large-scale chart
is printed on two sheets with detail confined to the coastlines. It covers the U.S. coastline from just above Cape Fear (C. Faire) through the Gulf of Mexico, Central
America, the northern coastline of South America and all of the West Indies. In 1700 Pierre Mortier published the Suite du Neptune Francois as the second volume of
his Neptune Francois of 1693. It covered regions outside of Europe with many drawn from the manuscripts of N.P. d’Ablancourt that were derived from Portuguese
archives. There was only one edition of the Suite de Neptune Francois. However, some of the charts were issued in two separate sheets in Mortier’s smaller format
Atlas Nouveau. Unlike many of the other maps from the Suite, this map is rarer because it was replaced in 1703 by the Teatre de la Guerre en Amerique, a similar
two-sheet map that illustrated the West Indian theater of the War of the Spanish Succession. Ref: Burden #769. There is a minor tear in the bottom margin closed
with archival tape, else fine. (A)
$1800-2200
388. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Carte de la Partie du Mileu de l’Amerique), Dampier, Nouveau Voyage autour du Monde, London, ca. 1705. 11.3 x 6”. (BW) This
chart shows part of the route of William Dampier’s first circumnavigation voyage in the 1680s with his passage across the isthmus of Panama. The map covers the
area of northern South America through Central America into what is now the southern United States with Mary-Land, Virginie, Caroline, Floride, and N. Mexique
named. There is an inset map detailing the Cape Verde Islands with the route of exploration delineated. On the map California is named as an island although only
the southern portion is shown. Not noted in McLaughlin. From the French edition of Dampier’s New Voyage Round the World. Dark, strong impression. Creases
at one fold with some light toning. Close margins on three sides, as issued. (B+)
$275-350
389. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (A Chart of ye West-Indies or the Islands of America in the North Sea &c), Moll, London, ca. 1720. 13.8 x 11”. (BW) This uncommon
map covers the present-day southern United States, Central America, the Caribbean and northern South America. This early edition does not contain the notations
and inset of Vera Cruz, which was added later to provide information on the War of Jenkin’s Ear. With two compass roses and rhumb lines, this map is also without
the trade wind icons or references to Spanish Galleons as seen in later editions. Printed on hand-laid paper with a small ring-shaped watermark. Apparent centerfold
toning is only show-through from binding strip. (A)
$250-350
390. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Insulae Americanae Nempe: Cuba, Hispaniola, Iamaica, Pto. Rico, Lucania, Antillae vulgo Caribae, Barlo-Et Sotto-Vento, etc.…),
Ottens, Amsterdam, ca. 1740. 23 x 19”. (HC) The Ottens brothers based this map of the West Indies on Danckerts’ map of the same title. He updated the Gulf coast
and Mississippi River delta based on the important map of Delisle, but the Florida peninsula is filled with spurious mountains. The routes of the Spanish treasure
galleons are carefully plotted and there is excellent coastal detail. Two putti support the cartouche in the upper right corner. The Dutch title, “Stoel des Oorlogs in
America waar in vertoont werden alle desself voornaamste Eylande nieuwelycks uytgegeven,” with a mileage scale and key appear in the top margin. Ref: cf Manasek
#64. Original color. There are two small worm tracks near the top neatline and a few short tears in the blank margin. (B+)
$1500-2000
391. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (A Map of the West Indies and Middle Continent of America from the latest Observations), Blair, The Chronology and History of the
World, London, ca. 1768. 22.6 x 16.3”. (HC) This boldly engraved chart of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean is filled with interesting information, with many
forts and towns named. The British colony of Georgia extends to Mobile Bay and its boundary with Florida is noted as Limits Stipulated 1738, leaving the Spanish
colony of Florida occupying only the peninsula. A line further south is noted as the Southern Bounds [Georgia] by Charter 1665. The southern portion of Florida is
shown as a jumble of large islands, named Bay del Spiritu Santo. Texas is named as the New Kingdom of Leon. The map was engraved by Thomas Kitchin. Sharp
impression on watermarked paper. Faint toning along the centerfold. Clean tear barely entering the map in the lower-left hand side repaired on verso with archival
tape. Narrow side margins as issued. (B+)
$350-425
392. Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Carte du Golfe du Mexique et des Isles Antilles), Tardieu, Atlas Universel de Geographie Physique et Politique, Paris, ca. 1797. 17
x 12.8”. (HC) Detailed map of the Gulf of Mexico and all the islands of the West Indies. There is nice detail on coastlines, watershed and mountains. The Bahamas
are particularly well rendered. North and South America show very little inland detail. Block style title. Crisp early impression on a full sheet with wide margins
and deckle edged. There are binding holes in the left margin, well away from the image. (A+)
$300-375
393. Caribbean (Isole Antili, la Cuba, la Spagnuola…), Coronelli, Atlante Veneto, Venice, ca. 1690. 17 x 10.5”. (HC) Coronelli’s scarce map of the Caribbean extends
from the southern tip of Florida and the Canale di Bahama to the easternmost Antilles and Trinidad. The detailed map is centered on Hispaniola and includes several
smaller islands such as the Caymans, Virgin Islands and several islands off the Yucatan Peninsula. A note in the Lucayan archipelago of the Bahamas, identifies
Guanahani, the native name for the island where Columbus supposedly landed in 1492 and subsequently called San Salvador. An early impression with minor stains
in bottom margin. (A)
$1100-1400
394. Caribbean - Jamaica and Barbados (A Map of Jamaica [on sheet with] Barbados), Speed/Lamb, A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World…, London, [1676].
19.7 x 15”. (HC) This is one of the new maps that Francis Lamb engraved for the final edition of John Speed’s great world atlas. At top is a fine map showing the
precincts (parishes) in Jamaica, and at bottom is a detailed map of Barbados. Both islands were important British colonies in the West Indies. Each map is beautifully
engraved to illustrated topography and richly adorned with cartouches, sailing ships, sea monsters, the royal arms and compass roses. Basset and Chiswell’s imprint
is in the Jamaica cartouche. English text on verso contains fascinating descriptions of the islands. There is some toning and tape repairs in the blank margins and
faint toning along the centerfold. (B+)
$1000-1300
395. Caribbean and Bermuda (Dominia Anglorum in Praecipuis Insulis Americae ut sunt Insula S. Christophori Antegoa Iamaica Barbados nec non Insulae Bermudes vel
Sommers…), Homann Heirs, Atlas Geographicus Maior, Nuremberg, ca. 1753-1759. 21.8 x 19.3”. (HC) A large and striking sheet that contains five charts describing the islands of St. Kitts, Antigua, Bermuda, Barbados and Jamaica. All of these maps were copied from separate maps made by Herman Moll in 1729. Each is
finely engraved and meticulously detailed with its own compass rose, soundings, roads, forts, churches, topography and political divisions, as well as descriptive text
and place name keys. The map has a second title in German: Die Englische Colonie-Laender auf den Insuln von America. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1723. Strong
impression and original color with small hole in upper left corner of St. Kitts map repaired with paper on verso. Minor foxing and toning in blank margins. (B+)
$450-550
396. Bahamas and Greater Antilles (Insularum Hispaniolae et Cubae cum Insulis Circumjacentibus Accurata Delineatio), Jansson, Novus sive Theatrum…, Amsterdam,
[1657]. 20.8 x 16.2”. (HC) The first state of this striking sea chart that includes the southern tip of Florida, the Bahamas, Cuba, Jamaica and Hispaniola. It is one
of the first Dutch maps to feature the region on a large scale, due to the importance of the Canaal van Bahama, which was used to transport Spanish gold and silver
from the New World. The cartography is based on the extremely rare Hessel Gerritsz chart of 1631, with the addition of five place names in Florida. Jansson also
depicts a spurious mountain range in Florida, taken from the much earlier De Bry map. The map is embellished with a pictorial title cartouche and scale of miles,
rhumb lines, galleons and two compass roses. Ref: Burden #291. Overall very good with just a hint of toning. (A)
$1400-1800
397. Greater Antilles (Cuba Insula [on a sheet with] Hispaniola Insula [and] Insula Iamaica [and] Ins. S. Ioannis [and] Is. Margareta cum Confiniis), Mercator/Hondius,
Amsterdam, ca. 1613. 19.5 x 13.8”. (HC) This great, composite map of important islands in the West Indies is presented with two large maps of Cuba and Hispaniola,
and smaller maps of Jamaica, Puerto Rico and Ilsa Margarita along the left side. The map of Cuba includes an inset plan of Havana. The map is richly embellished
with a variety of sea monsters, a flying fish, sailing ships and strapwork cartouches. French text on verso. Slightly faded original color and wide margins with toning
and light stains along centerfold. (B)
$1000-1300
398. Greater Antilles (Pas Kaart Vande Zuyd kust van Cuba en Van Geheel Yamaica), Keulen, Zee-Fakkel, Amsterdam, ca. 1695. 23 x 20.3”. (HC) Fine sea chart covering the southern part of Cuba, all of Jamaica, the western tip of Hispaniola and a bit of the Honduras coastline. Insets of Oristan Bay and Yamaica Bay fill the upper
right corner. The chart is finely engraved with rhumb lines, two compass roses, a sailing ship and a great title cartouche featuring a Native American, panthers and a
large snake. Ref: Cueto #33. Tight upper margin with two tiny tears that have been repaired on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$1100-1400
399. Havana, Cuba (Havana), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.7 x 11.3”. (BW) A splendid engraving of the bustling Cuban
capital and the famous El Morro fortress. Although a somewhat imaginary and exotic concept of the city with grand churches, the lively composition depicts the
importance of this well-fortified town and thriving port on the Spanish trade route. The foreground is filled with naval activity including a richly decorated galleon
firing a salute. A fine impression with a couple of faint stains. (B+)
$350-425
400. Cuba (Carte Reduite d’Une Partie du Vieux Canal de Bahama et des Bancs Adjacents…), Depot de la Marine, Paris, 1801. 35 x 22.4”. (HC) Nice chart of the
northern coast of Cuba and the Old Bahama Channel, which divides the northernmost bank of the West Indies into two parts. To the north is the Great Bahama Bank
and the Bahama Islands (not in the image); to the south is the island of Cuba. This is a French edition of a Spanish chart which shows lots of detail including soundings, anchorages and hazards. There are two insets showing additional detail of specific islands. Depot de la Marine is in the lower right side with Prix. Deux Francs.
Minor damp staining in the image and margins. (B+)
$550-700
401. Cuba and Jamaica (Cuba Insula et Iamaica), Wytfliet, Histoire Universelle des Indes Occidentales et Orientales, Louvain, ca. 1607. 11.3 x 9”. (HC) This is one of
only two Caribbean maps in this important work, which was the first atlas dedicated to the New World. It provides an important, early view of Cuba and Jamaica with
the Cayman Islands located between them. A bit of Hispaniola is also included. Even though Cuba was among the earliest European discoveries in the region, the
cartographic information disseminated was often incorrect and confusing. It was not until Ortelius’ map of 1579 that Havana was correctly shown on the north coast,
even though it had been founded in 1514 by Spanish conquistadors and named after a local Indian chief, San Cristóbal de Habana. This map shows Havana in the
correct location but also includes St. Christophori in its primitive location on Cuba’s southwestern coast. The handsome map is embellished with a large strapwork
title cartouche and a fully engraved moiré-patterned sea. Ref: Cueto #16. Old brown ink notations in blank margins and a couple minor soft creases. (A)
$950-1200
402. Jamaica (Isle de la Iamaique Divisee Par Paroisses Ou Sont Exactement Remarques les Ports et les Bayes), Michault, Henri Justel’s Recueil de divers voyages faits en
Afrique et en l’Amerique, Paris, [1674]. 12.5 x 10.8”. (BW) A French version of Richard Blome’s map of Jamaica, drawn from the surveys ordered by Sir Thomas
Modyford, governor of Jamaica in 1664-70. The map is based on John Ogilby’s prototype with the island divided into its parishes. Ports and bays are identified and
the mountainous terrain is shown by shading. Of particular interest is the large inset map of the entire Caribbean and southern portion of North America. It presents
the standard cartographic information of the period with the Mississippi River placed too far to the west and a large spurious lake in present-day Georgia. It does not
reflect the English presence in Carolina - the Caroline place name is that of the old French fort. Ref: Burden #440; Kapp #18. Issued folded, now flattened. The right
margin is trimmed for binding with a 2” binding tear repaired with light tissue on verso. (B+)
$1000-1200
403. Jamaica (Nova Designatio Insulae Jamaicae ex Antillanis Americae Septentrion…), Seutter, ca. 1730. 21.8 x 19.3”. (HC) This large, colorful and beautifully
engraved map shows the island divided into thirteen precincts, and is filled with numerous place names, forts, churches, rivers, plantations, and pastures. Certainly
the most graphic feature is the highly decorative title cartouche that depicts native inhabitants gathering and processing sugar cane, while a mermaid and several sea
turtles look on. A lovely compass rose and Latin text further embellish this terrific example. Ref: Kapp (Jamaica) 56, pl. XXI. A sharp impression with toning on
the centerfold. (B+)
$750-900
404. Hispaniola (L’Isle St. Domingue ou Espagnole Decouverte l’An 1492. Par les Espagnols …), Fer, Paris, 1723. 23.2 x 17.2”. (HC) Map of Hispaniola and the Turks
& Caicos Islands. Hispaniola is shown divided into two parts with the French owning the western third of the Island and Spain controlling the rest. These boundaries
were based upon the 1697 Treaty of Ryswick. There is interesting detail of mountains, rivers, towns and wildlife. The beautiful title cartouche depicts Columbus’
discovery of the island in 1492 and a distance scale cartouche displays native scenes. Minor toning along the centerfold, which has been repaired with tissue on verso.
Slight crease to the right of the centerfold. (B+)
$850-1000
405. Hispaniola (Carte Reduite de l’Isle de Saint Domingue et de ses Debouquements pour servir aux Vaisseaux du Roy…), Bellin, L’Hydrographie Francoise, Paris,
1750. 34.8 x 21.8”. (BW) This gorgeous, large-scale chart covers Hispaniola, Turks & Caicos Islands, Lower Bahamas, the eastern ends of Cuba and Jamaica, and
the western end of Puerto Rico. The mountainous terrain of the islands is vividly shown and the information includes the locations of settlements, roads, forts, reefs
and harbors. The sheet features loxodromic lines and the Depot de la Marine seal with Prix, trente Sols noted at the bottom. This is the 1754 corrected edition. Minor
creasing near centerfold and some faint damp stains on verso. (A+)
$700-900
406. Hispaniola (South Part of St. Domingo, or Hispaniola), Jefferys, The West-India Atlas or, A Compendious Description of the West-Indies, London, 1775. 24.3 x
18.3”. (HC) This superb nautical chart displays the southern portion of the island of Hispaniola from Cap Dame Marie eastward to Cabo del Engano. Much of the
attention of this chart, however, is drawn to the large compass rose in the center of the image and loxodromic lines drawn in the Caribbean Sea. The chart shows
detailed anchorages, hazards and a partial compass rose in the upper left-hand side of the image. This is sheet 12 of Jeffery’s 16-sheet chart of the West Indies that
formed the heart of this important Revolutionary War period atlas. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1858. Very slight offsetting in image. Repair in bottom centerfold with
archival material on verso. (B+)
$350-425
407. Hispaniola & Porto Rico (Nieuwe en Naaukeurige Paskaart van het Eyland Hispaniola of St. Domingo, met Alle desselfs Havanen, Dieptens en Ankergronden, als
Meede de door Passeeringe tusschen de Caiques, en andere Eylanden, naer de Opservatien van Monsr. Frezier), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1724. 40 x 23.4”. (HC)
This magnificent large chart of Hispaniola and Puerto Rico was published by Johannes van Keulen II, who led the Van Keulen firm from 1726 until his death in 1755.
The chart was compiled from the chart made by Amedee Francois Frezier, Ingenieur ordinaire du Roy on Hispaniola, published by Guilaume Delisle in Paris (1725).
Van Keulen translated it for navigation and added new hydrographical information provided by Captain Hendrik Lijnslager, a Dutch naval officer, to whom the chart
is dedicated. Five inset coastal charts, an inset plan of Santo Domingo City with a numbered key to major sites and monuments, and a superbly decorative dedication
cartouche make this a very handsome map. Printed on two sheets, joined, as issued.
Dutch naval activity in the Caribbean increased in the early part of the 18th century, due to a dispute with Spain over trade routes and from Spanish-American pirates.
Captain Hendrik Lijnslager, of the Amsterdam Admiralty, explored several Caribbean-Atlantic sailing routes, eventually recommending a westerly route that was
popular with English seaman. During his expedition, Lijnslager used a prototype of the Frezier-Van Keulen chart and had high praise for its accuracy. The chart was
published between 1741, after Lijnslager’s return to Amsterdam, and 1748 when he was promoted to Rear Admiral. Nice example with narrow margins, as is usual
with large sea charts. Some separation at joint and fold. A few small stains in image. (B+)
$1600-2000
408. Puerto Rico (Carte Topographique de l’Ile de Saint Jean de Puertorico et de l’Ile de Bieque…), Lopez de Vargas Machuca, 1810. 28 x 14”. (HC) This is the French
reissue of Lopez’ 1791 map of Puerto Rico, updated by M. Ledru. The map covers the entire island of Puerto Rico and Vieques Island. There is nice detail of towns,
watershed, anchorages and hazards. The hills and mountains are shown in extensive hachure. Tear in the bottom left corner of image has been professionally repaired.
A few damp stains and minor spotting in the image. Issued folded and now flattened. (B)
$1000-1200
409. San Juan, Puerto Rico (Porto Rico), Montanus, De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld…, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.4 x 11”. (BW) Classic early view of San Juan, the
capital of Puerto Rico. Galleons and other vessels approach the harbor, which is dominated by its fortress. An elegant ribbon-style cartouche fills the sky. Sharp
impression with light stains on right and left-hand sides. (B+)
$400-475
410. Lesser Antilles ([Lesser Antilles]), Bordone, Isolario, Venice, ca. 1534. 5.7 x 3.3”. (BW) Interesting series of three small maps printed on two sides of a full sheet
(8 x 11.8”) of Italian text. On the recto is an untitled map of several West Indian islands including Dominica, Monserrat, Martinique & Antigua. On verso are maps
of Guadalupe and Matinina (Martinique), both with north oriented to the right, and featuring pictorial representations of the mountainous or forested interiors. Bordone’s Isolario was one of the earliest and most important works of its time. It is remarkable for being the first atlas covering the entire world not based on classical
geography, but rather on contemporary information. Bordone was an illuminator and wood-engraver working in Venice, when he was given permission by the Senate
to print maps of Italy and the world. None of those maps have survived and his only remaining works are the maps from the Isolario (Island Book). Size given is for
each individual map. There is some pastel in the images, else very good. (B+)
$300-375
411. Lesser Antilles (Pas Kaart van de Caribes tusschen I. Barbados en I.S. Martin), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1685. 23 x 20.3”. (HC) Two compass roses orient this fine
sea chart with north to the right. It covers the region from Barbados and St. Vincent to the southern part of St. Martin. Three insets provide detail of harbors on the
islands of St. Lucia, Guadeloupe, and the Les Saintes archipelago. The interesting title cartouche shows Mercury offering his caduceus to Cybele. A fine example
with good margins and impression. (A+)
$1200-1600
412. Lesser Antilles (Carte des Antilles Francoises et des Isles Voisines Dressee sur les memoire manuscrits de Mr. Petit Ingenieur du Roy…), Delisle/Covens & Mortier,
Atlas Nouveau…, Amsterdam, ca. 1730. 17.5 x 23.5”. (HC) This is a beautifully engraved map of the Windward Islands that extends from Guadeloupe to Grenade
and includes Barbados. Numerous place names are shown, as are the locations of forts, churches and rivers. Grenada is shown upside-down. This handsome map
includes a simple title cartouche and a pair of very nice compass roses. There are two small holes in blank area of title cartouche and some minor offsetting and light
toning. (B+)
$250-325
413. Lesser Antilles (A Correct Chart of the Caribee Islands), Mount & Page, London, ca. 1760. 20.8 x 17.2”. (HC) Chart of the Lesser Antilles from the Spanish Main
up to Puerto Rico. Nice detail of the Windward Islands including Grenada, Saint Vincent, Martinique and Dominica. North is oriented to the right-side of the image.
This chart appeared in the English Pilot, published by Mount & Page who produced almost all of the eighteenth-century editions. This series started in 1671 by John
Seller, although much of his work was based upon existing Dutch plates. Seller’s desire was to issue four books of charts covering the major navigational routes of
the world, but he overestimated the resources required for such a large undertaking and had to adjust his scope. Ref: Shirley (TMC-73) p. 2-3. Some faint damp
stains and minor separations in the image. The centerfold has been reinforced with archival tissue. (B+)
$700-900
414. Lesser Antilles (Supplement pour les Isles Antilles, Extrait des Cartes Angloises), Bonne, Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre, Paris, ca. 1780.
8.4 x 12.7”. (HC) At the top of this attractive sheet is a map of the Virgin Islands and below that are nine small maps of Barbuda, St. Kitts, Antigua, Dominica, Saint
Lucie, Barbados, St. Vincent, Grenada, and Tobago. All islands are shown with a nice amount of detail despite their small size. Minor stain in lower blank margin,
else fine. (A)
$120-150
415. St. Kitts, Lesser Antilles ([Lot of 3 - St. Kitts]), ca. 1720-1767. Carte de l’Isle de Saint Christophe Situee a 17 Degrez 30 Minutes de Lat. Septentrionale, by J.B.
Labat, from Nouveau Voyage aux Isles de l’Amerique, circa 1722, black & white, (5.2 x 9.6”). Based on Sanson’s map from 1650, this map divides St. Kitts into
three parts, with the center marked as English and the eastern and western parts marked as French. The mountainous topography of St. Kitts is depicted along with
forts, churches, and hidden rocks in the coastal waters. The map also features a compass rose. Ref: Tooley (MCC-81), #16-17. Condition: Some toning and foxing.
Issued folding with minor offsetting. (B)br>
Particularitez Curieuses de l’Ile de St. Christophle et de la Province de Bemarin dans les Antilles, by Chatelain, from Atlas Historique…, circa 1720, black & white,
(18.8 x 14.5”). This sheet presents several views of St. Kitts and the native fauna. The view at upper left shows the Governor-General’s palace - complete with elaborate
formal French gardens. The view at center shows the natives welcoming the French and preparing a feast. The view at right depicts Melilot, the mythical capital of
Apalache. This idealized view was taken from Charles de Rochefort’s view first published in his Histoire naturelle et morale des iles Antilles de l’Amerique [1658].
The Apalache were purported to have a utopian kingdom in Georgia and Florida, and to have been the ancestors of the Carib peoples. As Melilot was not found in
North America, here it has been transferred to St. Kitts. The views at bottom show a variety of native reptiles, fish, birds, and insects. Ref: Tooley (MCC-81), #13.
Condition: Dark impression with overall toning and minor foxing. (B+) br>
Isle St. Christophle und des antilles aux anglois... La Barbade une des antilles aux Anglois divisee par Paroisses, by Crepy, dated 1767, hand color, (8 x 10.8”). This
sheet contains a detailed map of Barbados and a smaller inset of St. Kitts, each drawn on a different scale. A legend in the corner of the map identifies towns, churches,
forts and plantations of various sizes. The map also indicates rocks in the waters around the coastlines. Ref: Tooley (MCC-81), #27. Condition: Stains at top and a
small hole to the southeast of St. Kitts. (B) See description.
$250-350
416. Barbados, Lesser Antilles ([Lot of 3 - Barbados]), ca. 1748-1817.
A. Karte von der Insel Barbade zur Allgemeinen Geschichte der Reisen, by Bellin, circa 1760, hand color, (5.8 x 7.6”). A decorative title cartouche sits above a map
of Barbados divided into provinces. Ref: Campbell (MCC-21), #34. Condition: Tiny hole near St. Joseph. (B+)
B. Isle St. Christophle und des antilles aux anglois… La Barbade une des antilles aux Anglois divisee par Paroisses, by Le Rouge, from Atlas Nouveau Portatif a
l’Usage des Militaires, circa 1748, hand color, (8 x 10.5”). This sheet contains a detailed map of Barbados and a smaller inset of St. Kitts, each drawn on a different
scale. A legend in the corner of the map identifies towns, churches, forts and plantations of various sizes. The map also indicates rocks in the waters around the
coastlines. Ref: Tooley (MCC-21), #30. Condition: Watermarked paper with light toning and foxing. Tape stains in top blank margin. (A)
C. West India Islands. St Vincent. / Barbadoes, by J. Thomson, from A New General Atlas, circa 1817, hand color, (23.4 x 19.7”). Handsome double-page chart
with two large-scale maps. Both show watershed (very limited on Barbados), topography, coastal details and settlements. Parishes are named on both islands.
Barbados is thickly settled with many towns and villages. Engraved by James Kirkwood. Ref: Campbell (MCC-45), #34. Condition: Minor foxing, with a small
stain on right-hand side just within border. Otherwise very good. (A) See description.
$200-300
417. Grenada (Carte de l’Isle de la Grenade Dressee au Depost des Cartes et Plans de la Marine…), Bellin, Paris, 1760. 22.2 x 35”. (BW) Large-scale sea chart of this
mountainous island in the Windward Islands with great detail of the roads, villages, and ports. Above the decorative title cartouche is a profile showing the coastline
from Le Grison to Cap David. Rhumb lines radiate across this handsome chart. Ref: Tooley (MCC-62) #11. Narrow but adequate left margin. (A)
$400-475
418. Tobago (Tobago from Actual Surveys and Observations), Jefferys/Lauri & Whittle, West-India Atlas, London, 1794. 24.6 x 18.8”. (HC) This classic map of Tobago illustrates the rapid development of sugar plantations. Each large division is noted with the number of estates (286) and acreages (52,058). Only a few small,
mountainous portions of the island are Reserved in Wood for Rains. The map depicts the Indian villages, watering places, forts (including a demolished French fort),
rocks, shoals, and anchorages with very specific navigational notations. Two large insets depict Great & Little Courland Bays and Man of War Bay. First issued in
1775, this is the 1794 edition. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #2110. Original color with some oxidation that has not weakened the paper. (B+)
$750-900
419. Antigua (Map of the Island Antigua for the History of the West Indies), Edwards, The History Civil & Commercial of the British Colonies in the West Indies, London, 1794. 9 x 7”. (HC) This little map of Antigua depicts parishes, forts, roads, churches, and harbors. St. John’s in Loblollo Bay on the island’s northwest coast
is prominently shown with forts Hamilton and James guarding the bay. Bryan Edwards (1743-1800), was a prominent merchant who resided in Jamaica & traded in
the West Indies for many years. Published by John Stockdale in London. (A)
$200-275
420. Martinique (Colonies Francaises Martinique. Amerique du Sud.), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, ca. 1843. 16.5 x 11.2”. (HC) Lovely map of the island
of Martinique displayed on a banner scroll, surrounded by steel engraved vignettes featuring the riches of the colony. Empress Josephine, the wife of the Emperor
Napoleon, was born on this island, and is shown in a bust at the right. Some tears in the blank margins, well away from the map, with some minor creasing in map.
(B+)
$100-130
421. Martinique and St. Lucia (A Map of the Islands of St. Lucia and Martinique, with Part of Dominica and St. Vincents…), Lodge, Political Magazine, London, 1781.
10.7 x 14.7”. (HC) An attractive map of Martinique and St. Lucia showing the area of a naval engagement between Sir Samuel Hood and the French Count de Grasse,
one of a number of battles between the forces of England against France and Spain for dominion over the islands in the West Indies. This map is simply engraved,
with detail primarily on the coasts. Ref: Jolly POL-31; Tooley (MCC-81) #33. Issued folded, now flattened with a minor binding tear and trim repaired at left.
(B+)
$220-275
422. South and Central America ([Lot of 2] Pais qui sont aux Environs de la Riviere de la Plata et du Pais de Patagonia [and] Mexique ou Nouvelle Espagne), Mallet,
Description de l’Univers, Tome V, Paris, ca. 1686. 3.8 x 5.8”. (BW) These decorative miniature maps from Mallet’s renowned Description de l’ Univers were published from Paris circa 1686. This lot includes:
The first shows nearly the entire continent but focuses on the region of the River de la Plata. The title cartouche, which obscures the northern part of the continent,
is flanked by two cherubs and is draped with reptiles. Four ships sail in the seas, two engaged in a battle.
The second map is centered on Mexico and covers the southern part of the present United States from the Baja (I. Californie) through Florida and extends south
through Central America to clearly show Costa Rica. Locates Mexico [City], Guadalajara, Durango, and Merida. With a decorative title cartouche, a sea battle in the
Pacific and a group of hostile Indians above the region titled “Louisiane”. The island of California is partially shown. Ref: 2) McLaughlin #83. Both are fine with
full margins and dark, early impression. (A+)
$350-450
423. South America (Americae pars Meridionalis), Hondius/Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 21.5 x 18”. (HC) This is an important, decorative map of the South American
continent. The coastlines are well detailed but the interior is filled with spurious information. Several rivers (including the Amazon and Paraguay) all have their
source in the Lago de los Xarayes. The mythical Parime Lacus dominates the interior of Guyana. The map is richly embellished with ships and sea monsters in the
oceans and vignettes of villages and animals on the continent. The large title cartouche features natives and indigenous animals. Blank on verso. Original color with
a few insignificant spots mostly in the blank margins, overall very good. (A)
$900-1100
424. South America (L’America Meridionale…), Sanson/Rossi, Rome, 1677. 21.5 x 15.5”. (HC) Italian version of Sanson’s great map of the continent. The relatively
unknown Amazon region is left without speculation. However, the mythical Lag. Di Parime, with Manoa Dorado (city of gold) on its western shore, appears in
Guyana. The various captaincy settlements in Brazil are named and there is considerable detail of towns and cities. The decorative title cartouche is engraved on a
blanket held up by two Indians. A few minor stains in the image and margins. (B+)
$550-700
425. South America (America Meridionale), Coronelli, Venice, ca. 1691. 35 x 24”. (HC) Coronelli drew on many sources for his 2-sheet map of South America including
several reports of voyages to which he had access. Therefore the map is considered one of the best depictions of the era. A small version of Lac de Parime is located
on the equator with a notation questioning its existence. The Rio de la Plata emanates from the large Lago de Los Xaraies. The route of Dutchmen, Jacob le Maire
and Willem Cornelisz Schouten, around Cape Horn and through the South Pacific is traced. This important voyage (1615-17) opened a new shipping route from the
Atlantic to the Pacific and proved that Tierra de Fuego was an island and not a part of some massive southern continent. From a purely decorative point of view, the
map is a superb example of the mapmaker’s art. There are two large cartouches and the interior is filled with small depictions of animals and natives, including jaguars,
llamas, hunters, torture scenes, and cannibalism. Pair of sheets (each 17.7 x 24”) making up a superb large map of the continent. Only the decorative features within
the map have been colored. There are a few minor stains, mostly confined to the blank margins. (B+)
$2400-3000
426. South America (America Meridionalis per sua Regna Province: et Ins: juxta observation: et descript recentis divisa et adornata cura et opera), Seutter, Atlas Minor…,
Augsburg, ca. 1744. 10 x 7.6”. (HC) Very interesting small map depicting the breadth of the continent too narrowly and the Salomon Islands too near to South
America. Place names are abundant, particularly along the coastlines. Routes of Pacific explorers are shown. A huge pictorial cartouche takes in nearly a quarter of
the sheet and features a variety of native occupations, a mermaid, sailing ships and wildlife. Engraved by Tobias Lotter. Ref: Phillips (A) #3492. The map image is
near fine with dark impression and fine original color. Narrow original margins that have been extended on top and bottom to better accommodate framing. (A)
$275-350
427. South America (A new map of the whole Continent of America, Divided into North and South and West Indies wherein are exactly deferibed The United States of
North America as well as the Several European Possessions…), Laurie & Whittle, London, 1794. 46.5 x 20.5”. (HC) These are the southern two sheets (joined) of
a four sheet set of the Americas. It was originally drawn by John Gibson in 1763 with a slightly different title. The map went through several revisions; this is the
sixth and final state. The map is filled with incredible detail and is based on D’Anville’s cartography. This section shows the political boundaries, cities, mountains
and watershed of South America. Terra del Fuego is prominently shown at the bottom of the image while the inland area around the Amazon is left largely blank. At
lower left is an inset map of Hudson and Baffin’s Bay in North America. Above the inset is a large text panel with a partial listing of the Articles of the Treaty of Paris
of 1763. The baroque-style title cartouche features a beaver, a crocodile and an Indian headdress amid trees, a waterfall and tropical flora. Ref: Tooley (Amer) p. 51,
#3f; Stevens & Tree #3f. There are some tears along the bottom border entering the image and some chips out of the blank margin. Faint toning. (B) $250-350
428. South America (A General Map of South America from the Best Surveys), Reid, The American Atlas, New York, 1796. 17.5 x 14.2”. (BW) This beautifully engraved
chart was published in John Reid’s rare American Atlas which was the second atlas to be published from America. The map shows the entire continent in very fine
detail to include major cities, coastal regions, interior watershed and topography. Extends to locate Georgia Island and the Sandwich Island group to the east of Terra
del Fuego. Also with good detail of the Galapagos Islands. The Amazon is well mapped. An exceptional example with very dark, early impression and full margins
on thick hand laid paper. (A+)
$180-240
429. Cartagena, Colombia (Cartagena), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.8 x 10.7”. (BW) A striking view of Cartagena showing
a variety of ships coming into the fortified harbor, and an interesting artillery tower to the right. A nice impression with light stains in bottom corners. (B+)
$275-350
430. Venezuela (Venezuela cum Parte Australi Novae Andalusiae), Hondius/Blaeu, Atlas Maior, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19 x 14.7”. (HC) Beautifully engraved map based
on the cartography of Hessel Gerritsz covering the northern coast of South America, Venezuela, east to the mouth of the Orinoco, and including the offshore islands
from Aruba through Dominica and Tobago. The fine engraving illustrates the mountains, forests, rivers and indigenous animals but shows place names primarily
along the coastlines owing to the relatively few explorations made into the interior. The map is richly embellished with title and distance scale cartouches, compass
roses and a galleon. Using the plate bought from Jodocus Hondius’ widow in 1629, Blaeu changed the imprint and issued this map along with several other American
maps from about 1630 to 1672 when fire destroyed the printing house. Latin text on verso. A few stains in the image and some minor foxing and a tiny hole in the
blank margin. (B+)
$600-800
431. Venezuela (Venezuela, cum parte Australi Novae Andalusiae), Jansson, Le Theatre du Monde, Amsterdam, ca. 1645. 19.3 x 14.6”. (HC) This beautifully engraved
map is Jansson’s version based on the cartography of Hessel Gerritsz. It covers the Venezuelan coast of South America, east to the mouth of the Orinoco, and includes
the offshore islands from Aruba through Dominica and Tobago. The fine engraving illustrates the mountains, forests, rivers and missions in the interior, but shows
place names primarily along the coastlines owing to the relatively few explorations made into the interior. The map is embellished with title and distance scale cartouches, a pair of compass roses and a galleon in the sea. French text on verso. Attractive original color with some minor offsetting. Short marginal fold splits well
away from the map; repaired at bottom but not at top. (B+)
$500-600
432. Venezuela (Paskaerte vande Rivier Oronoque van Moco moco tot St. Thome, en een gedeelte van Golfo de Paria), Roggeveen, Amsterdam, ca. 1690. 19.8 x 16”.
(HC) This is a very rare Dutch sea chart of the Gulf of Paria, focusing on the entrance to the Orinoco River. The region depicted was contested between the English
and Dutch during the 17th century as both colonial powers attempted to establish tobacco and sugar plantations. Two fine compass roses orient the chart with north
on the bottom and strapwork cartouches complete the adornment.
Arent Roggeveen, a land surveyor and mathematician, taught navigation for the Dutch East and West India Companies. He also helped maintain their collection of hydrographic manuscripts and charts. In the mid 1660s, Roggeveen compiled a series of large-scale sea charts of North America and the West Indies, which was published
by Pieter Goos in Het Brandende Veen or The Burning Fen. This landmark atlas was the first Dutch pilot to focus on the Americas, with a number of regions mapped
in larger scale than in any previously printed work. Roggeveen died in 1679 and Goos’ widow sold the plates to Jacob Robijn, who reissued the maps in 1680.
Both editions are extremely rare. This example is Robjin’s, who has removed the island of Trinidad and revised the Venezuelan coastline from Roggeveen’s plate.
Romjin’s signature is in the lower-right corner. Small binding stitch in upper portion of the image and very light offsetting. (B+)
$2750-3250
433. Venezuela (Carte Reduite de L’iIle de Margarita et du Golfe de Cariaco…), Depot de la Marine, Paris, 1822. 22.5 x 18.5”. (BW) Chart of Margarita, Cubagua and
Coche Islands of Venezuela and the surrounding Golfe de Cariaco. The chart is oriented with north at bottom. The upper portion of the image shows the northern
tip of mainland Venezuela and the city of Cumana. There are many details including soundings, hazards, barriers as well as considerable inland detail. The Marine
Depot mark is located lower right with Prix. Deux Francs. Margarita Island was important to the Spanish Crown due to its huge bounty of pearls that provided almost
a third of all the New World offering to the Spanish Crown. (A)
$300-400
434. Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (Guaiana sive Provinciae intra Rio de las Amazonas atque Rio de Yuiapari sive Orinoque), Gerritsz/De Laet, Leiden, ca. 1625.
14 x 11”. (HC) Hessel Gerritsz was apprenticed to Blaeu as an engraver before starting his own business. He then was appointed Cartographer to the Dutch East
India Company and subsequently held the same position in a newly formed West India Company. Although Gerritsz actually traveled to the area during his voyage to
South America and the West Indies undertaken in 1628, this map obviously lacks first-hand knowledge, except along the coastline. The interior is dominated by the
huge lake (Parime Lacus) with the legendary city of El Dorado (Manoa, o el Dorado) on its shores. The map is beautifully engraved with decorative title and distance
scale cartouches and a large compass rose. Some faint foxing, else very good. (B+)
$350-425
435. Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (Guiane Divisee en Guiane et Caribane), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…,
Paris, [1683]. 10.8 x 7.8”. (HC) This small map covers the coastline from Trinidad to the mouth of the Amazon River. The interior is dominated by the huge, mythical lake (Parime) with the legendary city of El Dorado (Manoa el Dorado) on its shores. The map is very detailed, particularly along the coastline, and handsomely
decorated with a large title cartouche. (A+)
$140-180
436. Brazil (Brasilia), Wytfliet, Histoire Universelle des Indes Occidentales et Orientales…, Louvain, [1605]. 11.4 x 9”. (HC) This early map, portraying the coastal
areas of Brazil, is from the first printed atlas relating exclusively to America. There are place names around the coast, while the interior remains unexplored. The
strapwork cartouche rests on the Tropic of Capricorn. Faint damp stains barely enter map at top. (B+)
$600-700
437. Brazil (Warhafftige Abbildung von Einnehmung der Statt S. Salvator in der Baya de Todos los Santos), Meteren, ca. 1633. 17.5 x 12”. (HC) This is a great view
of the Dutch fleet in the Baya de Todos los Sanctos attacking the town of San Salvador and the Portuguese merchant fleet in 1625. The buildings are clustered on the
crest of the bay with four major forts protecting the harbor. A key below identifies 24 important sites. San Salvador was Brazil’s main sea port and a major center of
the sugar industry and the slave trade. This view is from Van Meteren’s important History of the Netherlands. There are a couple unobtrusive spots and creases, else
fine. (A)
$400-500
438. Brazil (Capitaniae de Cirii, et Parnambuco), Jansson, Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, ca. 1660. 21.3 x 17.3”. (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. Some minor soil, still overall very good. (A)
$550-700
439. Brazil (Nova et Accurata Brasiliae totius Tabula), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 22.8 x 19.3”. (HC) This scarce map is Johannes Blaeu’s third map of Brazil. It
includes the capitanias along the coast and is a significant improvement over Blaeu’s previous maps of Brazil. The handsome cartouche is surrounded by cherubs and
a river god. This map, designed by Joannes de Broen and engraved by Abraham Wolfgang, was completed shortly before the great fire that destroyed the printing
house, and therefore was never included in Blaeu’s atlases. In 1694 Pieter Schenk acquired a number of Blaeu’s copperplates, including this one. This map does not
have Schenk’s imprint, but the engraver’s imprint has been erased. Good impression and original color that has oxidized. There are several old, stable repairs on the
verso to strengthen the paper including a repaired thumbnail-size hole in the title cartouche. There are a couple extraneous creases in the map. (C+) $400-600
440. Brazil (Pas-kaart, van de Zee-Kusten, van, Brazilia, Tusschen Bahia Baxa, en Punto Lucena), Keulen, De groote zee-atlas of water-werelt, Amsterdam, ca. 1683.
22.6 x 20”. (HC) Sea chart of the Brazilian coast from Punto de Lucena to Bahia Baxa, along with an inset of Rio Grando to Punto de Lucena. The decorative chart
is filled with rhumb lines, two compass roses with north to the bottom, and a sailing ship. The title cartouche is flanked by two natives, and a large distance scale
cartouche depicts natives cutting a log. Strong dark impression and wide margins. Light offsetting and a few tiny paper flaws in image and some paper replaced in
the left-side margin. (B+)
$1000-1200
441. Brazil (Ostium Flumines Paraybae), Aa, Amsterdam, ca. 1729. 13.5 x 11.2”. (BW) This is van der Aa’s reissue of Montanus’ view of the fort on the Brazilian coast.
The busy scene is filled with fishermen, shepherds and merchants loading their wagons. Nice wide margins. Some toning on the centerfold. (B+)
$300-400
442. Brazil (Kaart van de Aller-Heiligen Baay waar aan de Hoofdstad legt van Brazil), Tirion, Hedendaagsche Historie of Tegenwoordige Staat van Amerika…, Amsterdam,
ca. 1769. 15.8 x 13.5”. (HC) This is a boldly engraved chart of the bay at Salvador (Bahia) with an inset plan of the fortified city of San Salvador. Navigational
soundings and shoals are identified in the bay. Numerous plantations and sugar mills are noted with symbols along the coast and rivers. There is a large decorative
rococo-style title cartouche and two compass roses. A few fold separations repaired with tissue on verso. Issued folded. (B+)
$220-275
443. South America - Central ([Lot of 4 - South America]), Bellin, Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1756-1760. (HC)
1)Carte du Paraguay et des Pays Voisins, 1756, (12.2 x 8”). Detailed chart covering the region of northern Argentina with Paraguay, Uruguay, southern Brazil and part
of Bolivia and Chile. The mythical Lac des Xareyes is shown as the source of the La Plata River at the top of the map, and Buenos Aires is shown at the bottom.
The title is contained within a garland style cartouche. A+ condition.
2)Suite du Perou Audience de Lima, ca. 1760, (11.5 x 8.2”). Copper engraved map covering the northern two-thirds of Peru. The map shows Pisco near the bottom
and extends north to above 6 S. latitude. Names Lima, Cuzco, Abancay, Guamanga, Guamuco, Cambas, Yurimanguas, Naranjos, Moyobamba, and more. Nice
detail of smaller towns, mountain ranges, and rivers. Large decorative title cartouche in rococo-style. A condition.
3)Carte de la Guyane, 1757, (12.5 x 9.3”). Decorative map of the coastal region from Amacura to Cap de Nord. The map is based on the work of the great French
cartographer D’Anville. Nicely detailed and adorned with a compass rose and a large title cartouche. A condition - binder’s tear in lower left margin.
4)Carte du Bresil Prem. Partie Depuis la Riviere des Amazones jusqu’a la Bay de Tous les Saints, ca. 1756, (12.7 x 9.3”). This finely engraved map covers from the
mouth of the Amazon to Baía de Todos os Santos. Only coastal detail is shown with regions divided into the Capitaineries or hereditary harbor offices. The interior
region is noted as being unknown and the domain of the Tapuyas Indian nation. A condition. See descriptions.
$200-250
444. Paraguay (Paraquaria vulgo Paraguay. cum adjacentibus), Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1740. 21.5 x 17.6”. (HC) Centered on the course of the Rio De La
Plata, this map explores parts of Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile and Brazil. Numerous South American cities are depicted, including Sao Paulo, Santos, Cordoba, and Buenos Aires. The map gives an overview of the Jesuit reductions with an inset cartouche detailing existing and destroyed missions, reductions and Indian
tribes settlements. The map also features two ships and cartouches containing a dedication to Vincent Carafa, the Jesuit Superior General. In addition to the imprint
of Covens & Mortier, this map includes the imprint of Christopher Browne, London. Slightly uneven toning with a private booklabel on verso. (B+) $650-800
445. Cusco, Peru (Cusco), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.5 x 10.3”. (BW) Very fine copperplate engraving of Cusco from the
vantage point of a hill overlooking the city. The foreground is filled with people and livestock traveling the road leading to the town. (A)
$275-350
446. South America - Western ([Lot of 7 - South America]), British Admiralty, London, ca. 1828-36. (BW) This lot of working British Admiralty charts covers much of
the west coast of South America. All have land-view elevations of the shore except for Sheet II to assist the mariner, sailing notes, soundings, tidal notes, and magnetic
variation rose. The first has hand coloring to lighthouses and each is sized as given. The lot includes:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
West Coast of South America Sheet II From the Gulf of Trinidad to the Gulf of Penas., (18 x 24”).
South America West Coast Sheet III From the Gulf of Penas to the Guaytecas Islands., (18.4 x 24.5”).(
South America West Coast Sheet IV Chile., (18.3 x 24.3”).
South America West Coast Sheet V Chile., (18.4 x 24.8”).
South America West Coast Sheet VI Chile., (18.4 x 24.5”).
South America West Coast Sheet VII Chile., (18.5 x 24.5”).
South America West Coast Sheet VIII Chile., (18.5 x 24.5”).
Each with a little soiling from use with occasional toning or foxing. Sheet VII is linen-backed due to a tear extending into the lower image. On thick paper as issued.
(B+)
$275-350
447. South America - Western ([Lot of 5 - South America]), British Admiralty, London, 1835-36. (BW) This lot of working British Admiralty charts covers much of the
west coast of South America. All have land-view elevations of the shore to assist the mariner, sailing notes, soundings, tidal notes, and magnetic variation rose. The
lot includes:
1. South America West Coast Sheet VII Chile. With seven inset charts: Quintai Road; Oscuro Cove; Rapel River; Matanza Anchorage; Ports San Antonio & S. Antonio
de las Bodegas; Tuman Bay; and Topocalma Roads., (18.5 x 24.5”).
2. South America West Coast Sheet VIII Chile. Includes four inset plans of Pena Blanca; Chanaral Bay; Choros Bay; and Apolillado Cove., (18.6 x 24.2”).
3. South America West Coast Sheet IX Chile & Bolivia., (18.5 x 24.5”).
4. South America West Coast Sheet X Bolivia., (18.5 x 24.5”).
5. South America West Coast Sheet X Coast of Chile. Includes five inset plans of Guanillos Cove; Antofagasta; Chimba Cove; El Cobre Cove; and Abtao Cove,
(18.7 x 24.3”).
Each with a little soiling from use with occasional toning or foxing. On thick paper as issued. (B+)
$250-350
448. South America - Southern (Fretum Magellannicum, und Dessen Eigentliche Beschreibung…), Bry, Grand Voyages Part IX, Frankfurt, [1601]. 11.6 x 6.4”. (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. Some minor creasing along centerfold
and some repairs in the blank margins. (B+)
$375-450
449. South America - Southern (Freti Magellanici ac novi Freti vulgo Le Maire exactissima delineatio), Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1633. 19.2 x 15.1”. (HC) This is a
beautifully decorated map of the tip of South America with the Strait of Magellan and Le Maire Strait. The strategic importance of the place and the difficulties of
navigation made this a notable chart, although it is not very accurate. The map graphically depicts the rugged mountainous terrain and the coastlines of Tierra del
Fuego are incomplete. Notations describe the first Dutch expedition through the strait and a description of giants of vast magnitude said to inhabit the region. At the
right is the Strait of Le Maire named after Jacob Le Maire, a Dutch navigator who transited the area in 1615-1616 with Willem Schouten. The map is richly decorated
with a central compass rose, galleons, sea monsters and penguins. French text on verso. Original color with light toning and foxing, mostly confined to the blank
margins. Small crack at centerfold with tiny loss. (B+)
$750-900
Atlantic & Arctic
450. Atlantic & West Indies (A New Generall Chart for the West Indies), Seller and Price, Atlas Maritimus, London, 1703. 22.3 x 17.6”. (HC) A crisply engraved sea
chart covering most of the Atlantic Ocean but, as noted in the title, focusing on the West Indies. Place names are located along the coastal areas of North and Central
America with a bit of the northern portion of South America as well as the western coast of Africa and a portion of Europe. The chart is centered on a large compass
rose and the title is enclosed in a picture frame-style cartouche. A text panel in the interior of Africa explains the use of the chart. The chart was engraved by Herman
Moll as noted below the cartouche. Overall good condition. Two tiny rust stains near the equator. (B+)
$550-700
451. Atlantic Islands ([Lot of 2] D’Eylanden van Canarien [and] Sancta Helena), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 4.8 x 4”. (HC) Pair of miniature maps
illustration important islands in the Atlantic. The map of the Canary Islands includes an inset of the Port of Las Palmas, a stopping point for the Spanish conquerors,
traders, and missionaries on their way to the New World. The map of Saint Helena shows an equally important stopover for ships, in this case those trading between
Europe and Africa or Asia. Two coastal approach views show the west and north side of the island and three sea monsters embellish the tiny map. They were published
by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on versos. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Good impressions
with some soil and minor repairs in the blank margins. (B+)
$180-230
452. Canary Islands (Isles Canaries), Bonne, Atlas Supplement, Paris, ca. 1787. 13.5 x 9.2”. (HC) Map of the Canary Islands with topographical detail on each island.
There are four distance scales including geographical miles, French leagues, marine leagues and Spanish leagues. (A+)
$90-120
453. Bermuda (Mappa Aestivarum Insularum, alias Barmudas Dictarum…), Hondius/Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1647. 20.3 x 15.4”. (HC) A striking map based on the
famous survey by Richard Norwood of the Bermuda Company, also known as the Somers Isles Company in 1618. The map shows the division into the original
Tribes, which were a short-lived name for what became administrative parishes, and were names of major shareholders in the company. Also shown are the various
landowners, with their names in a table below the map. There are many tiny houses shown on the map, locating settlements, as well as minute cannons marking the
defensible points. The map is superimposed over a chart of the Atlantic with the coastlines of Britain, North America and Hispaniola showing the location of Bermuda.
Decorated with an exquisite strapwork cartouche, a coat of arms, a medallion and a compass rose. Jansson reissued Hondius’ plate with his imprint between 1647
and 1666. German text on verso. Ref: Palmer (MCC-19) #11. Minor chipping at bottom edge, well away from the map. (A)
$1400-1700
454. Bermuda (Mappa Aestivarum Insularum, alias Barmudas Dictarum…), Montanus/Ogilby, Amsterdam, ca. 1670. 14 x 11.5”. (HC) This attractive map is based on
Blaeu’s chart of the island (1635), which in turn was based on the famous survey by John Norwood of the Bermuda Company in 1618. The map shows the division
into the original Tribes, or shares and shows the various landowners with their names in a table below the map. Bermuda was colonized in 1612, just shortly after
Jamestown in 1606. Roanoake Colony had already failed by this time, but it is noted on the map and in the cartouche. The map uses Blaeu’s previous projection
to show Bermuda’s correct proportion and position in the North Atlantic by superimposing this map over a smaller scale map of the Atlantic with the coastlines of
Britain, North America and Hispaniola, with a tiny island of Bermuda appearing just beneath the title cartouche. The map is decorated with an aquatic themed title
cartouche, including Neptune riding a pair of sea monsters, surrounded by putti. The scale of miles cartouche shows a vignette of natives and Englishmen surveying
the land, and the coats-of-arms for England and Bermuda are displayed at top. Ref: Palmer (MCC-19) #12. Wide margins, as issued. Professionally repaired along
centerfold and in blank margins. (A)
$1000-1300
455. Bermuda (Mappa Aestivarum Insularum, alias Barmudas Dictarum…), Jansson/Valck & Schenk, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 20 x 15.3”. (HC) A striking map based on
the famous survey by Richard Norwood of the Bermuda Company, also known as the Somers Isles Company in 1618. The map shows the division into the original
Tribes, which were a short-lived name for what became administrative parishes, and were names of major shareholders in the company. Also shown are the various
landowners, with their names in a table below the map. There are many tiny houses shown on the map, locating settlements, as well as minute cannons marking the
defensible points. The map is superimposed over a chart of the Atlantic with the coastlines of Britain, North America and Hispaniola showing the location of Bermuda.
Decorated with an exquisite strapwork cartouche, a coat of arms, a medallion and a compass rose. Jansson reissued Hondius’ plate with his imprint between 1647 and
1666. This is Valck & Schenk’s reissue of Jansson’s map, with their publisher’s imprint replacing Jansson’s. Ref: Palmer (MCC-19) #11. Original color with a few
hairline cracks in green areas professionally repaired on verso. (A)
$1600-2000
456. Azores (Tercera), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.2 x 3”. (HC) Sea monsters and sailing ships circle the island of Terceira on this
tiny map. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of
the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.)
pp.78-79. (A+)
$110-150
457. Azores (Angra op Tercera), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.4 x 11.2”. (BW) Bird’s-eye view of the island with the city
and its fortifications. Copied from Van Linschoten’s view. The foreground is filled with sailing ships and boats. (A)
$200-240
458. North Atlantic Ocean (Mare del Nord…), Coronelli, Atlante Veneto, Venice, ca. 1691. 23.8 x 17.7”. (BW) This ornate chart of the northern Atlantic Ocean includes
considerable coastline detail particularly along the eastern seaboard of North America, the West Indies and the northern coast of South America. The detail is confined
primarily to coastlines. A patriotic notation in Labrador declares that Antonio Zeno of Venice discovered the region in 1390. The ocean is crossed with rhumb lines
and the large title cartouche is composed of two mermen and sugar cane. Vincenzo Coronelli was a Franciscan priest and renowned mathematician and cartographer.
He was appointed official Cosmographer to the Venetian Republic in 1685 and founded the world’s earliest geographic society, L’Accademia Cosmografica degli
Argonauti. The map is dedicated to Giovanni Grimani with his coat of arms in the elaborate title cartouche. Ref: Burden #679; Manasek #61. A sharp impression
with light toning along centerfold. (B+)
$1400-1800
459. Iceland (Island), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1607. 7.3 x 5.2”. (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. Latin text on verso. Toning and a few small stains in the margin. (A)
$250-325
460. Iceland (Islandia), Mercator, Amsterdam, ca. 1628. 17.3 x 11.2”. (HC) This important map first appeared in the 1595 edition of Mercator’s Atlas. It is similar to
Ortelius’ map of Iceland (issued five years earlier) and is based on the same source - that of Bishop Gudbrandur Thorláksson. Although the map is far from accurate,
it is a marked improvement on earlier maps in both content and execution. The island is depicted with its vast mountains, glaciers and fiords and the eruption in Hekla.
The settlements are fairly well located and many places of interest are named. The map is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche, a sea monster and a distance
scale topped with dividers. French text on verso, published between 1628 and 1635 by Henicus Hondius. Lightly toned with slightly faded old color and very wide
blank margins. Some foxing and staining in margins. (B+)
$750-900
461. Iceland (Islandia), Mercator/Jansson, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1628. 7.7 x 5.3”. (HC) Charming miniature map based on the cartography of Bishop Gudbrandur
Thorláksson. The island is depicted with its vast mountains, glaciers and fiords and includes several settlements, many places of interest and a dramatic depiction
of the volcano erupting on Hekla. A small coastline of the mythical island of Frisland is shown at lower left. Latin text on verso. Toned with mild text offsetting.
(B+)
$250-325
462. 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, else fine. (A)
$600-750
Europe & Mediterranean
463. Europe (Europa Prima Pars Terrae in Forma Virginis), Bunting, Itinerarium Sacrae Scripturae, ca. 1582. 14.5 x 11”. (HC) Heinrich Bunting’s Itinerarium Sacrae
Scripturae included some of the most fanciful and curious cartographic representations including the world in the shape of a cloverleaf and Asia as Pegasus. For
his map of Europe he chose a design originated by Joannes Bucius in 1537. It presents Europe in the form of a queen. Spain forms 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. Major rivers, cities and mountain ranges are included. German text on verso. Ref: Tooley
(MCC-1) #2. There is some expert paper restoration in the bottom margin, partially affecting part of the text. (A)
$2750-3500
464. Europe ([Europa Regina]), Munster, Basel, ca. 1580. 6.5 x 11.8”. (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 is 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. (A+)
$1100-1400
465. Europe (Nova Europae Descriptio), Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1623. 19.5 x 14.6”. (HC) This is a very handsome map of Europe embellished with many ships and
sea monsters and three strapwork cartouches. The map extends to include Greenland, the Davis Strait and a bit of Americae Pars Estotilad. The mythical island of
Frislandt is prominently shown including several place names. The cartouche at right contains an explanation concerning Noah’s son, Japheth the progenitor of the
peoples of Europe, and his descendents as mentioned in the Table of Nations in Genesis. Vibrant original color in the unique Mercator/Hondius palette. (A)
$1500-1700
466. Europe (Europam sive Celticam Veterem, sic Describere Conabar Abrahamus Ortelius), Jansson, Antwerp, ca. 1640. 18.5 x 14”. (HC) This is an uncommon variant of the map Jansson issued in his historical atlas. It is based on Ortelius’ map of the same title, and credits him in the title cartouche. It covers Celtic Europe and
is fully engraved with forests, mountains and rivers, and there are several ancient tribal and place names. The map bears the same engraver’s imprint of Everard
Symonsz Hamersveldt and the cartographic content remains unchanged, but the cartouches have been simplified. Fine impression and wide margins. The centerfold
and some minor creases have been reinforced with tissue on the verso. A short fold separation in the bottom blank margin has been repaired. (B+)
$400-500
467. Europe (Europa), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.25 x 2.5”. (HC) This scarce, tiny map is based on the Ortelius-Galle map of 1593.
There is little detail except the locations of major cities and rivers. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann
Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis Auctorium, which was often bound with the Praecipuarum Universi. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd
ed.) pp. 126-127. (A)
$160-200
468. Europe (A New and Accurate Map of Europe…), Bowen, London, ca. 1748. 17.6 x 14.5”. (HC) Map including all of Europe, Iceland, the Mediterranean and the
Barbary Coast stretching east to the Caspian Sea. Political boundaries are shown and major cities located. Nicely decorated title cartouche features a river god. A
few tiny tears in the blank margin, else fine. (A)
$200-250
469. Europe and Mediterranean (D’Reyse des Apostels Pauli na Roomen etc.), Schut, [1791]. 20.8 x 14.6”. (HC) This fine map of Europe (except Scandinavia) and the
Mediterranean illustrates the travels of St. Paul from Jerusalem to Rome. The title is in a panel across the top. Crisply engraved with good detail throughout and
simply decorated with three compass roses. The map was engraved by Albert Schut and published in a Dutch Bible, first by Danckerts, second by R & J Wetstein and
William Smith in Amsterdam and Samuel Luchtmans in Leiden, and last by I.B. Elwe. This map still bears the Wetsein, Smith, Luchtman imprint (at left) but was
published by Elwe. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #164. There is some expert paper restoration in the side margins including a small section of
the neatline in facsimile on both sides. (B+)
$200-250
470. Britain (Magnae Britanniae et Hiberniae Tabula), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635-1648. 19.6 x 15.2”. (HC) This handsome map of the British Isles is believed to be
printed from the revised plate of Hondius’ carte-a-figures map of 1630. Blaeu acquired a number of Jodocus Hondius’ plates from Hondius’ widow in 1629. As this
map was too large to fit in Blaeu’s atlas, it is presumed that he removed the surrounding panels. It is filled with minutely engraved topographical and political detail
of England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland, and is inset with a small map of the Orkney Islands. The map appeared in many of the Blaeu atlases between 1634 and 1672
and was included in all editions of the Blaeu atlas of England and Wales from 1645 onwards. It is decorated with a lovely compass rose, and a decorative scale of
miles and title cartouche. Three delicately engraved ships and a large sea monster complete the composition. French text on verso. Ref: Moreland & Bannister, p.
217; Shirley (BI to 1650) #423. Centerfold separation repaired on verso with paper, and some toning and foxing that does not distract. (B+)
$900-1200
471. Britain, Irish Sea (A Correct Chart of St. George’s Channel and the Irish Sea…), Seale, Tindal’s Continuation of Mr. Rapin’s History of England, London, [1745].
14.7 x 18.4”. (HC) This great sea chart details the entire coastline of Ireland and the western coastal areas of Scotland, Wales and England between the Firth of Clyd
to Lands End. Roughly centered on a compass rose and the chart notes Great and small ports as well as villages, forts and castles along the coastline. Beautifully
engraved with a striking and large title cartouche. Nice impression with mild offsetting. Tiny hole above the northern coast of Ireland, else very good. (B+)$ 1 4 0 180
472. England (Hereford-shire Described with the True Plot of the Citie Hereford…), Speed, Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain, London, 1610. 20.3 x 15”. (HC) A
fine decorative county map with a large plan of the City of Hereford, a battle scene and the armorials of the Earls of Hereford. Further embellished with the depictions of two cartographers seated in the bottom corners and a strapwork title cartouche. The map itself is filled with detail including the “outliers” or small circular
enclaves of land along the county’s borders. One of the more interesting features of the map is a notation at Little Marcley, “Marcley hill which removed in Anno
1575/” The English text on verso elaborates on this notation with a fanciful description of what was perhaps an earthquake. Imprint of John Sudbury and George
Humbell. Nice impression with old color. Professionally remargined at top with some toning along the centerfold. (B+)
$425-500
473. England (Northumbriae Comitatus, olim sedes Otadinorum), Saxton/Hole, Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1637. 11.6 x 10.8”. (HC) This handsome chart of
Northumbria identifies Newcastle, Barwick, Glinda and hundreds of smaller towns and villages. Hadrian’s Wall, here called The wall of the piets, is boldly engraved
and well shown. The title is contained in an interesting cartouche fashioned to resemble an open book. The map is embellished with a large compass rose with fleurde-lys and rhumb lines, and a distance scale with the imprint of Saxton and Hole below. As is normally seen on this map, there is evidence of a damaged plate with
top left tip lacking neat lines. The map image is fine with strong, dark impression, fine color and wide margins. There is printer’s residue ink in the image and light
foxing in blank margins. (B+)
$180-250
474. England ([Lot of 2] Westmorlandiae Comitatus qui olim Spectauit ad Brigantas [and] Westmorland), Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1637-95. Two maps of the
county of Westmoreland from different editions of Camden’s popular Britannia. The first (12.3 x 10.3”) uncolored map was engraved by William Kip and based upon
the famous survey by Christopher Saxton. The second (16.5 x 14.3”) hand colored map is from Robert Morden’s expanded edition that was Sold by - Abel Swale
Awnsham & John Churchill. First with a dark impression with minor candle-wax spot in cartouche. Centerfold tear that has been repaired on verso with old paper.
Second with some light offsetting visible in blank areas and one worm hole visible when held to the light. Short marginal splits at centerfold, lower one just to border
is closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$200-275
475. Exeter, England (Excester in Engellandt), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, [1638]. 5.8 x 4”. (HC) A miniature bird’s-eye plan of the city of Exeter, drawn from Braun
& Hogenberg’s plan. The emblem in the foreground of this view is one serpent devouring another with the motto and verse warning that immoderate love leads to
destruction.
Meisner’s emblem book, containing over 800 pictorial-poetic compositions, was enormously popular throughout Europe in the 17th century. The plan views were
based on the work of De Bry, Braun & Hogenberg, Merian and others with the addition of emblematic figures or scenes in the foreground, juxtaposed with moralizing
and edifying verses beneath the image and a Latin motto at top. It was originally issued with 52 plates as the Thesaurus philo-politicus in 1623-24. After Meisner’s
death in 1625, Eberhard Kieser, with assistance from Johann L. Gottfried, completed the work and published it until 1631. The plates then appeared in the eight parts
of Sciographia Cosmica published by Paulus Furst between 1637-78. The plates for these editions were renumbered alphanumerically in the upper right corners A-H (identifying the 8 parts) and 1-100 (plate number). They were finally issued in 1700 and 1704 in Rudolf J. Helmer’s Politica-politica. There is a manuscript ink
notation in the top margin. (A)
$140-180
476. Bristol, England (Brightstowe in Engellandt), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, [1638]. 5.6 x 3.8”. (HC) Meisner’s miniature, bird’s-eye plan of Bristol was drawn
from Braun & Hogenberg’s view. The scene in the foreground includes a monkey drinking from a large flagon with a hunter on the opposite hill taking aim at the
monkey. The verse warns that too much ale leads to drunkenness and man dies from intemperance.
of Sciographia Cosmica published by Paulus Furst between 1637-78. The plates for these editions were renumbered alphanumerically in the upper right corners - A-H
(identifying the 8 parts) and 1-100 (plate number). They were finally issued in 1700 and 1704 in Rudolf J. Helmer’s Politica-politica. Minor soil and a small worm
track in the wide margins, not affecting the plan. (A)
$140-180
477. England (Warwick Shire), Morden, Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1695. 16.5 x 14.3”. (HC) This map illustrates the area surrounding Warwick and Coventry.
The River Avon bisects this county map and the famous Stratford-upon-Avon, which was the birthplace of William Shakespeare, is prominently featured. The map
includes a decorative cartouche and three distance scales. An inscription on the map indicates that the map was sold by Abel Swale, Awnsham and John Churchill.
Trimmed margins and light soiling. (B+)
$120-180
478. England (Middlesex Drawn from an Accurate Survey), Kitchin, London Magazine, London, 1748. 7.6 x 7.4”. (HC) This finely engraved map shows London in a
block plan. The map locates the roads, towns, villages, forests and rivers of the county. Towns that have markets are emphasized with italics. The map includes a
distance scale, compass rose, and a decorative title cartouche in a Royal theme with two coats-of-arms, gold coins, and the Crown. Ref: Jolly LOND-31. (B+)
$120-160
479. England (An Accurate Map of the County of Lancaster Divided into its Hundreds…), Bowen, London, ca. 1752. 20.8 x 27”. (HC) This detailed map of the county
of Lancaster identifies major roads, hamlets, villages, churches, and castles. The text surrounding the map discusses the history of the Earls and Dukes of Lancaster,
the seats of Nobility, and other historical and geographical notes. Strong impression with outline color and light foxing. Several small tears in margin not affecting
image. (B+)
$240-300
480. England (Cheshire), Cary, London, 1793. 10.3 x 8.3”. (HC) This detailed map of Cheshire county depicts such notable cities as Cheshire, Northwich, and Warrington, as well as Liverpool in Lancashire county. The map also features Mersey River and Dee River, a compass rose, and a distance scale. Overall toned. (B+)
$60-80
481. London, England (Improved Map of London for 1833, from Actual Survey), Virtue, London, 1833. 25.8 x 16.5”. (HC) Handsome early 19th century map of central
London showing streets, canals, public buildings, docks, bridges and parks. The River Thames is shown in excellent detail flowing through the city from Limehouse
Reach to Chelsea Reach. The title is flanked by small garlands of flowers. Engraved by W. Schmollinger and published by George Virtue. Ref: Howgego #349. Fold
separations on the left and top portion of the image have been repaired on verso. Light toning and spotting in the image. Issued folded with binding trim replaced at
right. (B)
$250-325
482. British Comic Map (Ffart Castle and Environs), Anon., ca. 1890. 10.1 x 14.11”. (HC) This colorful manuscript map is filled with tongue in cheek names and many
crude plays on words. The ffart Castle is just across the river from the ffart on Tyme Village and above the ffuckinwell County line. Offshore just beyond Lloud
Sound is the Brakewynd Island. The countryside is part of Crapshire County, which Ogilby neglected to map. The anonymous artist thoughtfully provided an inset
of ffart on Tyme village that contains even more interesting names. There are more catchy phrases hidden in the bawdy gem, left for the new owner to discover. The
date was determined by the reference to the city of ffartington, which is apparently a jab at the Marquis of Hartington in late 19th century politics and/or the village
of Hartington that, according to Google, was sometimes also spelled ffartington. Bright, strong color and pen work. A few spots at lower left. (B+) $150-250
483. England & Wales (Ingiltera), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4 x 3”. (HC) This handsome miniature map focuses on England and Wales
with north oriented to the right. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the
plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text.
Ref: King (1st ed.) p.141 & (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. Some minor spots in blank margins, else fine. (A)
$140-180
484. England & Wales (Anglia regnum), Mercator/Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1633. 18.2 x 13.8”. (HC) This attractive map of Elizabethan England is filled with names
taken from Saxton’s map of 1579. County boundaries and the Latinized names of counties are shown. The map is beautifully engraved in Mercator’s characteristic
style featuring a stipple engraved sea with a sailing ship, bold calligraphy and a handsome title cartouche. French text on verso. Ref: Shirley (BI) #181. Strong
impression with wide margins, original color and light foxing. Several small tears not affecting image. (B+)
$550-700
485. England & Wales (The Grand Roads of England, Shewing All the Towns you Pass thorough…), Berry, London, 1679. 15.5 x 18.5”. (BW) This scarce diagrammatic
map depicts the roads in England and Wales that radiate outward from London and includes great detail of the towns along each road. Villages, post-towns, universities, and the locations of Archbishopricks and Bishopricks are all identified, along with the distance between each. Market towns are also shown with the weekday
of the market indicated. The map features two decorative cartouches and a thumbnail bird’s-eye view of London. Engraved by John Rich. Ref: Shirley (BI), Berry
1. Expert paper repairs to left blank margin. (A)
$1500-1800
486. England & Wales (Regni Angliae et Walliae Principatus Tabula…), Allard, Amsterdam, ca. 1689. 23.2 x 19.8”. (HC) This handsome map of England and Wales
provides excellent detail of the counties, roads, cities, towns, churches and universities. The dramatic title cartouche celebrates the Glorious Revolution of 1688-89.
Seated below the title are Queen Mary on the right, a woman holding a cross and urn in the center, and an imposing military figure representing King William III
standing on the left. The cartouche is surrounded by putti and completed with royal crests and the English lion and Welsh unicorn. Ref: Shirley (BI) Allard 3, state
1. Outstanding original color with short separation on bottom centerfold without any paper loss. (B)
$600-750
487. England & Wales (Karte von England und Wallis ... von Herrn Thomas Kitchin…), Schraembl, Vienna, 1787. 42.3 x 49.7”. (HC) This wall map consists of four
sheets, unjoined, depicting England and Wales in great detail, and is a revised German version of Kitchin’s map from 1777. The large decorative, title cartouche
bears the form of a monument surrounded by a vignette by F. Muller after C. Schutz. The monument is topped by Britain’s Royal Coat of Arms, and surrounded by
symbols of British trade, commerce and military strength. The map shows towns, roads, political boundaries and topography, and includes a legend to the symbols
depicted on the map. The map also features an inset map of the Isles of Scilly, a compass rose and distance scales in English and German miles. Ref: Phillips (A)
694-20 Original outline color, slightly faded, and wide margins. NE quadrant: Tiny pen mark and a few faint stains. SE quadrant: A few small, faint stains. (B+)
$400-475
488. Wales ([Lot of 2] Montgomeria Comitatus et Comitatus Mervinia [and] North Wales), ca. 1648-95. (HC)
1) Montgomeria Comitatus et Comitatus Mervinia by Johannes Blaeu’s Atlas Maior, circa 1648 (19.5 x 15”) This is a splendid map of the historic counties of Merionethshire and Montgomeryshire. The two large coats of arms pictured are for Great Britain on the left and Wales on the right. In between is the coat of arms
for the Herbert family, in recognition of Philip Herbert, the 1st Earl of Montgomery. The map is richly embellished with two ships sailing in the Irish Sea and two
figurative cartouches featuring a surveyor, putti, and Welsh shepherds and their flocks. French text on verso. Sharp impression and nicely colored. Several tears
in margin repaired with old paper, one with cello tape. Small hole near Sarnabugh point through the large letter ‘R.’ (B+)
2) North Wales, from Robert Morden’s edition of Camden’s Brittania, circa 1695 ( 16.8 x 14.2”) Beautifully and boldly engraved map that borders the Irish Sea and
extends to Aberystwyth in the south and Chester in the north on the Dee River. The map depicts the mountainous topography of the northern part of Wales. Each
county is named and outlined. The map includes a bold title cartouche and two distance scales. Trimmed margins with some uneven toning. (B)
$220-300
489. Scotland (Novissima Regni Scotiae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis Tabula…), Allard, Amsterdam, ca. 1697. 23.2 x 19.8”. (HC) This is an early state of Allard’s
map, before it was acquired by Covens & Mortier. It features two decorative cartouches, Scotland’s coat of arms surrounded by putti, a compass rose, and an inset
map of the Orkney Islands. The large title cartouche is surrounded by mythical figures, including Mercury, Neptune, Pan, and a female figure representing Britain.
The map is dedicated to Nicolas Witsen, mayor of Amsterdam. His coat of arms is at lower left, surrounded by putti holding a scale and various weapons. The map
provides particularly good detail of the Western Isles. Exquisite original color on heavy paper with separations at centerfold at top and bottom, just entering border.
The top margin is narrow as issued. (B+)
$550-700
490. Scotland (A New and Accurate Map of Scotland from the latest Surveys), Cooke, A General Description of Scotland, London, ca. 1810. 8.5 x 10.4”. (HC) Detailed
map of Scotland still bound into the 144 page guide containing descriptions of the country and providing a guide for travelers. It was part of the series, “Cooke’s
topography of Great Britain.” Minor offsetting and original color with a repaired binding tear in the blank margin. (A)
$100-150
491. Ireland (Irlandiae Regnum), Mercator, L’Atlas ou Meditations Cosmographiques, ca. 1616. 18.5 x 13.5”. (HC) This is Mercator’s map of southern Ireland compiled
from his landmark map of Britain (1564]. It is one of five Irish maps Mercator designed for the second part of his Atlas. The map is richly engraved with a moiré
pattern in the sea and strong topographical features in the interior. The sheet contains a large strapwork title cartouche and has full borders. French text on verso. Ref:
Law, pp.19-20. Lovely original color in the distinctive color pallet of the Mercator/Hondius atlases. Lightly toned with a couple minor spots in the blank margins.
(A)
$400-500
492. Ireland (Hibernia Regnum Vulgo Ireland), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19.7 x 15”. (HC) One of the most beautiful maps of Ireland, this was based on Speed’s
map and is geographically nearly identical. The map has finely engraved detail of the provinces of Leinster, Ulster, Connaght and Munster filled with counties, towns
and charming pictorial topography. The upper and lower portions of Lough Erne in Ulster are oddly shaped, with a note between them relating, “At this place ly the
landes, of O Darra, O Harna, O Harra Boy, O Harra Neirogh, the 2 McDonnoghes with several other Erecholders.” The map is adorned with the crest of Britain, and
below that, the cartouche is topped with the crest of Ireland; the scale of miles is supported by two aquatic putti. Latin text on verso. Nice impression. Centerfold
has been reinforced with tissue on verso. (A)
$750-950
493. Ireland (Hiberniae Insulae Miraculis Naturalibus pro digiosae delineatio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This scarce,
miniature map is based on Ortelius. North is oriented to the right and detail is limited to cities and rivers. A sailing ship and strapwork cartouche decorate the map.
In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis Auctorium,
which was often bound with the Praecipuarum Universi. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. (A+)
$275-325
494. Ireland (Regnum Hiberniae, tam Secundum IV Provincias Principales Ultoniam, Connaciam, Lageniam, Momoniam…), Seutter, ca. 1741. 19.5 x 22.7”. (HC) A
spectacular map of Ireland based on Visscher’s similar map, but with entirely original decorations. The title cartouche supports the royal British arms and the large
pictorial cartouche at bottom presents a bucolic scene of Mercury with herdsmen, shepherds and fishermen and supports the Irish coat of arms. Faint toning on centerfold, else fine. (A)
$600-700
495. Limerick, Ireland (The Cittie of Limerick), Stafford, Pacata Hibernia. Ireland appeased and reduced…, ca. 1810. 14.8 x 11.5”. (BW) This is from the 1810 edition
printed from the 1633 copper plates. The birds-eye view shows the walled and heavily fortified city of Limerick with numerous towers along the protective wall.
Cannons are visible on some of the battlements. The protective river surrounds the city limiting access via draw bridges. Two large three-masted sailing ships rest
in the harbor. Highly detailed down to individual buildings with several named including two chapels, a church and the Queen’s Castle. At upper right are binding
instructions to place between pages 362 & 363. Engraved by I. Byrne. The image has some offsetting. In the wide margins are some foxing, offsetting and two large
stains along lower edge. A binding tear enters the image 1” with some margin missing; closed on verso with archival tape. Issued folded. (B)
$180-275
496. English Channel (La Plus Grande Partie de la Manche, qui Contient les Cotes d’Angleterre…), Ottens, Amsterdam, ca. 1725. 23 x 19.3”. (HC) This detailed map of
the English Channel is a fine example of the stark style that came into vogue at the beginning of the eighteenth century. The title is simply engraved at top flanked by
a key on the left and distance scales on the right. The chart provides excellent navigational information including the location of banks, rocks and shoals, soundings,
and ports. Original color with a few minor spots. (B+)
$400-475
497. Scandinavia (Scandinavie ou sont les Estats de Danemark de Suede &c.), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…,
Paris, [1683]. 9.3 x 7”. (HC) Strongly engraved map of Scandinavia with very nice detail, centered on the Baltic Sea. The map shows Finland, Lithuania, Sweden,
Denmark and Norway and is embellished with a fancy title cartouche. Engraved by Antoine d’Winter. Light even toning. (A)
$150-200
498. Scandinavia (Carte des Courones du Nord Dediee Autres Puissant et Tres Invincible Prince Charles XII Roy de Suede, des Gots et des Vandales Grande Duc de
Finlande &c.), Delisle/Dezauche, Atlas Geographique et Universel…, Paris, 1780. 24.3 x 17.8”. (HC) This detailed map covers the northern parts of Sweden and
Norway, and Finland with incredible detail of the watershed and topography. An elaborate, regal cartouche fills the Norwegian Sea, dedicating the map to Charles XII,
King of Sweden, the Goths and the Vends. This is the top sheet of a two-part map. It has complete borders and stands well on its own. Ref: Phillips (A) #3525-18.
(A+)
$180-230
499. Sweden, Finland & Baltics (Sueciae Magnae, Totius Orbis Regni Antiquissimi Hodierna in Sex Principales Suas Partes), Valck, Amsterdam, ca. 1720. 19.2 x 23.4”.
(HC) This is a Valk family map showing Norway, Sweden, Finland, Estonia and Latvia. It depicts a significantly contracted Swedish Empire having suffered defeats
against both Norway and Russia over the previous century. The most notable battle was fought against Peter the Great at Poltava in 1709 resulting in the end of Swedish dominance in the region. Very good original color with a minor separation of the fold at left, which has been repaired with archival tape on verso. (A)$450-600
500. Sweden (Gotia), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 4.8 x 3.4”. (HC) This tiny map focuses on southern Sweden with the cities of Vaxjo, Linkoping,
Stockholm, and Uppsala, and including the islands of Gotland and Oland. It was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the
popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) p. 80-82. Dark impression with light soil and a professionally restored at the top and bottom right
corners, well away from the map. (B+)
$110-160
501. Sweden (Gothebourg, Ville Forte, Port de Mer sur l’Ocean, de la Province de Westro Gotland …), Fer, Les Forces de l’Europe, Paris, ca. 1700. 12.5 x 7.5”. (HC)
This graphic bird’s-eye plan shows the fortification of the city of Gothenburg on the west coast of Sweden. Nicolas de Fer held the title of Geographer at Louis XIV’s
court. He was one of the most prolific publishers of plans of European cities in the late seventeenth century. There is a small worm track in the wide margin, well
away from the map. (A)
$140-180
502. Sweden (A Map of the Southern Provinces of Sweden), Kitchin, London, 1784. 15.3 x 18.3”. (HC) Uncommon map of southern Sweden with detail of cities, villages and roads. The various provinces are noted. Delicately engraved with a simple title cartouche. Published by Thomas Cadell. Very faint offsetting and slight
surface soil at fold intersections. Issued folded. (B+)
$120-150
503. Sweden (Gouvernement de Bahus Tire de divers Memoires), Sanson/Mariette, Paris, ca. 1668. 16.8 x 15.6”. (HC) This map covers a portion of modern day Norway,
Sweden and Denmark with the focal point on Bahuslan which is in present-day Sweden. The area belonged to Norway in 1658. Beautiful color with very minor
foxing along the bottom margin. (A)
$800-950
504. Norway (Charte vom Konigreich Norwegen…), Gussefeld/Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1789. 18.4 x 22.7”. (HC) Following the model popularized by Frederick de
Wit a century before, Norway is presented in two parts. This design used the surface area of the sheet of paper more efficiently. The southern regions are detailed on
the main map with North Norway shown in a large inset. The Faroe Islands are also inset. Franz Ludwig Gussefeld was a cartographer from Osterburg who worked
with the firm of Homann’s Heirs in the latter part of the 18th century. A French title, Le Royaume de Norvegue, nouvellement…, is in the top margin. There is a
small damp stain and a printer’s crease at right. (B+)
$350-450
505. Baltic (Livonia descrip), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This delightful little map of Estonia and Latvia was published by Cornelius
Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Soil and minor paper restoration
in the blank margins. (B+)
$110-150
506. Baltic (Livonia), Mercator/Jansson, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1630. 7.5 x 5.8”. (HC) Beautiful map of present-day Estonia, Latvia and part of Lithuania. Fully
engraved to illustrate the forests, cities and villages and embellished with a strapwork title cartouche and scale of miles. German text on the verso. A nice impression
with a little show-through of the text on the verso. (A)
$150-200
507. Baltic (Livonia Vulgo Lyefland), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1645. 19.5 x 15”. (HC) This handsome map covers the area of present-day Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania,
with the Baltic Sea, as well as the neighboring coastlines of Sweden and Finland. The map is embellished with sailing ships, a title cartouche, and the coats of arms
for Sweden, Finland, Estonia, Courland (Latvia), Lithuania, Moscovia and Ingria. French text on verso. There is an old paper repair in the bottom margin else fine.
(A)
$650-750
508. Denmark (Fionia vulgo Funen), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19.5 x 15”. (HC) Fine map of Fyn, Langeland and Als decorated with two distinctive cartouches,
fancy scroll calligraphy and sailing ships. A large coat of arms is at upper left and the title cartouche featuring farmers and cows is at lower left. At right is a second
cartouche containing a distance scale in an unusual vertical format. Faint centerfold toning and a few tiny spots in the image, else very good. (B+)
$200-275
509. Denmark (Ducatus Slesvicensis Australis Pars), Jansson/Pitt, London, ca. 1681. 20.5 x 16.5”. (HC) Very fine map of southern Denmark and northern Germany. Map
shows very good detail of the lowlands to the west along with an intricate display of towns, rivers and forests. This is a scarce map due to the financial bankruptcy
of Moses Pitt who was only able to complete 4 volumes of an ambitious project for a world atlas. Map has not come up for sale in at least 28 years. (A+)$375-550
510. Denmark (Carte du Royaume de Danemarc), Delisle/Covens & Mortier, Paris, ca. 1750. 23.6 x 18.8”. (HC) Handsome engraved map with concise detail of Denmark and southern Sweden. The map is filled with detail of the towns, topography, traveling routes and numerous fortified cities. Three distance scales show French,
German and Danish miles. Some toning along the centerfold, otherwise in very good condition. (B+)
$160-200
511. Denmark - Faroe Islands (Chart of the Faeroe Islands; Surveyed by the Order of the Danish Admiralty by Captain H. Born), 1806. 18.5 x 18.3”. (BW) Nice map
of the Faroe islands. The Faroe Islands were associated with Norway in 1380, when Norway entered the Kalmar Union with Denmark and Sweden, which gradually
evolved into Danish control of the islands. This association ceased in 1814, when Denmark ceded Norway to Sweden while Denmark retained control of Norwegian
colonies including the Faroe Islands, Iceland and Greenland. Slight toning in the upper portion of the image. Rebacked with linen. (A)
$200-300
512. Netherlands (Die Zyp), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This tiny map depicts the Zijpe, a polder in the northern part of the Dutch
province of North Holland. It was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref:
King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Nice impression with some light soil. (B+)
$110-150
513. Netherlands (‘tHuijs te Britten), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This tiny map shows a plan of the Roman ruin of Brittenburg west
of Leiden at the mouth of the old river Rhine. It is a reduced version of Ortelius’ plan of 1562. Brittenburg was guard post in the Roman border defenses, which
formed the northern frontier of the Roman province Germania Inferior. Engraved by Petrus Kaerius, published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the
first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Dark impression with soiled margins. (B+)
$110-150
514. Netherlands (Groninga Dominium. Auctore Bartholdo Wicheringe), Jansson/Pitt, Atlas, London, ca. 1680. 19.5 x 15”. (HC) This map of the province of Groningen
and the Ems estuary was originally drawn by Barthold Wicheringe. It shows Gronningen, Netherlands on the left and Emden, Germany on the right. The map shows
the Dollert (Dollart), a large basin in the estuary, with a note about the 1277 flooding of the villages when it formed. There is much detail shown on the map, including
roads, dikes, fortified cities and pictorial topography. Two splendid cartouches enliven the map; the title cartouche is attended by a classical warrior and a depiction
of Justice, and the scale of miles is surrounded by figures relating to agricultural. The plate was originally engraved by Jan Jansson. After his death it was inherited
by his son-in-law, known as Jansson-Waesberg, who published it in conjunction with Moses Pitt and Stephan Swart. Good impression with very wide margins and
original color heightened with gold leaf. The color is slightly faded and oxidized and there is a minor crack along the River Ems that is reinforced on verso with light
tissue. Overall the paper is sound and supple. (B+)
$325-400
515. Netherlands (Comitatus Hollandiae Tabula Denuo in lucem), Allard, Amsterdam, ca. 1696. 22 x 18.5”. (HC) This decorative map depicts Utrecht and parts of Friesland and Brabant with their coasts. The details include canals, roads, polders, marshes, and villages with major cities marked. The West Frisian Islands are shown
in an inset. Compass roses orient north to the right and a variety of sailing vessels fill the seas. The title cartouche is surrounded by mermen, the Dutch coat of arms,
and a monarch, possibly William III of Orange, the Stadtholder over Utrecht from 1650-1702. Fine original color with a short separation at centerfold at bottom, with
no paper loss. There is a minor abrasion on centerfold at top. (B)
$500-650
516. Netherlands (Nova et Accurata Comitatus Zelandiae Tabula), Allard, Amsterdam, ca. 1696. 21.3 x 18”. (HC) This very detailed map of Zeeland includes impressive
decorative features, with over two dozen sailing ships, two compass roses, a small distance scale cartouche with a mermaid, and a large title cartouche complete with
putti and hippocampi surrounding the coat of arms of Zeeland. The information provided is equally impressive with canals, roads, polders, marshes, fortified cities,
windmills and sandbars depicted. Superb impression and original color with a short centerfold separation on bottom, far from map image. (A)
$550-700
517. Belgium (Leodiensis Dioecesis Typus), Mercator/Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1606. 19.3 x 13.3”. (HC) This handsome, boldly engraved map of the Muese River valley
includes Namur and Liege, with north oriented to the left. Exquisitely engraved, it has an elaborate cartouche and scale of miles and numerous forests throughout.
Engraved by Baptista van Doeticum. French text on verso. Lightly toned with some repair on the lower centerfold. The margins have a few short tears and a couple
of paper repairs, not affecting the image. (B+)
$300-375
518. Belgium (A Map of the County of Flanders by William de l’Isle), Senex, London, ca. 1721. 24 x 19”. (HC) This detailed map of Flanders shows fortified cities,
roads, forests and even the tiniest of villages. The map combines the work of two of the leading cartographers of the 18th century. Originally draw by Guillaume
Delisle and published in France with the title, Carte du Comte de Flandre, this is an English edition published by John Senex. Senex produced books maps, globes,
navigational instruments and worked in partnership with a number of other prominent cartographers. A few faint spots and toning mostly visible on verso. (B+)
$250-325
519. Ostend, Belgium (Novissima Ichnographica Delineatio Munitissimae Urbis et Celeberrimi Emporii Ostendae, in Comitatu Flandriae Austriacae Sitae), Seutter,
Grosser Atlas, Augsburg, ca. 1734. 23 x 9”. (HC) This large-scale, bird’s-eye plan of the city of Ostend provides and excellent view of the city’s fortification and
strategic position on the North Sea coast. Thirty-four sites and facilities are numbered or lettered and identified both in German and in Latin in the two legends. At
bottom is a coast view of Ostend flanked by allegorical scenes; Mars, god of war, with a military encampment at left and Neptune and Mercury with ship builders at
the right. Attractive original color with some soil and defects in the bottom margin with small loss, not affecting the maps. The lower section of the map has been
professionally backed with light Japanese tissue. There are a couple old owner’s stamps on verso. (B+)
$550-700
520. Luxembourg (Lutzeburg), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.3 x 3.3”. (HC) This charming miniature map of Luxembourg is from the
second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied
from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A+)
$160-200
521. Low Countries (Belgii Veteris Typus. Ex Conatibus Geographicis Abrahami Ortelij), Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1639. 19 x 15.2”. (HC) A fine map of this historic
region of Belgium and the Netherlands. The map is based on Ortelius’ map of the same title, which used classical sources, most notably Caesar. It is richly engraved
with forests, rivers and cities and adorned with a bold cartouche flanked by harpies. Engraved by Petrus Kaerius, with his imprint in the bottom right corner. French
text on verso. Bright impression with a tiny fold separation in the top margin that has been repaired. (A+)
$475-600
522. Low Countries (Flandriae compendiosa delineatio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This scarce little map covers the
region from Calais to Antwerp. There is little detail other than rivers and the locations of major cities. A strapwork cartouche and tiny sailing ship decorate the map.
$100-140
523. Europe - Western (Carte pour l’Intelligence de l’Histoire d’Angleterre ou on Remarque les Conquestes de Cette Monarchie…), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1708-1739. 17.8 x 13.5”. (HC) This interesting sheet contains a map of western Europe (10.5 x 10.7”) surrounded by detailed information about England.
The title indicates that the map relays the history of England and its conquests within Europe. The map includes: two family trees of the English monarchy; three
tables outlining the major states and cities of Europe, as well as those states that were conquered by England; and historical notes. The map also features a compass
rose and an inset showing the whole of Europe and the Mediterranean identifying the route of Richard the Lionheart on his Crusade to the Holy Land. The map is
marked, “Tome 2 n. 46.” Centerfold tear in bottom margin repaired on verso with archival paper tape. (A)
$220-300
524. France (Britannia), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Brescia, Italy, ca. 1598. 4 x 2.8”. (HC) Charming miniature map of Brittany embellished with a stipple
engraved sea, showing the surrounding region from Granville to the mouth of the Loire River. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on
Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s
1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.3 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 78-79. (A+)
$95-120
525. France (Poictou), Ortelius/Vrients, Epitome Theatri orbis terrarum, [1609]. 4.8 x 3.3”. (HC) Attractive miniature map of the region including the coastline and the
cities of Nantes, Poitiers and Rochelle, with the Loire River prominently noted. The map was engraved by the brothers Ambrose and Ferdinand Arsenius who had
been assistants to Frans Hogenberg and co-engravers of Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. This series of maps was accompanied by text by Michel Coignet and was published
by Jan B. Vrients. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) p. 86-87. Light toning in blank margins, else fine. (A)
$95-120
526. France (Aniou), Ortelius/Vrients, Epitome Theatri orbis terrarum, [1609]. 4.8 x 3.4”. (HC) This delightful miniature map of the Anjou region is centered on Angiers
and the Loire River valley. It is embellished with a strapwork title cartouche. The map was engraved by the brothers Ambrose and Ferdinand Arsenius who had been
assistants to Frans Hogenberg and co-engravers of Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. This series of maps was accompanied by text by Michel Coignet and was published by
Jan B. Vrients. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) p. 86-87. (A+)
$95-120
527. France (Utriusque Burgundiae, tum Ducatus tum Comitatus Descriptio), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19.8 x 15.3”. (HC) A superb map of the historic Burgundy
region in France. Centered roughly on the Saone River the map extends from Crevant to Montbeliard in the north, and from Varennes-sur-Allier to Geneva at bottom. The map is finely engraved with minute detail and embellished with a bold title cartouche flanked by Mars and one of his consorts. The arms of the Duchy and
County of Burgundy top the cartouche, while putti peak out from behind the distance scale cartouche. Nice impression and original color with some toning, mostly
confined to the wide original margins. (B+)
$250-325
528. France (Normandia Ducatus), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1645. 20.5 x 14.8”. (HC) This very detailed map of the Normandy coast extends from Cherbourg and Avranches
in the West to Dieppe and Rouen in the East. The map also features Caen, Le Havre, and Mont Saint Michel in the lower left corner. A compass rose, ships, fishing
boats and a sea monster are depicted in the English Channel. The map is adorned with a large title cartouche flanked by putti and Normandy’s coat of arms. Latin
text on verso. Two light spots in upper left-hand blank margin, but overall excellent. (A+)
$400-500
529. France (Galliae Veteris Typus), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1650. 19.2 x 15.3”. (HC) Attractive map of France during Roman times based on Ortelius’ map, which in
turn was based on ancient geographical sources. The map is filled with detail and ancient place names and decorated with two strapwork cartouches. Dutch text on
verso. Sharp impression with wide original margins. There is a 2” tear in bottom right-hand margin, well away from image. (A)
$275-350
530. France (France), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…, Paris, [1683]. 11 x 8.8”. (HC) This unusual small map of
France is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche but is lacking the borders that are usually found on maps of the period. It was engraved by A. d’Winter. Light
even toning. (A)
$110-150
531. France (Aurelianensis Praefectura Generalis…), Valck, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 23.5 x 19.2”. (HC) Very strongly engraved map centered on Orleans and Tours. The
map extends to the Atlantic at the Bay of Biscay and east to Burgundy. Fortified towns are identified and hundreds of small villages are named. Locates Thiers,
Userche, Niort, Nantes, Rennes, Seez, Aux Erre, and many more. Two distance scales at upper right and legend opposite. Very dark impression and original outline
color. On thick, sound paper that was previously framed leaving behind mounting paper on verso at edges and overall toning from framing. The centerfold backstrap
protected this region from toning resulting in a lighter area. (B)
$100-140
532. France (Tabula Aquitaniae complectens Gubernationem Guiennae, et Vasconiae), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 22.5 x 19”. (HC) This is a large and decorative
map of southeastern France. Fully engraved with mountains, forests, roads and cities. Very decorative borders surround the three insets: fortification plans of Bayonne
and Blaye, and a fine vignette birds’-eye view of the city of Bordeaux. The map carries good detail of the Pyrenees and a highly detailed depiction of the Canal du
Midi, here labeled the Royal Canal. This fantastic undertaking connected the Atlantic (via the Garonne River) with the Mediterranean in one of the most incredible
engineering feats of the 17th century. It was opened in 1681 after fourteen years of construction under the direction of Pierre Paul Riquet. The map is further embellished with a large, allegorical title cartouche. Very dark impression and original color. On sound paper that was previously framed leaving behind mounting paper
on verso at edges. The map image has overall toning from framing. The centerfold backstrap protected this region from toning resulting in a lighter area. (B)
$180-210
533. Paris, France (Lutece ou Premier Plan de la Ville de Paris…), Danet, Paris, ca. 1724. 10.8 x 8.5”. (HC) This rare and detailed map of Paris during Roman times
depicts the topography around Paris and prominently features the Seine River. Three temples are identified: Temple de Mars ou Teutates, Temple d’Isis ou de Ceres,
and Temple de Mercure ou de Hesus. In addition, the homes and properties of the Gaulois in the countryside are depicted. The map includes two decorative cartouches
and a distance scale. The map was based on de Fer’s work, and was published by Guillaume Danet, the son-in-law and part successor of De Fer. Ref: Tooley, p. 146
Strong impression, with small stain just outside of upper neat line. (A)
$240-300
534. Paris, France (Nouveau Plan Routier de la Ville et Fauxbourgs de Paris, Divise en 48 Sections), Esnauts & Rapilly, Paris, 1793. 31 x 21.5”. (HC) This folding pocket
map of Paris was published at the beginning of the Reign of Terror and the same year King Louis XVI was executed. The map shows the city’s center in great detail
with all streets and boulevards located and named. The important buildings are shown in plan view and each is named. The large index covers both sides and most
of the lower edge. It locates at least 1,000 buildings including theatres, hospitals, churches, colleges, etc. The index further lists all major streets and keys them to
the map using a grid index. The inset Department de Paris shows the entire city with all Departments, Districts and Cantons. This edition has an expanded index that
replaces the insets of Versailles and the Louvre as contained on earlier issues. The radical upheavals of the French Revolution were well underway when this map
was published. In original color the map is folding with the original blue paper cover attached to one panel, but missing the front cover. The map has a little toning
along fold lines and a few tiny fold intersection splits. (B+)
$375-475
535. Paris, France (Plan Routier de la Ville et Faubourg de Paris Divise en 12 Maires), Jean, Paris, 1807. 32.8 x 22”. (HC) This folding pocket map shows Paris divided
into twelve municipalities (Maires) as reorganized by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1800 following the French Revolution. The original 48 Departments are still numbered.
The plan shows the city’s center in great detail with all major streets and boulevards located and named. Important buildings are shown in plan view and each is
named. The large index locates hundreds of buildings including theatres, hospitals, churches, colleges, etc. The index further names all major streets, keying their
location on the map. Published at Rue Jean de Beauvais no. 32. The municipalities are delineated in original outline color. The folding map has the original stiff red
paper cover attached to one panel, but is missing the front cover. The map has a few small fold intersection splits and very light toning at some edges. Old owner’s
name in brown ink on verso of front segment. (B+)
$375-475
536. Paris, France (Paris Vue prise du Trocadero (Exposition Universelle de 1867)), Lalanne, Paris, 1867. 24.5 x 14.5”. (BW) This stunning bird’s-eye etching of Paris
shows the Exposition Universel in 1867. The view is from the Place Trocadero across the Seine with four of the bridges included. The etching is signed and dated in
the plate on the lower left by Maxime Lalanne who was the author of several important books on the subject of etching and was at the forefront of the French revival
of etching during the 1860’s. He was a founding member of the Societe des Aqua-fortistes along with Auguste Delatre (who printed this etching). Published by Cadart
& Luce and printed on beautiful Hudelist hand laid paper.
Emperor Napoleon III decreed in 1864 that an international exposition would be held in Paris. The site chosen was the Champ de Mars, the military parade ground
of Paris. The 52 acre grounds held over 100 buildings, dominated by the enormous 1600 foot long structure that is visible in the etching. Dedicated to the arts, the
exposition was nevertheless located directly across the river from a smoke belching factory, that is also evident in the view. The image is beautiful with strong, dark
impression with the raised ink evident to the touch. Printed on a full, un-trimmed sheet (31” x 21.5”) of thick hand laid paper with very wide margins and two large
watermarks; one names the papermaker “Hudelist” and the other is the company’s symbol with a crown and “HP” below. A near fine example with just a little foxing
mostly in the heavily engraved portion of the sky. (B+)
$600-800
537. France (Dept. de la Charente), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, [1869]. 16.3 x 11.5”. (HC) A large part of the Charente department falls within the region
of Cognac, home of the world’s most famous brandy. The cities of Jarnac, Segonzac and Cognac form the center of the region. The vineyards along the banks of
the Charente River produce the Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche and Colombard grapes that make up the wine from which cognac is distilled. Only six regions, or crus,
are allowed to produce wines for cognac: Grande Champagne, Petite Champagne, Borderies, Fins Bois, Bons Bois, and Bois Ordinaires. Each cognac house has a
unique process to mix its eaux-de-vie (waters of life), a barrel of which is pictured at bottom right. A terrific map for the person who enjoys cognac. Original color,
as issued, with minor surface soil in the margins. (A)
$100-140
538. France (Dept. de l’Aube), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, [1869]. 17 x 11.5”. (HC) The Aube is the southernmost of the Champagne wine regions. Though
overshadowed by the famous names of Rheims and Epernay to the north, this region of Aube en Champagne is - the locals claim - bubbly’s true home. It was here
that Saint Bernard of Clairvaux first planted the chardonnay and pinot vines more than 700 years ago that are at the heart of the world’s greatest vines. Almost half
of the Aube harvest goes into the bottles bearing the famous labels of Mumm, Piper-Heidsieck and Laurent- Perrier. The vineyards of the Côte des Bar south of the
town of Troyes form a peak, with Bar-sur-Aube at the top and a line along Bar-sur-Seine and les Riceys at the bottom. At bottom left a hunter celebrates his success
with a bottle. A terrific map for the wine connoisseur. Original color, as issued. Minor soil and edge tears, well away from the map. (A)
$100-140
539. France (Dept. du Calvados), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, [1869]. 16.8 x 12.2”. (HC) This map shows the French department of Calvados, part of the
region of Basse-Normandie in Normandy. It takes its name from a cluster of rocks off the English Channel coast that are graphically depicted on the map. It is also
the location of Juno Beach, one of the location for the famous D-Day invasion of WWII. Includes the cities of Bayeux and Caen, and much of Normandy. Surrounded
by beautifully engraved views representing the people and commerce of the area. Original color, as issued, with minor soil in the margins. (A)
$100-140
540. France (Dept. de la Cote d’Or), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, [1869]. 17 x 12.3”. (HC) The Côte d’Or is the heartland of Burgundy, where the region’s
most famous and expensive wines are found. The Côte d’Or itself is split into two parts: the Côte de Nuits situated south of Dijon and the Côte de Beaune in the
vicinity of the town of Beaune. The Côte de Nuits is most famous for its red wines produced from Pinor Noir grapes. The Côte de Beaune is renowned for its white
wines derived from the Chardonnay grape. Small amounts of rose and sparkling wine are also produced. Burgundy is home to some of the most expensive wines in
the world, including those of Domaine de la Romanee-Conti, Domaine Leroy, Henri Jayer, Emmanuel Rouget, Domaine Leflaive and Domaine Armand Rousseau.
This is Levasseur’s most evocative wine region map with scenes of the harvest and grapevines across the top and wine barrels and bottles at bottom. A terrific map
for the wine connoisseur. Original color, as issued, with minor surface soil in the margins. (A) $140-180
541. Spain & Portugal (Regni Hispaniae Postomnium Editiones Locupleissima descriptio), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.3 x 3”. (HC) This
is an attractive miniature version of Ortelius’ important map of the Iberian peninsula. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham
Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593
Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A+)
$120-160
542. Spain (Carpetaniae Partis Descr. 1584 [on sheet with] Vardulorum, sive Guipuscoae Regionis Typus [and] Hanc Insulam Perlustrabat…), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis
Terrarum, Antwerp, 1584. 19 x 15.5”. (HC) Three maps elegantly composed on one folio sheet. The semicircular map of Cadiz is taken from a manuscript map
drawn by George Hoefnagel during his stay from 1563-1567. The Carpetaniae map is very accurate but from an unknown source. The source of the Guipuscae map
is also unknown, but de Jode also published it in 1578. This is a French edition published in 1587. Ref: Van den Broecke #31. There is a small repair made with
tissue in the upper right blank margin away from the image, else fine. (A)
$300-400
543. Andalusia, Spain (Alhama), Braun & Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, [1612]. 17.8 x 13.3”. (HC) This engraving is based on Georg Hoefnagel’s 1564 painting of the Spanish city of Alhama, which is located seven miles from the city of Granada. The Camino de Granada is shown in the forefront of this dramatic rocky
landscape. Alhama, Arabic for hot water, is well known for its thermal springs, which are illustrated at center and were a favorite haunt of the aristocracy. Ref: Fussell, p. 199. Lovely color and impression with some minor creases. There are a couple of minor tears in the top margin, well away from the image and closed with
archival tape. (A)
$400-500
544. Andalusia, Spain (Andaluzia Continens Sevillam et Cordubam), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1645. 19.5 x 14.8”. (HC) Handsome map of the region surrounding Seville
including, Cadiz, Gibraltar and Spain’s popular Costa del Sol. Generously adorned with cartouches, putti, a compass rose, two coats of arms, sailing ships and galleys. The coats of arms pictured are of Seville on the left and Cordoba on the right. Latin text on verso. A very fine example with original color, a crisp impression
and wide original margins. (A+)
$325-400
545. Andalusia, Spain (Andaluziae Descriptio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This tiny map shows Andalusia, Spain, with
castles marking the major cities and major rivers noted. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who
was the publisher of Historiae Universalis Auctorium, which was often bound with the Praecipuarum Universi. Bucelin’s maps are very scarce. Latin text on verso.
Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. Nice impression with some light spots in blank margins. (A)
$100-130
546. Portugal (Portugalliae que olim Lusitania Novissima et Exactissima Descriptio), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.3 x 3.3”. (HC) This is
the miniature version of one of the earliest and most beautiful maps of Portugal. It is oriented with north to the right and adorned with a strapwork title cartouche, a
sailing ship and fully stipple engraved seas. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred
to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of
Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A)
$140-180
547. Portugal (Portugalliae que olim Lusitania, Novissima et Exactissima Descriptio Auctore Vernando Alvaro Secco, et de Integro Emendata, Anno 1600), Hondius,
Amsterdam, ca. 1633. 19.5 x 13.3”. (HC) Baptista van Doetecum engraved this magnificent map of Portugal, one of the few maps he engraved for the Mercator/
Hondius atlas. It is oriented with north to the right and richly adorned with three strapwork cartouches, a compass rose, coat-of-arms, sailing ships and a very devilishlooking sea monster. The map is based on Fernando Alvarez Secco’s map of 1561. German text on verso. A fine sharp impression with wide original margins. There
is a printer’s crease entering the cartouche at lower left that is reinforced in the margin verso with archival tape.. (A)
$475-600
548. Portugal (Regna Portugalliae et Algarbiae, cum Adjacentibus Hispaniae Provinciis…), Lotter, 1762. 19.2 x 22.3”. (HC) This superb map links Portugal with her
colony in South America in a beautiful composition. The map is filled with impressive detail of Portugal with mountains, rivers, cities and villages all carefully
located. However, it is the addition of a large inset of Brazil showing the indigenous people that makes the map outstanding. The exquisite title cartouche fills the
remaining area above the inset showing the Portuguese fleet, demonstrating its importance in the world of seafaring. Very good condition with a small repair on the
right side of the centerfold. (A)
$400-550
549. Central Europe (Palatinat du Rhein, Alsace, et Partie de Souabe de Franconie &c), Sanson, Paris, 1648. 20.2 x 14.5”. (HC) This detailed map of eastern France,
southwestern Germany and northern Switzerland depicts key towns, boundary lines and topographical features. Centered on the southern part of the Rhein River and
the beginning of the Danube River, the map stretches from Frankfurt (Francfort) in the north to Basel in the south. Other key cities shown are Strasbourg, BadenBaden, Stuttgart (Stugart), Ulm, Augsburg. The map also features a decorative cartouche and a distance scale. Engraved by R. Cordier. Original outline color with
minor toning and foxing in margins. (A)
$140-180
550. Central Europe (Theatrum Belli Rhenani), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1716. 19 x 22”. (HC) This detailed regional map of the Rhine and Moselle regions exhibits
the Theatre of War in 1702. The western German cities of Frankfurt, Heidelburg, Munster and Cologne are shown. The map extends to the Belgian coast to include
Antwerp and Brussels, east to the French city of Reims, including Luxembourg and south to Swiss Zurich. The sheet includes two decorative cartouches, one incorporates a battle scene outside the city of Landau; the other with an inset of the Rhine River valley, this one surrounded by personifications of the rivers and wine.
Nice impression with original color. A little unevenness at border. (A)
$200-275
551. Central Europe (Imperium Caroli Magni Occidentis Imperatoris), Zatta, Venice, 1785. 17.3 x 12.8”. (HC) A detailed map of the Empire of Charlemagne covers
Germany, France, Belgium, the Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and Corsica, as well as parts of Britain, Denmark, Spain, etc. Included is an inset map of
Spain’s Balearic Islands of Ibiza, Majorca and Minorca. The map also features a title cartouche in the form of a piece of parchment. Minor toning along centerfold
and two small stains in upper left corner of image. (B+)
$140-180
552. Central Europe ([Lot of 2] Post-und Eisenbahn-Reisekarte von Central Europa [and] Karte des Deutschen Reiches mit den neuen Grenzen, Österreich, Holland,
Belgien, Schweiz, Nord-Italien…), ca. 1860-1874. (PC) These are two very detailed folding pocket maps which cover Central Europe from Eastern Europe to France
and from the North Sea to the Alps. They focus on the growing railway system but also give good detail to the existing road system.
The first map Post-und Eisenbahn-Reisekarte von Central Europa (28” x 40’) is by J. Franz is dated 1874. It is segmented and backed with original linen. The
highly detailed map identifies over 25 countries. It folds into cloth covers embossed with title Franz, Post-Karte in gilt. Yellow double-page publisher’s list of maps
on front pastedown.
The second map is Karte des Deutschen Reiches mit den neuen Grenzen, Osterreich, Holland, Belgien, Schweiz, Nord-Italien und den angrenxenden Landern, circa
1870 33.5” x 27”, Wilhelm Nitzschke, Stuttgart. It uses an extensive legend and color to identify the numerous political areas. Featuring a large title cartouche with
an eagle above, the maps is printed on heavy paper and folds into stiff paper covers with the map’s title cartouche on front. The first has some damp stains and minor
wear else is very good. The second map has some light toning and archival tape at the folds on the verso else is very good. (B+)
$180-220
553. Central Europe, Germany (Germaniae Veteris, Typus), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1647. 18.8 x 14.8”. (HC) This is based on Ortelius’ map of ancient Germany. The
region covered takes in all of central Europe from Belgium and France through Poland, to include northern Italy and Hungary. The map is based on the writing of
classical authors such as Ptolemy, Caesar and Strabo. It was richly engraved by Petrus Kaerius and features three large strapwork cartouches. Latin text on verso.
Strong impression and original color. Old paper repair in bottom margin and small spot of candle wax near the title cartouche. (A)
$220-300
554. Central Europe, Germany (A Correct Map of the South East Part of Germany…), Bowen, Tyndal’s Continuation of Rapin’s History, London, ca. 1747. 16.5 x 13.5”.
(HC) This detailed map is from a set of four maps describing the German Empire. It depicts the Electorate of Bavaria, Archbishopric of Salzburg, Kingdom of
Bohemia and the Queen of Hungary’s hereditary Dominions in the Empire (Austria, Moravia, Styria, Carinthia, Carniola, trent and Tirol). The map includes good
detail of the roads and is embellished with an attractive title cartouche. (A)
$180-220
555. Schwabisch Hall, Germany (Hala, ad Cocharum Flumen in Suevia Opsalis foecunditate, nobile), Braun & Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, ca. 1581. 19.5 x
13”. (HC) This is the earliest know view of the ancient city of Schwabisch Hall, famed for its abundance of salt. The view is looking across the River Kocher to the
city with its surrounding fortifications, ramparts, towers, and protective bridges. The distinctive Romanesque tower of the 15th century St. Michael’s Church is the
most prominent feature, but it also depicts Gallows Hill (Galegenberg) and the hangman’s bridge of Henkersbruck. Well dressed figures in the foreground exhibit the
dress and style of the period. The decorative cartouche in the sky is flaked by coats-of-arms of the city and the German Empire. A large cartouche holds the key to
22 important buildings and places in the city. Ref: Goss (Cities) pp. 174-175. Nice impression and strong original color. On a sheet with full margins, but there is
a small bit of the lower left corner torn away, well away from map image. There is a tiny piece of paper transfer on centerfold at upper border just above cartouche.
(B+)
$600-800
556. Germany (Saxoniae, Misniae, Thuringiae, Nova Exactissimaq Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1588]. 19.6 x 13.4”. (HC) Handsome map
covering Saxony and the surrounding region with great detail. Embellished with a decorative title cartouche, legend in scroll-style cartouche, distance scales and a
decorative border. Filled with place names each symbolized by a tiny castle. Spanish text on verso. Ref: Van den Broecke #93. Original color with faint toning and
professional repairs on minor fold separations. (B+)
$275-350
557. Germany (Saxoniae, Misniae, Thuringiae, Nova Exactissimaq. Descriptio), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.5 x 3.3”. (HC) Miniature
map of the eastern part of Germany bordering Poland and the Czech Republic. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’
folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition.
On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A+)
$110-150
558. Germany (Typus Vindeliciae sive Utriusque Bavariae), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.3 x 3.2”. (HC) Charming miniature map of
the Danube River valley in the state of Bavaria in southern Germany. Munich (Munchen) is located just left of center. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second
pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from
those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A)
$110-150
559. Hesse, Germany (Novam Hanc Territorii Francofurtensis Tabulam…), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 21.7 x 18”. (HC) Widely recognized as one of the Blaeu family’s most ornamental productions, this map is an exquisite example of the art of mapmaking. The map is centered on Frankfurt and the river Main; the heart of the
modern German state of Hesse. The map provides a wealth of information on the countryside including towns, villages, castles, fortifications, bridges, gallows, mills
and inns. Across the top are the allegorical figures of Justice, Wisdom, Harmony, and Peace. Surrounding the map is an incredible border made up of 36 coats of
arms of the local nobility. Beautiful example. Archival tape in top margin on verso. (A)
$1100-1400
560. Germany and Poland (March. Brandenburgici pars, quae Marchia Media vulgo Mittesmarck audit), Blaeu, Atlas Maior, Amsterdam, [1662]. 20.8 x 15.5”. (HC) A
beautiful and decorative map of what was historically part of Prussia, but since 1945 lies partly in Poland and partly in Germany. This portion of Brandenburg covers
the area west of the Oder River. Frankfurt am Oder is at the right, Plawe (Plauen) is near the left border, and Spandow is near the center of the map. It is beautifully
adorned with cartouches at bottom and a blank dedication cartouche at upper right. The title word “March.” is an abbreviation for Marchionatus. Scarce, it was first
issued in Johannes Blaeu’s Atlas Maior in 1662 a short time before the printing house was destroyed by fire. Lovely original color with wide original margins. There
is a short fold separation in the bottom margin, else fine. (A)
$400-500
561. Germany (Landgraviatus Hassiae Inferioris Nova Tabula, in qua Praecique Ditiones Hasso-Casselenses et Comitatus Waldeck…), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, ca.
1715. 23 x 19.3”. (HC) This is a very detailed map of Lower Hessen with its individual duchies and territories showing place names, rivers, woods and mountains.
Cassell (Kassel) is at the center of the map. The upper corners are adorned with a title cartouche and a hunting scene. Original color with a light impression in the
scene at right and faint damp stains in the bottom corners. Split in lower centerfold with paper repair on verso. (B+)
$150-200
562. Mannheim, Germany (A Plan of the City of Manheim), Stockdale, London, 1800. 10 x 6.8”. (HC) A fine bird’s-eye plan of the city of Mannheim illustrating its
location at the confluence of the Rhine River and the Neckar River. The plan provides an excellent view of the unusual, square grid pattern of streets, for which the
city gained its nickname die Quadratestadt (city of the squares). The elaborate city walls and fortifications are also well depicted. A key at left and below the neatline
locates 44 important sites within the city. (A)
$130-170
563. Gdansk, Poland (Prospect, Grundris und Gegend der Polnischen Vesten Reichs und Handels-Stadt Dantzig und ihrem Werder…), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1730.
22.3 x 19”. (HC) A beautiful plan of Dantzig, modern day Gdansk. This view shows detailed streets, buildings and windmills. The bottom section has a wonderful
profile view of the city along with a depiction of the city as a center for trade. Printer’s crease in the middle section of the plan, still overall very good. (A)
$1200-1500
564. Poland (La Slesia Inferiore Divisa Ne’ Suoi Principatie e Delineata), Cassini, Rome, 1797. 18.6 x 13.4”. (HC) A handsome map of Silesia that is part of present-day
Poland. The map is focused on the Oder River and is filled with details of roads, towns and pictorial topography. The interesting title cartouche features a scene of
peasants drinking Schnapps, for which the region was well known. Faint scattered foxing, mostly on verso and in blank margins. (B+)
$230-275
565. Czech Republic (Bohemia), Quad, Geographisch Handtbuch, Cologne, ca. 1600. 10.6 x 7.3”. (HC) This uncommon map is centered on the Vltava (Molda) River
and densely engraved to depict the forested hills and populated valleys of the region. The map was drawn by Johann Bussemacher and engraved by Henricus Nagel.
Blank on verso. Issued folded, now flattened. (A)
$200-250
566. Czech Republic (Bohemia), Mercator/Cloppenburgh, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, [1632]. 10 x 7.3”. (HC) This is a slightly larger version of Mercator’s small map
of Bohemia focused on the Vltava (Molda) River with Prague near the center. It was boldly engraved by Petrus Kaerius with mountains, forests and scores of tiny
villages and is graced with a pair of strapwork cartouches. Latin text on verso. There is a light stain at the bottom right corner reinforced with paper on verso. (A)
$160-200
567. Czech Republic (Marchionatus Moraviae Auct. I. Comenio), Hondius/Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1645. 21.2 x 15”. (HC) This handsome map of the historic Moravia region of the Czech Republic is based on the map by the Moravian bishop, Johann Amos Comenius. It is finely engraved with mountains, forests and even the
smallest villages, and includes the cities of Olomouc (Olmitz), Jihlava (Iglaw), and the region surrounding present day Brno. Decorated with a title cartouche with
cherubs displaying the coat of arms and two other strapwork cartouches for the key and scale. French text on verso. Minor toning with slight fading of the original
color. (B+)
$220-275
568. Switzerland (Tabu. Nova Helvetiae), Ptolemy/Fries, Claudii Ptolemaei Alexandrini Geographicae…, Strassburg, ca. 1522. 16.8 x 13.8”. (HC) This fine woodcut
map is one of the earliest modern maps of Switzerland. It was reduced from Waldseemuller’s 1513 map from the first modern atlas based on contemporary knowledge. The map is oriented with north at the bottom of the sheet. The title is contained in a banner in the top margin. Blank verso. A fine example with wide margins.
(A+)
$1000-1200
569. Switzerland (Das Wiflispurgergou), Mercator/Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1633. 18.5 x 14”. (HC) The southwestern part of Switzerland is the focus of this detailed
map showing Geneva, Lake Geneva, Lake Neuchatel, Lake Biel, Bern, Freiburg, and Lake Thuner. It is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche and a ship sailing
in Lake Geneva. French text on verso. (A)
$325-400
570. Zurich, Switzerland (Zurych - Tigurum, sive Turegum, Caesari, ut Plerique Existimant, Tigurinus Pagus, vulgo Zurych, Urbs in Helvetijs), Braun & Hogenberg,
Civitates Orbis Terrarum, ca. 1581. 19 x 14.5”. (HC) This superb engraving clearly shows the two parts of Zurich, separated by the River Limmat with the edge of
Lake Zurich visible in the lower right-hand corner. The Old Town lies in the foreground centered on the church of St. Peter on the left and the Gothic Fraumunster
(Benedictine nunnery) on the right. Across the river is the Wasserkirch, which is connected to the Old Town by a wide bridge. The Romanesque Grossmunster and
the Predigerkirche dominate the skyline across the river. The title cartouche at left explains that the city, known as Tigurum during the Roman period, is one of the
oldest cities in Switzerland. The plan was engraved from Jost Maurer’ view of 1576. French text on verso. Ref: Fussell pp. 249-51; Goss (Cities) pp. 126-27. Minor
soil in margins with a little creasing. (A)
$1000-1400
571. Basel, Switzerland (Basilea - Basel), Merian, Frankfurt, ca. 1640. 14 x 10.5”. (HC) A detailed bird’s-eye view of the fortified city of Basel, on both sides of the
Rhine, filled with details down to individual streets, buildings, bridges, towers and churches. Two legends locate 42 buildings; one for each bank of the Rhine. A
striking city crest decorates the upper corner, and a simple compass orients north to the lower left. A couple of minor printer’s creases in the lower right, still very
good. (A)
$250-235
572. Austria (Folium LLLX [De Carinthia germanie provincia]), Schonsperger, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1497]. 5.5 x 3.4”. (HC) This is an imaginary woodcut
view of the Germanic province of Carinthia on full sheet (8.4 x 12”) with Latin text. It is from a rare reduced edition of the Nuremberg Chronicle, that is often called
the Mini-Schedel.
Hartmann Schedel’s Nuremberg Chronicle, published in 1493, presented the history of the world in a pictorial encyclopedia. Among the illustrations were views of
towns and cities throughout Europe and the Near East, and an enormous number of other subjects, including diagrams of the Creation, comets, family trees, portraits
& biblical scenes. The folio Chronicle was very expensive and thus Johann Schonsperger, who specialized in reprints, saw the opportunity to publish a smaller and
less costly version. He published German versions in 1496 & 1500 and a Latin version in 1497. These are often referred to as pirated editions because they were
published without the consent of Schedel or the original printer, Anton Koberger. Minor toning, else fine. (A)
$160-200
573. Austria ([Lot of 2] Salisburgensis Dioecesis [and] Austria), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.5”. (HC) Pair of miniature maps from the first
edition of the popular Map-treasury published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes. The first shows the Diocese of Salzburg presented on the sheet within
a scroll framework copied from Ortelius’ map of the region. A unique compass rose orients the map with west at top. The second map covers the heart of Austria
bounded in the north by the Danube and in the south by the Drava rivers. Dutch text on versos. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Some soil and paper repairs in blank
margins. (B+)
$180-230
574. Hungary (Hungaria), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This miniature map of Hungary is roughly centered on Budapest. It was
published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Lightly
soiled with part of the bottom margin replaced. (B+)
$90-120
575. Eastern Europe (Prussia), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This tiny map shows the historical region of Prussia in northeastern Europe
extending from the south-eastern coast of the Baltic Sea to the Masurian Lake District. The region is now divided between Poland, Russia, and Lithuania. The map
was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82.
Minor soil, mostly in blank margins. (B+)
$100-140
576. Eastern Europe, Lithuania (Lithuania Obiter Adumbrata), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This tiny map covers the region
from the Baltic to the Black Sea, with castles marking the major cities and major rivers noted. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed
Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis Auctorium, which was often bound with the Praecipuarum Universi. Bucelin’s
maps are very scarce. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. (A)
$180-220
577. Eastern Europe, Poland (Estats de la Couronne de Pologne), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…, Paris, [1683]. 10.5
x 7.5”. (HC) Detailed map covering the region of present-day Poland, Lithuania, Belarus and Ukraine. Engraved by Anthony d’Winter without the normal borders
that are usually found on maps of this period. Light even toning. (A)
$140-180
578. Eastern Europe (Prussian Dominions), Pinkerton, London, 1810. 27.3 x 19.6”. (HC) Large detailed map of Prussia, present-day Poland and Lithuania. It provides
nice detail of towns, rivers, lakes and the provinces are delineated in different colors. Interestingly, while the name of the kingdom was derived from its Prussian
territory, its base of power was actually in Bradenburg in the far west. Very minor toning in the blank margin, else fine with original color. (A)
$130-160
579. Eastern Europe, Russia ([Lot of 10] Russia in Europe Part I - X), SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, London, 1834-35. 15.5 x 12.3”. (HC)
Complete set of ten maps detailing European Russia. This is perhaps the most comprehensive set of maps of the region published in the early nineteenth century.
The first map in the set also includes Sweden and Norway and Map X is a general index map. The detail on each map is remarkable. Set includes 1) The Northern
Provinces of Sweden and Norway with Part I of Russia; 2) Russia in Europe Part II; 3) Russia in Europe Part III; 4) Russia in Europe Part IV; 5) Russia in Europe
Part V; 6) Russia in Europe Part VI; 7) Russia in Europe Part VII; 8) Russia in Europe Part VIII with Small Index Map shows the extent of Poland before the partition Treaty of 1772; 9) Russia in Europe part IX and Georgia; 10) Russia in Europe Part X. Each with original outline color and very nice impressions. A little light
marginal age toning, map images mostly fine. (A)
$250-350
580. Eastern Europe, Poland (Preussen, Posen, Russisch-Polen), Flemming, ca. 1847. 12.4 x 13.3”. (HC) Map showing the divisions of current-day Poland including
Prussia, Posonia and Russian-Poland which were controlled by Austria, Germany and Russia respectively. This view is after the third and final partition which occurred in 1795 at which point Poland ceased to exist until it was re-established in 1918. Minor toning in the margin. (A)
$80-110
581. Russia, Novaya Zemlya ([Lot of 2] Nova Zemla [and] I. Ordinum Vulgo Staten Eyland [on verso] I. Mauritius), Blaeu, Atlas Maior, Amsterdam, [1672]. 19.5 x
15”. (HC) These scarce maps of Novaya Zemlya were only published in Blaeu’s Atlas Maior. They were drawn from Linschoten and Barents’ description of their
explorations of the Arctic Sea (1594-97) in search of a Northeast Passage to Asia. The map of Nova Zemla (19.5 x 15”) shows the Russian coastline and the western
coastline of Novaya Zemlya. Barents’ stranded ship and winter camp of 1596 are depicted at the north end of the island. On the verso is a beautiful illustration of
walruses (8.2 x 7.2”). The accompanying leaf contains a small map (9.6 x 6..6”) of Vaygach Island (Staten Eyland) and the Yugorsky Strait. It is decorated by a small
scene of a polar bear attacking two explorers. On the verso is a map (9.7 x 6.5”) of the island of Mauritius; an island we can’t identify, but the text identifies as being
near Vaygach. The locations of several crosses with runic characters are noted, along with an illustration of one of the crosses. These are from the Spanish edition of
1672, the final work of the famous Blaeu publishing house that was destroyed by fire at the time this edition was being published. Superb original color, heightened
with small areas of gold leaf, with some offsetting. The bottom centerfold is separated into the border of the folio map. (B)
$600-700
582. European Russia (Russie Blanche ou Moscovie), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…, Paris, [1683]. 9.3 x 7.3”.
(HC) Attractive copper engraved map of European Russia showing its political divisions, major topographical features, cities and towns. It is embellished with a
strapwork title cartouche and was engraved by A. d’Winter. Light even toning. (A+)
$140-180
583. Russian Empire (Carte Generale de l’Empire de Russie), Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1748. 19 x 19.4”. (HC) This map is the European sheet of a two sheet
set of the Russian Empire. The map is dedicated to Peter the Great, but more importantly to Elizabeth Petrovna. She was Peter’s second oldest-daughter and Empress
who was given primary credit for making the map possible. The bottom cartouche is shown in both French and Latin. There is also a detailed title cartouche in the
upper-left with various coats of arms of the Russian empire. Original color. Fold reinforced on verso with tissue. (A)
$300-375
584. Russian Empire ([Lot of 2] Partie Occidentale... [and] Partie Orientale de l’Empire de Russie, Extrait de l’Atlas Russien et d’autres Cartes), Bonne/Lattre, Paris,
1771. 12.5 x 17”. (HC) Matched pair of maps that show European and Asian Russia with each displaying a lovely cartouche that fills the polar north. The map was
published during the era of Catherine the Great, who had a direct role in establishing Russia as one of the great European powers. If joined the map will measure 17”
x 25”. A few tiny wormholes, else fine. (A)
$240-300
585. Russian Empire ([Lot of 3] Carte de la Russie occidentale [and] Carte Generale de la Russie d’Europe du Royaume De Pologne [and] Carte de la Russie d’Asie),
Brue, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1837-38. 14.5 x 20.5”. (HC) These three matching maps of the Russian Empire are beautifully and finely engraved with great detail.
Each is surrounded with a decorative keyboard-style board, embellished with fancy title lettering and flourishers, and Brue’s blind stamped imprint.
A. Carte de la Russie Occidentale et du Royme. de Pologne, 1837, 14.7” x 20.2”. This map focuses on the heart of European Russia and includes tremendous detail.
It shows all of Poland and extends east to the Black Sea to show all of the Crimea, and north to above St. Petersburg. Some minor damp stains in margins. (A)
B. Carte Generale de la Russie d’Europe du Royaume de Pologne, 1838, 14.3” x 21”. This map covers the region from Poland and the Baltic nations to the Caspian
and south to Turkey (Empire Ottoman). (A)
C. Carte de la Russie d’Asie, 1838, 20.3” x 14.5”. This map shows Russia in Asia from the Ural Mountains to Berings Strait. It includes the northern islands of Japan,
the Kuril Islands and Kamchatka. There is some soil on the centerfold and a small piece of paper stuck to the surface just below the distance scales. (B+) All have
original outline coloring on full sheets with wide, original margins.
$350-450
586. Moscow, Russia (Moscauw), Braun & Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, ca. 1575. 19.3 x 13.8”. (HC) This elevated view of the old city of Moscow, drawn
by Sigismund von Herberstein in 1547, depicts the city prior to the great fire that destroyed much of the city in that year. It depicts the city with starkly identical
wooden houses, both within the city walls and in the trader’s quarter across the Neglinnaya River that forms a partial moat around the city. In the heart of the city
is the Kremlin, labeled Arx, which was constructed between the years 1485 and 1530, and several Orthodox Russian churches. There are a number of horse-drawn
sleighs and people on skies that, while inconsistent with the various vegetation shown in the scene, are meant to represent major modes of transportation used in the
city. In the foreground there are Russian soldiers (Moscovites) that represent the growing military power of Moscow under Ivan IV Vasilyevich (Ivan the Terrible).
Ref: Fussel, pp. 179-181; Goss (Cities) pp.76-77. A nice example with a couple edge tears in blank margins and a couple of printer’s creases in the image, one of
which is reinforced with tissue on verso. (B+)
$2400-3000
587. Moscow, Russia (Moscva), Merian, Neuwe Archontologia cosmica, Frankfurt, ca. 1650. 13.9 x 10.8”. (HC) Great bird’s-eye plan displaying Moscow situated at
the junction of the Moskva and Neglinnaya Rivers, which form a moat protecting all but the northeast flank of the Kremlin. The map shows the Kremlin and old
city, Kitay-gorod, at center. These are surrounded by successive rings of fortifications in an elegant and superbly well-protected metropolis. The plan is ornamented
with a coat of arms, simple compass rose and a key to the numbered features, quarters and buildings contained in a monument-style cartouche. Bit of minor toning
in margins, else fine. (A)
$1100-1400
588. St. Petersburg, Russia ([General Plan of the Capital City - St. Petersburg]), 1857. 32.2 x 25.2”. (PC) A superb folding plan of the city that was published in St.
Petersburg by V. Beketov and titled in Cyrillic. The plan shows the numerous districts with a color code in the bottom margin. The plan is accompanied by an
extensive index sheet, also in Cyrillic. The extensive detail shows the Peter and Paul Cathedral at the city center, fortresses, palaces, gardens, shipyards, canals, and
government buildings. Dissected, linen backed, and folded into the original marbled-paper covers and slipcase. Exceptional condition with very minor shelf wear
on case. (A+)
$2000-2400
589. Ukraine (Taurica Chersonesus Nostra aetate Przecopsca et Gazara dicitur), Mercator, Amsterdam, ca. 1595. 15.6 x 12.2”. (HC) Mercator’s fine map of the region
north of the Black sea encompasses the Crimea and the southern steppes of Ukraine. This map served as the basis of most other cartographer’s depictions of the region
throughout the seventeenth century. Latin text on verso. Ref: Vavrichin et al, p. 140-41. Strong original color, wide original margins with a small crack in Asia pars
(lower left-hand corner). (B+)
$425-500
590. Romania (Trassilvania), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This little map is centered on Michelsberg (Cisnadioara) in the historical
region of Transylvania in central Romania. It was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text
on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Some soil and minor repairs in blank margins. (B+)
$90-120
591. Southeastern Europe (Royaume de Hongrie, Principaute de Transilvanie, Sclavonie, Croatie, et partie de la Principaute de Valaquie, de la Bulgarie &c.), Robert de
Vaugondy/Santini, Atlas Universel, ca. 1784. 21.4 x 18.6”. (HC) This is an Italian edition of Robert de Vaugondy’s detailed map covering primarily Hungary and
Romania with parts of Croatia, Bosnia, Serbia and Bulgaria. Scores of towns and villages are located with good topographical detail as well. The Chemin de l’Empereur
Trajan, Emperor Trajan’s route along the Danube, is shown in Romania and Fort Romain is just east of Belgrade. The title cartouche is decorated with implements
of war. Published by Remondini. Ref: cf Pedley #288. There is a faint damp stain in the upper corners of the very wide original margins. (A)
$250-325
592. Balkans ([Tabula IX Europae]), Ptolemy/Fries, [1535]. 19.3 x 11.8”. (BW) This is a Ptolemaic map covering the Balkans from the Adriatic to the Black Sea. There
are elaborate architectural illustrations on verso completed by Hans Holbein and Graf of Basel. Published by Fries in 1535. Well preserved map. There are some
old brown ink notations in the map that have been partially covered but are still visible. (B)
$400-475
593. Balkans (Romaniae, (quae olim Thracia Dicta) Vicinorumq Regionum, uti Bulgariae, Walachiae, Syrfiae, etc. Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp,
1584. 19.8 x 14.4”. (HC) This is a stunning map of the classical region of Thrace, covering most of present-day Bulgaria and Romania. It encompasses the southern
Balkans from the Sea of Marmara to the Bosphorus, along the western shore of the Black Sea to the mouth of the Danube River. Ortelius based the map in part on
the work of Jacob Gastaldi. It is beautifully decorated with an elaborate title cartouche, several ships and a particularly fanciful sea monster. French text on verso
and the page number 102, indicating it was published in the 1598 edition of the Theatrum.. Ref: Van den Broecke #159. Minor offsetting and color bleed through on
verso, else fine. (A)
$400-500
594. Balkans (Illyricum), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 4”. (HC) Miniature map of northeastern section of the Balkans - present day Slovenia and
Croatia. It was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.
80-82. There faint discoloration in the upper right corner, still overall very good. (A)
$110-140
595. Balkans (La Partie Septentrionale de la Turquie en l’Europe Avec les trois Principautes Electiues de Transylvanie, Moldavie et Valachie…), La Rue, Paris, 1651.
20.8 x 14.8”. (HC) This uncommon map covers the region of today’s Macedonia, Romania, Bulgaria, Croatia and Hungary. Extending north into Poland and Russie
Noire and east to show Constantinople, it locates and names scores of villages and cities. The map was engraved by Jean Sommer and published by Pierre Mariette.
There are a couple tiny edge tears, well away from the map, else fine. (A)
$200-250
596. Croatia, Balkans (Sara et Zebenic), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 4.8 x 3.5”. (HC) This tiny map covers the Dalmatian coastline with emphasis
on the large fortifications at Zara (Zadar) and Sebnico (Sibenik), which during this period was a prosperous region of the Venetian Republic. It was published by
Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. (A)
$110-150
597. Croatia, Balkans (Parens in orient), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, [1638]. 6 x 4”. (HC) This uncommon miniature engraving is based on Braun & Hogenberg’s
small view of Porec in Istria. It is shown as a well-fortified town with the Benedictine monastery on St. Nicololas’ Island in the foreground. Meisner’s view includes
a lion attacking a goat in the foreground representing Venetian domination over Istria with a Latin phrase advising patience in the face of oppression.
of Sciographia Cosmica published by Paulus Furst between 1637-78. The plates for these editions were renumbered alphanumerically in the upper right corners A-H (identifying the 8 parts) and 1-100 (plate number). They were finally issued in 1700 and 1704 in Rudolf J. Helmer’s Politica-politica. Overall fine with a couple
insignificant spots in the margin. (A+)
$140-180
598. Greece (Opakh - Thraciae Veteris Typus), Jansson, Antwerp, ca. 1640. 18.8 x 14”. (HC) A dramatic map of ancient Thrace based on Ortelius’ map of southeast
Europe, derived from Gastaldi’s 1560 map and information from numerous ancient sources. A portion of the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara, and Thrakikon Pelagos
are shown. Three decorative strapwork cartouches make this a handsome map. Engraved by Petrus Kaerius. Sharp impression and wide original margins. There is
minor toning along fold and a repaired fold separation in the top blank margin. (B+)
$400-500
599. Greece (Graecia olim Hellas nunc Romechi, Turcis Romechi), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.8”. (HC) This tiny map of Greece
is very scarce. The map is oriented with north to the right and only the major cities and towns are located. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he
attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Bucelin’s Historiae Universalis Auctarium. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.
126-127. (A+)
$150-200
600. Chios, Greece (Scio), Bruyn, Reizen van Cornelis de Bruyn, door de Vermaardtse Deelen van Klein Asie…, ca. 1698. 50 x 11.5”. (HC) Superb panoramic view of
Chios viewed across the city to the Turkish mainland in the background. Cornelius van Bruyn (1652-1726) was a painter who traveled through the Holy Land and other
portions of Asia. De Bruyn had to disguise his activities because this was a repressive period during the Ottoman rule when foreigners were regarded with suspicion
and the making of “graven images” was prohibited. De Bruyn avoided detection by pretending to be picnicking with two Franciscan monks who stood guard while
he made his drawings. His works are particularly historically valuable because of their accuracy. Printed on two joined sheets as issued. A very fine example with
some minor expert repairs on folds. (A+)
$275-350
601. Italy ([Folio XLV - Pisa]), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 9 x 14.5”. (HC) The verso of this great leaf contains a large (8.8 x 7.8”) view labeled
Pisa. This is one of the fanciful views that were repeated throughout the Chronicle; it was also used to portray Toulouse, Tivoli, Tiburtina, Troy and Ravenna. The
recto contains the history of the Italian royalty. (A+)
$275-350
602. Sicily, Italy ([Sicilia]), Stumpf, Schweytzer Chronick, Zurich, ca. 1548. 3 x 4.8”. (HC) This rare woodblock map from Stumpf’s Chronicle was made using the
same woodblock as Honter’s Cosmographia (1546). It is believed that Stumpf’s Chronicle was such an excellent example of bookmaking that it incited Munster to
make significant improvements to his second edition of Cosmographia. This map shows key towns and rivers in Sicily as well as the southern tip of Italy. The map
is designed with North in the upper-left corner. German text to the left of map and on verso. On a trimmed sheet of German text (8 x 5.5”) with some stains. Hinge
tape on verso. (B)
$140-180
603. Italy ([Map of The Grotto of the Cumaean Sibyl and Lake Agnano]), Braun & Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, Cologne, ca. 1581. 18.3 x 12.7”. (HC) This
is a very unusual and interesting sheet, consisting of two views, one atop the other, and each surrounded in an elaborate strapwork framework which includes Latin
text. Both are drawn by Georg Hoefnagel.
The top one is a view of Lake Averno from the east, showing the entrance to the Grotto of the Cumaean Sibyl (marked as “A”), and the temple of Apollo (marked as
“B”). At center, Hoefnagel and Ortelius discuss the ancient context to the name of the lake, which means “birdless” in Greek. Yet Hoefnagel points out the ducks
swimming in the lake, thereby disputing the claim that the lake was the entrance to the Underworld, as previously believed.
The bottom view is of the volcanic Lake Agnano. The cartouche at right is translated as: “A true delineation of Lake Agnano and the deadly cave, which is neither
spacious nor does it penetrate deeply into the mountain, but slopes gently towards the north. If any living creature enters it or is sent in, it will die at once; but if it is
immediately pulled out and thrown into the aforementioned lake, it will slowly recover and come to life again. This is often tried out with dogs.” Along Lake Agnano
is the Grotta del Cane (Dog’s Cave, marked “B”), which received its name due to the gases that rise approximately 45 cm from the floor, such that any dog who
entered would be rendered unconscious. The structure to the far right of the lake (marked “C”) is the Stufe di San Germano, where the hot sulphur gases are stored
for medicinal purposes. Ref: Fussel pp. 265-67. Minor toning along centerfold and a tiny hole in lower image near running dog (B+)
$550-700
604. Italy (Larius Lacus), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 5 x 3.8”. (HC) This miniature map depicts Lake Como with north oriented to the right. It was
published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes in the first edition of the popular Map-treasury. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 80-82. Light
soil and some paper restoration in the blank margins. (B+)
$110-150
605. Italy (Perusia), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 4.8 x 3.4”. (HC) Miniature map of the ancient Etrurian region of Perusia (modern day Perugia). It
was engraved by Petrus Kaerius for the Map-treasury, which was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.)
p. 80-82. Dark impression with light soil in the margins. (A)
$110-160
606. Italy (Veronensis Ager), Langenes, Caert-Thresoor, Amsterdam, [1598]. 4.8 x 3.4”. (HC) This little map focuses on the region surrounding Verona with east oriented
at top. It was engraved by Petrus Kaerius for the Map-treasury, which was published by Cornelius Claesz and printed by Langenes. Dutch text on verso. Ref: King
(2nd ed.) p. 80-82. The impression is slightly uneven and there are some minor soil and repairs in the blank margins. (B+)
$110-160
607. Italy (Latium nunc Campagna di Roma), Mercator, ca. 1620. 18.7 x 14.5”. (HC) Lovely map of Lazio on Italy’s central-west coast with the city of Rome shown near
a depiction of Roman ruins. It extends to include Lake Bracciano and continues down the coast to Gaeta. Adorned with topographical details, including remnants of
Roman aqueducts, and two cartouches, one of which incorporates a distance scale. French text on verso. A bit of minor foxing confined to the margins. Also some
minor soft creasing on the centerfold. (B+)
$300-400
608. Italy (Castilionis Oppidum), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640-1680. 23.8 x 27”. (HC) This perspective view of Castiglione Torinese, a commune (municipality) in
the Province of Turin in the Italian region Piedmont, shows the vineyards and orchards surrounding a castle. The castle is located on the river Po, on which several
small fishing boats and even a paddle boat can be seen. The map also features the coat of arms of Castiglione Torinese. Has professionally repaired tears in the blank
margins, with adhesive residue on verso. (B+)
$700-850
609. Valenza, Italy (Carte du Gouvernement de Valence), Beaulieu, ca. 1690. 21 x 18”. (HC) Sebastian de Pontault Beaulieu was a French military engineer who is best
known for his battle plans. This superb plan shows siege of Valenza in 1656. After 70 days, the city fell to French, Savoyard and Modenese troops. The French cavalry
is graphically shown in the foreground of the map. An inset below the title cartouche includes a regional map showing Valenza, Alessandria and Cassale Monferrato.
The map is richly decorated with cartouches, a compass rose, weaponry, a boldly engraved border. A few tiny tears in the blank margins, else fine. Linen hinge along
centerfold on verso. (A)
$750-900
610. Italy (Status et Ducatus Mediolanensis et Parmensis; quin etiam Veneti Dominii ac Ducatus Mantuani…), Allard, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 23.3 x 19.6”. (HC) This
detailed map of northwestern Italy is centered on Milan, and extends from the Lake Districts and the Coast of Liguria to Mantua and Modean. The map features two
decorative cartouches. The title cartouche includes a cherub with symbols of the Holy Roman Empire, an urn spilling its contents representing the great rivers of the
region, and beehives symbolizing both wisdom and one of the major industries of the region. The legend cartouche includes the coat of arms of the Duchy of Milan.
Stunning original color with a clean 1” tear into image in upper right-hand side. (B)
$475-600
611. Italy (Nieuwe Kaart van Italie na de Nieuwste waarnemingen van de L’Isle en andere), Tirion, ca. 1734. 15.2 x 13”. (HC) Handsome and detailed map showing
Italy as well as Corsica, Sardinia, Minorca, Croatia, Albania, Dalmatia and a bit of Provence as well as the northern coast of Africa. The map is centered on a simple
compass rose. Issued folded, now flattened. Binding trim at right has been professionally extended. There are a couple minor stains in the top margin. (A) $ 2 0 0 275
612. Rome, Italy (Roma), Merian, Frankfurt, ca. 1642. 27.8 x 12”. (HC) Merian’s panoramic view of Rome is a reduction of Antonio Tempesta’s monumental map of
1593. Oriented with north to the left, it shows the city at the height of the Italian Renaissance. The projection provides a particularly graphic view of many of the
important buildings, churches and monuments, including many that have subsequently been demolished. Printed on two joined sheets, as issued. Short fold separations in blank margins have been expertly repaired. (A)
$2000-2500
613. Rome, Italy (Roma), Probst, ca. 1760. 42 x 13”. (HC) This stunning, panoramic view of Rome was engraved after the view drawn by Friedrich Bernhard Werner,
who made a series of views of European cities in this large-scale format. It shows the city from a slight elevation with fertile farmland in the foreground. A numbered
key at the bottom of the map identifies important sites and buildings. Faint soil in margins. (A)
$3500-4500
614. Rome, Italy (Gezigt te Rome langs den Tyber op de S. Pieters Kerk, het Vatikaan, de Brug en t Kasteel van S. Angelo), Tirion, 1761. 7 x 7”. (HC) A lovely view
of a portion of Rome from the Tiber River, showing the Castel Sant’ Angelo Bridge, with St. Peter’s Basilica in the background. Sharp impression with a minor fold
separation in the bottom blank margin. With folds, as issued. (A)
$110-150
615. Rome, Italy (Veduta dell’ insigne Basilica Vaticana coll’ ampio Portico, e Piazza adjacente), Piranesi, Rome, ca. 1835. 28.2 x 19”. (BW) This is one of Piranesi’s
most famous views of St. Peter’s Basilica. It is a superbly rendered bird’s-eye view of the Basilica and the enormous piazza and colonnades that stretch out before it.
A legend at bottom identifies the Papal Palace, the galleries containing the paintings of Raphael, the city walls of Rome, the passage between the Vatican and Castel
S. Angelo, and the Palace of the Holy Inquisition. Piranesi’s imprint is at bottom right. Piranesi was one of the most influential artists in the development of the
neoclassical style of the late 18th century. His Views of Rome (Vedute di Roma) is his most celebrated work. Following Piranesi’s death in 1778, his heirs continued
to publish his works, first from Rome and then from Paris, reissuing his etchings until 1839. This is the third state, published in Paris by Firmin-Didot. Ref: Hind,
Giovanni Battista Piranesi, #120-III. A fine impression with wide original margins. (A+)
$3000-4000
616. Mediterranean (Nouvelle Carte des Conciles Generaux et Particuliers qui se sont Tenus en Europe…), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 21.7 x
13.4”. (HC) This fine map of the Mediterranean Sea, showing most of Europe, North Africa, Turkey and the Near East, was designed to show the primary cities that
were seats of government and learning in the early 18th century. A detailed index and historical remarks are at base of map. Binding trim at left replaced. Issued
folded. (A)
$275-325
617. Gibraltar (Nieuwe en Seer nette Caart van de Baay en Stadt Gibraltar, Geteekent door den Wel Ede: Hr: H. Leysnslager…), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1735. 23.5
x 19.8”. (HC) This rare Dutch sea chart of the bay of Gibraltar is from a contemporary survey by Captain Hendrik Lynslager who spent much of his career in the
western Mediterranean. The chart is oriented with north to the left with a large compass rose and includes a key to eleven points of interest. It provides a detailed
profile of Gibraltar and the bay including anchorages, soundings, shoals, and sand bars. Narrow, but adequate margins with some soil and extraneous creasing along
centerfold where there are a couple of minor repairs. (B+)
$500-650
618. Gibraltar (A New and Exact Plan of Gibraltar &c.), Moll, London, ca. 1740. 23.8 x 9”. (HC) This is an attractive and very detailed map of the stronghold of Gibraltar. It shows the well-fortified peninsula with all buildings, barracks, roads and batteries noted. The map is dedicated to the Earl of Portmore who was Governor of
Gibraltar between 1713 to 1720, shortly after Spain ceded Gibraltar to Great Britain in the Treaty of Utrecht. Some minor extraneous creases, else very good. (A)
$250-350
619. Malta (Malta olim Melita Insula), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This tiny map is a scarce derivative of the miniature
version of Ortelius’ map of Malta. The Apostle Paul’s ship wreck is depicted off the northern coastline. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he
attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Bucelin’s Historiae Universalis Auctarium. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.
126-127. (A)
$150-200
620. Malta (Insula Malta Accuratissime Delineata, Urbibus et Fortalitiis), Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 21.4 x 17.5”. (HC) This superb map shows the strategic location of
Malta between Sicily and the northern coast of Africa where the fortified cities of Tunis and Tripoli are highlighted. A large inset shows the extensive fortifications
of Valleta that were built by the famous Knights of Malta after the Siege of Malta. Three sea battles are depicted in the sea and a key identifies the important sites.
The title cartouche is festooned with implements of war and a beautiful, picture-frame style border encloses the map. There is faint toning along the centerfold and
some soil in the blank margins. (B+)
$2200-2500
621. Malta (Nieuwe Kaart van’t Eiland Maltha met Gozo en Comino…), Tirion, Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas, Amsterdam, 1761. 18.1 x 11.1”. (HC) Handsome,
large map of the Maltese Islands with superb detail of the topography, roads, villages and fortifications. The important forts, harbors and Valetta are particularly well
illustrated with a key locating important sites. A nice compass rose orients north in the lower right corner. Tiny paper flaw in the image, else fine. (A) $700-800
622. Crete (Candia olim Creta), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.8”. (HC) This tiny map of Crete is very scarce. It depicts the mythological Labyrinth where the Minotaur was confined and is decorated with tiny ships in the sea. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed
Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Bucelin’s Historiae Universalis Auctarium. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127.
(A+)
$130-160
623. Crete (Candia olim Creta), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1660. 20.8 x 15”. (HC) This wonderful map of the island is geographically identical to that of Joan Blaeu’s map.
However, Jansson has changed the cartouche configuration at top and added decorative features including figures flanking both the title and distance scale cartouches
and ships sailing the seas. Crete was strategically important in the Eastern Mediterranean as it controlled the maritime routes and access to the Adriatic Sea. It is also
the birthplace of Zeus, father of the gods in Greek mythology, and the site of many legends. The mythological Labyrinth where the Minotaur was confined is located
near the center of the map. Latin text on verso. (A)
$500-700
624. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Turcici Imperii Descriptio), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.1 x 3.3”. (HC) The delightful
miniature map covers the Turkish Empire extending from the Eastern Mediterranean through the Caspian Sea. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket
atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of
Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A+)
$140-180
625. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East ([Map of the Eastern Mediterranean and Middle East]), Sanudo/Vesconte, Liber Secretorum Fidelium Crucis, [1611]. 12.5
x 10.2”. (BW) Oriented with north to the left, this scarce map of the Eastern Mediterranean region extends throughout the Middle East and Egypt. Cyprus and the
Levantine coasts are clearly detailed with particular attention to the Crusader fortresses. Mecca (Mecha) is shown on a distorted Arabian Peninsula.
Marino Sanudo was a Venetian statesman and geographer in the 14th century. He is best known for his life-long attempts to revive the Crusades. His great work the
Secreta (or Liber Secretorum Fidelium Crucis) was written in manuscript and presented to popes and kings in an attempt to persuade them to launch another series
of crusades. Through its accompanying maps and plans, which were the work of the great sea-chart maker Petrus Vesconte, it occupies an important place in the
development of cartography. The Secreta was only printed once and published with Bongars Gesta Dei per Francos, by Wechelius in 1611. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara (Nordenskiold III) #346-II-3. Minor paper defect and a short tear in blank margins, else fine. (A) $900-1100
626. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Turcici Imperii Imago), Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1633. 19 x 14.5”. (HC) A portrait of Sultan Mehmed II, who conquered
Constantinople and brought an end to the Byzantine Empire, tops the title cartouche for this handsome map of the Ottoman Empire. The map includes from the Balkan
peninsula through the Caspian Sea in the north and from Northern Africa through the Arabian peninsula in the south. Latin text on verso. Ref: Tibbetts #62. Light
toning along centerfold, else very good. (B+)
$800-1000
627. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Turcicum Imperium), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635-45. 20.5 x 16.2”. (HC) This is a very handsome map covering the Turkish
Empire at the height of its power. The region it covers is from the Balkans to Persia and from Northern Africa through the Arabian Peninsula. It is embellished with
a fine cartouche showing the Turkish Sultan on his throne and allegorical figures at either side brandishing weapons. A second cartouche contains the coat of arms
and dedication to David de Wilhem, a Dutch patrician who traveled in Egypt, Palestine and Syria in the 1620s. Sailing ships can be seen in the Mediterranean and
Arabian Seas. Latin text on verso. Excellent condition with mild surface soil in blank margins. (A+)
$850-1100
628. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Geographische Beschryvinghe van de Wandeling der Apostelen ende De Reysen Pauli…), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1657.
19 x 12.5”. (BW) This colorful map portrays the Eastern Mediterranean from Rome, through Asia Minor and the Holy Land, to Babylon. Territorial divisions reflect
the political conditions of the first century A.D. The route of Apostle Paul is charted from Jerusalem to Rome. The decorative panels at top and bottom are taken
from the elder Visscher’s similar map. They show the major events of Paul’s journey; each vignette being a composite of two or three episodes. The one at the left
of the cartouche shows Paul blinded on the road to Damascus, his baptism by Ananias, and finally his daring escape from the city. Other scenes depict the young
Paul before his conversion, healing the paralytic, his ship wreck at Malta, and his appearance before Nero. Engraved by A. vanden Broeck, first state. Dutch text on
verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #123. Nice impression with folds and margins reinforced with Japanese tissue on verso. Narrow but adequate top margin. (A)
$275-350
629. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Turci Impery Adumbratio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) The tiny map is a
very scarce derivative of Ortelius’ miniature map of the Turkish Empire. It covers southern Italy, the Balkan Peninsula to the Caucasus and from Tripoli in Northern
Africa to Persia. Major cities are located, else there is not much detail. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann
Praetorius who was the publisher of Bucelin’s Historiae Universalis Auctarium. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. (A)
$110-150
630. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Iesu Christi Salvatoris Nostri et Apostolorum Petri, et Pauli Mansiones, Itinera Peregrinationes &c.…), Sanson, Paris, 1693.
22.3 x 14.8”. (HC) This fascinating map details the travels of St. Peter & St. Paul throughout the Eastern Mediterranean, and includes place names from the New
Testament. Two large and detailed insets, a bird’s-eye view of Jerusalem (Hierusalem Occidens) and another of the Israeli tribal areas (In hac Iudaa tabula Iesu Christi
Salvatris...). Decorative cartouche with Jesus carrying the cross with St. Peter and St. Paul at the sides. Ref: Laor #697. Watermarked paper with original color. Two
tiny holes in blank areas of map image expertly repaired, and short centerfold separations also expertly repaired. Small spot of candle wax in upper right portion of
image. (B+)
$180-220
631. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (De Beschryving van de Reysen Pauli, en van de Andere Apostelen…), Avelen, Leiden, ca. 1700. 18.1 x 14”. (HC) This
beautiful map of the eastern Mediterranean region details the travels of Apostle Paul. It is richly decorated with scenes from St. Paul’s travels in vignettes along the
top and bottom and numerous sailing ships and a compass rose in the sea. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #153. Good margins all around with
some minor repairs in the upper right corner. Minor tear in the bottom margin well away from the image. (B+)
$300-375
632. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Retraite des Dix Mille Tabula Conspectum Exhibens Regionum Omnium quas Cyrus Junior…), Delisle, Paris, 1723. 22.5
x 17.5”. (HC) Map of the Eastern Mediterranean. It covers the area from Greece and Cyprus to Armenia and the Caspian Sea. There is nice detail of the coastline,
mountains, and place names. There are three different distance scales. Tiny hole in the lower left portion of the image, else fine. (A)
$250-325
633. Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Alexandri Magni Imperium et Expeditio…), Delisle, Atlas Geographique et Universel…, Paris, 1731. 32.3 x 18”. (HC)
Large map featuring the extent of Alexander the Great’s conquests between his homeland in Macedonia through the Persian Empire and northern Africa. Two sheets,
joined as issued. Small stain on the lower portion of the centerfold. (B+)
$200-250
Asia, Middle East, Holy Land
634. Syria (Civitas Acon sive ptolomayda), Sanudo/Vesconte, Liber Secretorum Fidelium Crucis, Hanover, [1611]. 7.5 x 5.5”. (BW) Scarce little map based on the
fourteenth century manuscript of Pietro Vesconte compiled by Sanudo. This is the most complete representation known of the great crusading fortress on the eve of
its destruction, with the quarters of all its defenders (Templars, etc.) shown. Marino Sanudo was a Venetian statesman and geographer in the 14th century. He is best
known for his life-long attempts to revive the Crusades. His great work, the Secreta (or Liber Secretorum Fidelium Crucis), was written in manuscript and presented
to popes and kings in an attempt to persuade them to launch another series of crusades. Through its accompanying maps and plans, which were the work of the great
sea-chart maker Petrus Vesconte, it occupies an important place in the development of cartography. The Secreta was only printed once and published with Bongars
Gesta Dei per Francos, by Wechelius in 1611. Ref: Laor #1146; Mickwitz & Miekkavaara (Nordenskiold III) #346-II-5; cf Nebenzahl (HL) fig. 9. Some roughness
along binding side margin, not near the map. (A+)
$275-350
635. Middle East (De Gelegentheyt van ‘t Paradys ende ‘t Landt Canaan, Mitsgaders de Eerst Bewoonde Landen der Patriarchen…), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1650.
18.8 x 12.5”. (BW) A lovely, decorative Dutch Bible map covers the region between the Mediterranean and the Persian Gulf, featuring the Garden of Eden prominently located on the eastern bank of the Euphrates River. The strapwork title cartouche is flanked by scenes of Eve offering Adam the apple and the expulsion from
paradise. In the sea beneath Cyprus is a scene of Jonah and the whale. The distance scale features Visscher’s signature vignette of himself as a fisherman. This map
is based on the elder Visscher map of 1642, slightly larger and more decorative. Both father and son used the fisherman as a signature on their maps but the image
is slightly different with Nicolas’ being an image of a young man. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Laor #794; Poortman & Augusteijn #120. Nice impression with some
minor professional repairs on the folds on verso. Narrow but adequate top margin. (B+)
$250-325
636. Middle East ([Lot of 23 - Engravings]), Bruyn, Reizen door de vermaardste Deelen van Klein Asia, ca. 1698. (BW) Cornelis van Bruyn (1652-1726) was a painter
who traveled through the Holy Land and other portions of Asia. De Bruyn had to disguise his activities because this was a repressive period during the Ottoman rule
when foreigners were regarded with suspicion and the making of “graven images” was prohibited. De Bruyn avoided detection by pretending to be picnicking with
two Franciscan monks who stood guard while he made his drawings. His works are particularly historically valuable because of their accuracy. The group includes
views of villages, the people, architecture and numerous ruins in the region. Engraving sizes vary; sheets measures 8.3 x 13.2”. Some mild toning and a few pots or
holes in margins. One sheet with some mildew damage. (B+)
$250-325
637. Aleppo, Syria (Aleppo), Bruyn, Reizen door de vermaardste Deelen van Klein Asia, ca. 1698. 40 x 11”. (HC) The city of Aleppo, built around the Citadel of Aleppo,
is depicted in this magnificent panorama. Aleppo was the terminus of the famous Silk Road, the major trade route between Europe and Asia. A caravan laden with
silks from Persian and other exotic goods is shown on the road in the foreground. Cornelius de Bruyn (1652-1726) was a Dutch artist who traveled through the Holy
Land and other portions of Asia. De Bruyn had to disguise his activities because this was a repressive period during the Ottoman rule when foreigners were regarded
with suspicion and the making of “graven images” was prohibited. De Bruyn avoided detection by pretending to be picnicking with two Franciscan monks who stood
guard while he made his drawings. His works are particularly historically valuable because of their accuracy. Printed from two plates on two joined sheets, as issued. A fine impression and condition with some crumpling in margins. There are some expert repairs on the folds and in the blank margins, included a few lines of
facsimile at upper right. (A)
$275-350
638. Turkey (Natolia), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This scarce, miniature map is based on Ortelius with detail limited to
cities and rivers. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis
Auctorium, which was often bound with the Praecipuarum Universi. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. (A+)
$110-150
639. Istanbul, Turkey (Constantinopolis), Bruyn, Reizen van Cornelis de Bruyn, door de Vermaardtse Deelen van Klein Asie…, ca. 1698. 74.75 x 11”. (HC) This incredible panoramic view measures more than six feet in width. It provides a very impressive and detailed view of the great capital of the Ottoman Empire. The Dutch
painter and traveler, Cornelius de Bruyn, traveled to Constantinople and the empire between 1677 and 1684. All the spires, minarets, mosques and especially the Aya
Sophia are depicted here and the Bosphorus is filled with a variety of ships and boats. De Bruyn’s account of his travels through the Ottoman empire between 1677 &
1684 was profusely illustrated with engravings made from his drawings and sketches, which are noted for their objectivity and exactness. Printed on 3 joined sheets,
as issued. First published in 1698 with a French translation in 1700 and an English edition in 1702. In remarkably good condition for such a large folding map. There
is a professionally repair tear on the bottom fold just to the right of the large ship at left. (A)
$2750-3500
640. Istanbul, Turkey (Scutari - Serraglio di Constantinopoli), Bruyn, Reizen van Cornelis de Bruyn, door de Vermaardtse Deelen van Klein Asie…, ca. 1698. 39.5 x 12”.
(HC) A fine panoramic view of Constantinople looking down the Bosphorus to the Sea of Marmara from the Golden Horn, which is filled with a variety of sailing
crafts. To the right is the Topkapi Palace on Seraglio Point and across the Bosphorus is the Scutari, modern-day Uskudar. Printed from two plates on two sheets,
joined, as issued. Issued folded, now flattened. The folds have been professionally reinforced and a 1” tear into the image at bottom has been expertly repaired - just
right of center and now nearly invisible. (B+)
$1600-2000
641. Istanbul, Turkey (Constantinopolis. Constantinopel), Haffner, ca. 1740. 26 x 10.8”. (HC) This unusual and highly stylized view emphasizes the domes and spires
of Constantinople. The panoramic view includes a 26-point legend, in German and Latin, below. A ribbon title cartouche and artistically rendered coat of arms with
a crescent moon symbolizing the Ottoman Empire. Printed from two plates on 2 joined sheets, as issued. A very rare engraving published in Augsburg. There are
some minor spots in the blank margins, still fine. (A+)
$3500-4500
642. Istanbul, Turkey (Die Stadt und der Hafen von Constantinopel), Anon., ca. 1760. 15.3 x 8.8”. (HC) This German bird’s-eye view of Constantinople shows the city
across the strategic Bosphorus Strait that is filled with ships. The narrow margins have been professionally extended to better accommodate framing. (A)$275-325
643. Holy Land (Soria et Terra Santa Nuova Tavola), Ruscelli, Geographia Cl. Ptolemaei Alexandrini…, Venice, [1562]. 9.4 x 7.3”. (HC) This early map of Syria, the
Holy Land and Cyprus is an enlarged version of Gastaldi’s important map of the same title. Girolamo Ruscelli, the editor, and Valgrisi, the publisher, improved on
Gastaldi’s map by following the revisions made by Gastaldi in the Holy Land area of his eight-sheet map of Asia that was published in 1561. The coastline, Jordan
Valley and inland seas are much improved from earlier maps, but there are still a number of errors; Mount Lebanon (Monte Libano) is shown well east of Damascus,
Jerusalem is too close to the coast, Beirut (Baruto) is too far inland, and some rivers are overstated. Still it is a remarkable presentation of the region for the time period.
Engraved in the Italian style with a stippled sea with ship and mountains distinguishing the interior. Latin text on verso. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara (Nordenskiold)
#217-46; cf Laor #621; cf Nebenzahl, plt. 27. Dark impression with some printer’s ink residue. (A+)
$325-400
644. Holy Land (Perigrinatie ofte Veertich-Iarige Reyse der Kinderen Israels), Savry, Amsterdam, 1648. 19 x 12.8”. (HC) Lavishly decorated map of the Holy Land
depicting the flight from Egypt. The Holy Land is divided among the tribes. The Kishon River connect the Mediterranean to the Sea of Galilee. It is based on the
1643 map of Claes Jansz. Visscher with nearly identical embellishments that include depictions of the encampment of the Children of Israel, temple vessels, Aaron
& Moses, both sides of a shekel coin, a charming scene of Jonas and the whale, and several of Solomon’s ships. Published in a Dutch Bible, with text on verso. Ref:
Poortman & Augusteijn #108. The side margins have been expertly extended to better accommodate framing and a tiny tear at bottom has been repaired. (A)
$300-375
645. Holy Land (Het Beloofde Landt Canaan, door wandelt van onsen Salichmaaker Iesu Christo, neffens syne Apostelen), Avelen, Leiden, ca. 1700. 18 x 14”. (HC) Very
graphic map from a Dutch Bible depicting the land of Canaan with north oriented to right. The map is based on Nicolas Visscher’s map of 1657, but the decorative
elements are completely original. The large decorative title cartouche features allegorical figures at the bottom representing strife and death, and at top the promise of
everlasting life. Two insets flanking the title depict the Christ’s Birth and Crucifixion. At top, putti hold banners with the key to the map and a scale of mile, and tiny
ships sail in the sea. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #152. Good margins all around with some minor soil and expert repairs on the folds. (B+)
$275-350
646. Holy Land (Perigrinatie ofte Veertich-Iarige Reyse der Kinderen Israels, uyt Egypten door de Roode Zee, ende de Woestyne, tot in ‘t Beloofde Landt Canaan …),
Avelen, Leiden, ca. 1700. 18 x 14”. (HC) This map depicts the Exodus from Egypt and the wanderings of the Children of Israel. The lower part of the map is elaborately engraved with a scene of the encampment and Moses receiving the Ten Commandments at Mt. Sinai. At top is a scene of God’s word enlightening the world
with Moses, Solomon, the apostles and evangelists. The map was based on Visscher’s map of 1650 Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #150. Good margins all around with
small holes on the right neatline professionally restored with a few line of neat facsimile. (B+)
$275-350
647. Holy Land (Carte pour Conduire a l’Inteligence de l’Historie Sacree, qui Renferme en Abrege … Second Periode du Monde…), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…,
Amsterdam, [1724]. 19 x 16”. (HC) This folio sheet contains four maps that illustrate the biblical history of the Holy Land. The main map at center (Carte de
l’introduction du peuple d’Israel dans les Pais de Canaan) shows the region after the distribution of the Tribes of Israel. Two smaller maps at the top are designed for
the understanding of the Book of Judges, and the government of David and Salomon. A small map at bottom shows Canaan before the destruction of Sodom. All the
maps are surrounded by genealogical and geographical information. Ref: Laor #210. (A)
$250-325
648. Holy Land (Carte pour Conduire a l’Inteligence de l’Historie Sacree, qui Renferme en Abrege … Quatrieme Periode du Monde…), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…,
Amsterdam, [1724]. 19 x 15.8”. (HC) Intriguing folio sheet with three maps of the Holy Land with text and family trees describing the region during biblical times.
At upper left a map of Palestine is divided into Galilee, Samaria, and Judea as traveled through by Jesus Christ. At upper right a map of the Eastern Mediterranean
illustrates the travels of the Apostles. And at center is a map of the Middle East for the understanding of the history of the Kings. The balance of the sheet is comprised
of genealogical diagrams and historical text. Ref: Laor #212. There is a minor repaired tear just entering the neatline at bottom left, else very good. (B+)$250-325
649. Holy Land (Regio Canaan seu Terra Promissionis Postea Judaea vel Palaestina Nominata Hodie Terra Sancta…), Seutter, ca. 1725. 22.5 x 19.5”. (HC) Seutter
based his map of the Holy Land on Sanson’s influential map of 1662 and embellished it with bold figurative cartouches that were engraved by Gottfried Rogg. The
kingdoms of Israel and Juda and the Twelve Tribes are delineated. Special symbols identify the cities of kings and priests and the ancient cities of refuge. The Sea
of Galilee is erroneously linked with the Mediterranean. An inset at lower right depicts the Exodus with Moses holding his staff and the Ten Commandments, while
above the inset are scenes of the wandering Israelites and the brazen serpent and Moses’ scouts returning from the Promised Land. The title cartouche is surrounded
by an ornate engraving of Christ casting out demons with the Crucifixion in the background beneath a solar eclipse. Ref: Laor #720; Nebenzahl #55. The centerfold
has been reinforced on verso and there is some muddiness along the fold. There is light foxing in the blank margins with a few minor spots within the map. (B)
$475-600
650. Holy Land (La Judee ou Terre Sainte, divisee en ses douze Tribus), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1750. 23.2 x 18.8”. (HC) Lovely, large map of
the Holy Land divided among the Tribes on both sides of the River Jordan. It covers the region with the shoreline from Sidon to Gaza and inland to Syria and the
Arabian Desert. A large inset map shows the Nile Delta, Sinai and Canaan with the Wandering of the Children of Israel, titled “Carte de la Terre de Canaan ou Terre
Promise…” The map is filled with fine detail and ornamented with two elaborate cartouches. This is the first state. Ref: cf Laor #667; Pedley #393. Minor crease
near the fold, else fine. (A)
$300-375
651. Holy Land (Het Beloofde Landt Canaan. Door-Wandelt van onsen Salichmaaker Jesus Christus neffens syne Apostolen), Schut, [1791]. 20 x 13.8”. (HC) This
finely engraved and very detailed map of the Holy Land is embellished with sailing ships showing the route of St. Paul to Rome and a compass rose. Second state
with Danckerts’ imprint replaced by R. & J. Wetstein & William Smith (Amsterdam) and Samuel Luchtmans (Leiden). It was published in a Dutch Bible by I.B.
Elwe. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #163. Wide original margins with some soil and a pair of unobtrusive spots at bottom center, else very good.
(B+)
$200-250
652. Holy Land (Carte de la Palestine sous la Domination Romaine…), Brue, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1838. 14.3 x 20.3”. (HC) Beautifully engraved and highly detailed
map of the Holy Land as it was under the domination of the Romans. The map extends into part of Syria and is filled with ancient place names. Seven inset maps
including a fine plan of Jerusalem. Surrounded with a decorative keyboard-style border, fancy lettering and flourishes embellish the title. With a fine, clear example
of Brue’s blind stamped imprint. Blank verso. Fine, crisp impression and delicate original color on a full sheet with very wide, untrimmed margins. A little offsetting
else fine. (B+)
$180-220
653. Jerusalem, Holy Land (Folio XVII [Hierosolima]), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 9 x 7.5”. (HC) An imaginary representation of the walled city
of Jerusalem with a huge Temple of Salomon at center. On verso is a panel containing portraits of kings and the construction of the Tower of Babel. Ref: Laor #1123.
There is some manuscript brown ink notations in the margins above the image of Jerusalem and some pencil notations in the bottom of the verso. (B+) $500-650
654. Jerusalem, Holy Land (Jerusalem), Rosaccio, Viaggio da Venetia a Constantinopoli…, Florence, [1598]. 6.5 x 4.3”. (HC) A range of mountains including Mount
Sinai and the Mount of Olives form the background of the imaginary view of the city of Jerusalem. It depicts a mixture of the ancient and contemporary cities with
several building locations mixed-up. The rare view was engraved by Camocio. Ref: cf Laor #1065. Some surface soil in margins and a couple tiny spots in the image. (A)
$275-350
655. Jerusalem, Holy Land ([Jerusalem]), Sanudo/Vesconte, Liber Secretorum Fidelium Crucis, [1611]. 7.4 x 10”. (BW) Scarce sketch plan of Jerusalem and vicinity, extending as far as Bethany. The city is viewed from the west with the Kidron depicted as a large river that nearly surrounds the whole city. Marino Sanudo
was a Venetian statesman and geographer in the 14th century. He is best known for his life-long attempts to revive the Crusades. His great work, the Secreta (or
Liber Secretorum Fidelium Crucis), was written in manuscript and presented to popes and kings in an attempt to persuade them to launch another series of crusades.
Through its accompanying maps and plans, which were the work of the great sea-chart maker Petrus Vesconte, it occupies an important place in the development of
cartography. The Secreta was only printed once and published with Bongars Gesta Dei per Francos, by Wechelius in 1611. Ref: Laor #1145; Mickwitz & Miekkavaara
(Nordenskiold III) #346-II-4;cf Nebenzahl (HL) fig. 10. Some roughness along binding side margin, not near the map. (A)
$950-1100
656. Jerusalem, Holy Land (Jerusalem en syn Tempel), Hooghe, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 18.3 x 14.3”. (HC) Panoramic view depicting the layout of the city surrounding
the temple and filled with people, soldiers, and livestock. In the foreground is a scene of Judas embracing Jesus and signaling his arrest by the Romans. Panels at the
sides name the important buildings and include two full-length portraits of Aaron and King Solomon. Across the bottom are large engravings of the Vessels of the
Temple. This is the second state with the date removed from the base of the column at right. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #151. Good margins
all around with a professionally repaired tear adjacent to the bottom centerfold and some minor soil. (B+)
$350-425
657. Jerusalem, Holy Land (Die Heylige und Weitberuhmte Stadt Jerusalem Erstlich Genant Salem…), Baeck, Augsburg, [1715]. 18.3 x 14.8”. (HC) This uncommon
bird’s-eye plan of the city of Jerusalem is from a German Bible. It was drawn from Visscher’s plan, but it does not contain the biblical scene in the foreground, and
the names of surrounding villages are added. While it is an imaginary plan, it provides great detail of the city walls and streets, with a numbered key to important
religious sites. Solomon’s Temple is at upper center and Herod’s Palace is located at the far left. A host of angels encircle the title cartouche. German text on verso.
Ref: Laor #1157. A tear entering 1” into the cartouche at bottom left has been repaired with archival tape on verso. (B+)
$425-500
658. Arabia, Holy Land and Egypt (Afbeelding van Egypte, de Woestyne der Schelf-Zee, en ‘t Land Kanaan …), Bachiene, Amsterdam, 1750. 15.3 x 19.5”. (BW) This
interesting map depicts the Exodus and Wandering of the Children of Israel with a scene of an encampment at bottom. The map was engraved by Jan van Jagen. From
a Dutch bible published by Nicolas Goetzee. Ref: Laor #68; Poortman & Augusteijn #179. Some minor soft creases with toned and worn paper edges, not affecting
map. (A)
$200-250
659. Arabia (Arabia), Blackie, W. G. & Son, ca. 1860. 19.6 x 13.3”. (HC) This map of the Arabian Peninsula extends from Jerusalem in the northwest to Adan (formerly
Aden) in the south, and Masqat (formerly Muscat) in the east. Egypt and Nubia are identified to the west, and Persia (now Iran) to the east. Other interesting features
noted are the city of Mecca and the island of Socotra. The map was drawn and engraved by Edward Weller. Original outline color, with light toning and small split
along centerfold that does not enter map image. (B+)
$75-110
660. Persia - Iran (Tab. V. Asiae, Repraesentans Mediam Hyrcaniam, Assyriam, Susianam, ac Persidem), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s Atlas Tabulae geographicae
Orbis Terrarum, ca. 1695. 18 x 13.5”. (HC) Fine Ptolemaic map depicting much of modern-day Iran, Iraq and part of Armenia. The map stretches from the Persian
Gulf to the Caspian Sea and features Babylon (Baghdad), the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. Mercator originally published this map in his 1578 edition of Ptolemy’s
great Geography. Although he is most renowned today for the projection he popularized and for first using the term Atlas for a collection of maps, he devoted much
of his life to his Ptolemaic maps. The maps were beautifully engraved as nearly as possible to their original form and embellished with fine cartouches and pictorial
topography. Two faint stains in the lower portion of the image, else very good. (B+)
$200-250
661. Isfahan, Iran (Le Meidan ou la Place d’Ispaham en Perse), Fer, Atlas Curieux ou le Monde, Paris, ca. 1705. 13.1 x 9.5”. (HC) A panoramic view of Naghsh-e Jahan
Square in Isfahan shown from the east so that the Sheikh Lotf Allah Mosque is the focal point with the Ali Qapu Palace in the background. (A)
$140-180
662. Persia - Iran (Succession des Rois de Perse Anciens & Modernes, depuis Cyrus jusqu’a Present), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1705-1739. 22 x
19”. (HC) Small map of Persia (6.6 x 5.3”) on a full folio sheet with detailed information on the area. The map depicts key cities, boundary lines, and topographical
details within Persia. Surrounding the map are two genealogical tables outlining the succession of both “ancient and modern” Persian rulers, as well as historical
notes on the region. The map is marked, “Tom: V. N. 28. Pag: 74.” Wide margins, with tear in upper left margin, far from neatline, repaired on verso with paper.
(A+)
$150-200
663. Persia - Iran (Saba, Ville en Perse), Aa, Voyages tres-curieux et tres-renommez faits en Moscovie, Tartarie et Perse, Leiden, ca. 1720. 14 x 10.8”. (HC) This view
is from the travels of Adam Olearius who was sent by Duke Frederick III to Moscow and Persia to seek treaties favoring the newly-founded city of Friedrichstadt
as the terminus for an overland silk road. Although his negotiations with the Shah were not successful, his journey resulted in greatly expanded knowledge of the
geography of both empires. (A+)
$160-200
664. Persia - Iran (Carte de Perse pour Servir a l’Histoire Universelle, d’une Societe de Gens de Lettres), Prevost, Paris, ca. 1770. 14.5 x 12.6”. (HC) This attractive
French map covers the Persian Empire. It shows the regional divisions and is filled with place names and explanatory notations. Binding tear has been repaired with
archival tape. Binding trim at left has been professionally replaced. (A+)
$200-240
665. Caspian Sea (Provinciarum Persicarum Kilaniae nempe Chirvaniae Dagestaniae…), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1728. 22.8 x 19.2”. (HC) A variety of ships sail
the Caspian Sea on this very decorative map of the southern part of the Caucasus and Turkmenistan. A fine view of the city of Baku (the former Tereki) is inset in a
decorative cartouche at upper right. The sheet is further embellished in Homann’s bold style with a large title cartouche that features a nomadic encampment with
colorful figures, a camel and horsemen, and a vine-draped distance scale cartouche. Excellent impression and color with slight toning along the centerfold and some
mild creasing at right. (B+)
$400-475
666. Asia - Central (Tabula Asiae VIII), Ptolemy/Magini, ca. 1598. 9.5 x 7.5”. (BW) The ancient regions of Scythia Intra Imaum, Serica, Scythia Extra Imaum, India Intra
Gangem, India Extra Gangem, and Sina Regio are distinctly divided by mountain ranges. This map covers these little known parts of Central Asia and Northern India
with a few recognizable rivers and only a few place names. On a full sheet (8.7 x 12.5”) with Italian text on verso. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara (Nordenskiold)
#226-23. There are a few tiny wormholes in the lower margin which have been professionally repaired on verso. Slight show through of text from verso. (B+)
$140-180
667. Asia (Asiae Nova Descriptio), Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1608. 20 x 15”. (HC) This excellent map of Asia was Hondius’ update of Mercator’s map of 1595. Though
it corrected many of Mercator’s errors, the map still has many interesting early depictions. Korea is shown as a very long island. Japan is depicted on the OrteliusTeixeria model with three principal islands. In India, the Gulf of Cambay is very exaggerated but the shape of Ceylon has been improved. The mythical Chami
Lacus appears to the northeast of India. The Philippines are marked as the Philippina Insulae, as well as Archipelagus S. Lasari, Magellan’s original name for the
group. The southern coastline of Java is left blank. The northern coastline of New Guinea includes many place names from Spanish expeditions, and there is a note
that it is unknown if New Guinea is a part of Terra Australis. Across the Anian Fretum lies part of North America, labeled Americae Pars, with a cartouche notation
concerning the searches for a Northwest Passage. The map is richly decorated with strapwork cartouches, ships, and numerous sea monsters. Ref: Yeo #20; Walter
#24. A sharp impression with exceptional old color that has been lightly refreshed. The centerfold has been professionally repaired at bottom with some invisible
paper restoration in the blank margins, well away from the map. (A)
$1200-1600
668. Asia (Asia with the Islands Adioyning Described, the Atire of the People, & Townes of Importance, All of them Newly Augmented), Speed, A Prospect of the Most
Famous Parts of the World…, London, 1626. 19.8 x 15.4”. (HC) This beautiful carte-a-figures map is the first English printed map of Asia. It is flanked by costumed
figures of Asian peoples with a series of eight city views forming a decorative frieze across the top including Damascus, Jerusalem, Aden, Hormus, Goa, Kandy, Banten
and Macau. The map is based largely on Jodocus Hondius’ map of 1623 with detailed depictions of the East Indies, the Philippines and the elongated peninsula form
of Korea. Large lakes and rivers dominate the interior of China and the mythical Lake of Ciamay spawns five large rivers in India Without Ganges. The Great Wall
of China is placed too far north. The Caspian Sea is greatly enlarged and oriented in an east-west direction. The map is further embellished with a title cartouche,
numerous sea creatures and sailing ships and an elephant appears in the interior of China. Beautifully engraved by Abraham Goos with the imprint of George Humble,
published circa 1627. The English text on verso provides a fascinating Anglo-centric view of Asia. Ref: Yeo #30. Sharp early impression. Remnants of hinge linen
and a few marginal repairs with archival tape on verso. Margin extended at top to better accommodate framing. (B+)
$4000-5000
669. Asia (Asia Noviter Delineata), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 22 x 16.3”. (HC) This is one of the most famous 17th century maps of the continent of Asia. It is
surrounded in a beautiful carte-a-figures border and is richly ornamented with animals, sea monsters and sailing ships. The eastern coastline of Asia is severely
truncated, Korea is shown as an island, and Japan is depicted on the Ortelius-Teixeira model. The Indian subcontinent is too narrow and the islands of Indonesia are
very sketchy. A large island labeled Ceiram probably represents the western part of New Guinea. In the interior, the Caspian Sea is oriented on an east-west axis and
there are several large erroneous lakes in China including the mythical Chiamay Lacus. The frieze across the top features vignettes of the cities of Candy, Calecut,
Goa, Damascus, Jerusalem, Hormuz, Banten, Aden and Macao. The inclusion of Banten reflects the emergence of the Dutch as a major commercial power in the East
Indies. The side panels flanking the map depict costumed figures of the various Asian peoples. Latin text on verso. Ref: Walter #25; Yeo #24. A superb example
with a crisp impression, fine color and wide original margin and just a hint of pleasant toning. The bottom fold has been expertly repaired. (A+)
$5000-6000
670. Asia (Asie), Boisseau, Tresor des Cartes Geographiques, Paris, ca. 1643. 8 x 5.5”. (BW) This rare little map of was copied from the Jansson plate for his Atlas Minor.
The northeast coast is severely truncated, Korea appears as an island, an exaggerated Gulf of Cambay distorts the Indian subcontinent, and the southern coastline of
Java is blank. Partie d’Amerique appears in the upper right-hand corner of the map. This map is from the first true world atlas produced in France. It was prepared
for the education of the future king of France, XIV, Ref: cf Yeo #21; Betz pp. 265-66. The top margin is trimmed near the neatline, as issued, else fine. (A)
$240-300
671. Asia (Asie Par N. Sanson d’Abbeville Geog. du Roi…), Sanson/Mariette, Paris, 1650. 22 x 15.5”. (HC) This important map by Sanson was the standard French
map of Asia in the mid-seventeenth century. One of the more interesting features is the extensive coastline of America stretching from Royaume d’Anian to Sierra
Nievada which is separated from Asia by the narrow Detroit d’ Anian. The Kingdoms of Anian, Quivira and Albion are shown. Japan is shown on the Teixiera model
and Korea is depicted as an island. The map extends to include much of the eastern coast of Africa. Decorated with a strapwork title cartouche. Engraved by A.
Peyrounin and published by P. Mariette. Ref: Yeo #43. Very nice impression with original outline color on a thin sheet of fine hand laid paper with original margins
and watermark. Some extra creases parallel centerfold and a little staining in lower right margin. (B+)
$425-500
672. Asia (Asiae Superficialis descriptio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.1 x 2.5”. (HC) This scarce, little map is roughly based on the
Ortelius/Galle map of 1593. Asia extends too far to the east so that America pars appears above Japan. There is no Korean peninsula. A long east-west range of
mountains stretches the entire length of the continent. There is a cluster of islands labeled Moluccae Insulae, but they are not well placed and appear north of Borneo.
$200-250
673. Asia (Asia a New Description), Morden, Geography Rectified, London, [1693]. 5.2 x 4.4”. (BW) This little map of Asia is a pleasing composition that encapsulates
the state of geographic knowledge at the end of the 17th century. A dotted line forms the Siberian coastline reflecting the paucity of information available for this
region. The Caspian Sea is shown on a correct north-south axis. The Arabian peninsula is no longer subdivided along classical lines. The Molucca Is. are prominently
located in the East Indies. Printed on a full sheet of English text with a glowing description of the continent. Page 28 appears above the title cartouche along with
page 341 in the upper margin, indicating this was published in the third edition of Morden’s Geography. Ref: King (2nd ed.) p.148-9; Yeo #62. Minor toning and a
few spots in blank margins. (A)
$250-325
674. Asia (L’Asie Divisee en ses Principales Regions…), Sanson/Jaillot, Paris, 1708. 25.2 x 17.8”. (HC) Originally a sculptor, Alexis-Hubert Jaillot began his career in
map-making after marrying the daughter of Nicolas Berey. His skill as an engraver and his business acumen brought him to the attention of Nicolas Sanson’s heirs,
who hired him to breath new life into their business at about the same time that Blaeu’s important printing works was destroyed by fire. Jaillot re-engraved Sanson’
important maps on an enlarged scale and published them first in Paris and later printed by Pierre Mortier in Amsterdam. This map of Asia is based on Sanson’s 1650
map, but this version has eastern borders that do not extend as far as Jaillot’s 1692 version. The island of Hokkaido is attached to the mainland as part of the Yupi
peninsula and a huge Terre de Iesso (the name normally associated with Hokkaido) appears to the east. Korea is shown as an elongated peninsula. In the East Indies,
New Guinea is divided into Terre de Papous and Nouvelle Guinee. Ref: cf Yeo #76, #77. Repairs made on the lower fold with creasing along fold and a tiny hole
near Nova Zemba . (B)
$650-800
675. Asia (Kaartje van Asia…), Keizer/De Lat, Atlas Portatif, Deventer, ca. 1747. 9.5 x 7”. (HC) This small Dutch map of Asia and South East Asia is filled with information. Kamchatka appears as a squat peninsula above the island of Land Iedso (Hokkaido), to the east of which is a large landmass labeled Compagnies L.. The Sea
of Japan is named the Corease Zee. In the lower border the northern coastline of Australia makes a small appearance. And in the upper border Nova Zembla appears
as a large landmass with a tiny isthmus linking it to the mainland. Repaired along the outside fold with minor paper restoration. (B+)
$160-200
676. Asia (A New Map of Chinese Independent Tartary, from the Latest Authorities), Cary, London, 1806. 19.8 x 18”. (HC) Map that displays Independent and ChineseTartary including present-day Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran and China. The map shows the political boundaries in different colors and has nice
detail of towns, rivers and mountain ranges. Light offsetting and toning in the image. (B+)
$110-150
677. Asia (Asia), Thomson, New General Atlas, Edinburgh, ca. 1814. 20 x 18”. (HC) Fine early nineteenth century map filled with excellent detail, particularly of the
islands in both the western Pacific and the Indian Ocean. The map extends from Russia in the north to New Zealand in the south. Notes on the map indicate the
discoveries of important explorers in the region, such as Captain Cook, as well as information on indigenous people, safe ports, and other historical information.
Original color with a separation at bottom centerfold that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$150-200
678. Asia (Asien), Kiepert, Berlin, 1854. 25.2 x 20.2”. (HC) Well engraved map extending from northern Africa eastward to include the East Indies, Philippines and
Japan. This map was part of a world atlas that Kiepert, along with C.F. Weiland, worked on from 1846 to 1856. Engraved by Carl Jungmann. A color key indicates
the colonial possession of the Europeans, the Chinese and the Imam of Muskat (Arabia). Original color. Repaired 6” tear in image on left side along with some light
toning. (B)
$200-300
679. Asia - Northern (Tartaria), Ortelius/Vrients, Epitome Theatri orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1604]. 4.7 x 3.2”. (HC) Charming miniature map covering the northern part
of Asia. Corea is depicted as a long peninsula protected by the kingdom of China and the Great Wall. The map was engraved by the brothers Ambrose and Ferdinand
Arsenius who had been assistants to Frans Hogenberg and co-engravers of Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. This series of maps was accompanied by text by Michel Coignet,
which was translated into German by Levinus Hulsius, and was published by Jan B. Vrients. German text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) p. 86-87; Tooley p. 319 A
small stain in lower blank margin just entering neatline. (B+)
$140-180
680. Asia - Northern (La Grande Tartarie), Sanson, Paris, 1652. 9.8 x 7.5”. (HC) Attractive map of Siberia, northern China, and Korea, which is shown here as an island.
The cities, mountains, forests and rivers are well-detailed. Siberia still reflects some of Ptolemy’s conceptions with the Island of Tazata and the Cape of Tabin in the
extreme north. The map is decorated with a lovely title cartouche as well as a beautiful compass rose. Engraved by Peyrounin. Original outline color. (A)
$150-200
681. Asia - Northern (Carte de Tartarie Dressee sur les Relations de Plusieurs Voyageurs de Differentes Nations…), Delisle, Paris, 1706. 25 x 19”. (HC) First edition
of Delisle’s expansive map that includes Russia, Northern China and Tibet, from Novaya Zemla in the north to Afghanistan. The Pacific coast shows a portion of
the Terre d’Eso, with the small Isle de Amour shown above. The map is fully engraved with forests and mountains and, for the period, has quite good detail of cities
and towns. The Great Wall is graphically depicted, as are the extensive trade routes. A decorative cartouche surrounds the title in the lower left. This edition carries
Delisle’s imprint “A Paris Chez l’Auteur sur la Quai de l’Horloge a l’Aigle dOr avec Privilege 1706.” Slight toning on centerfold which has been reinforced with
tissue on verso. (B+)
$350-450
682. Asia - Northern (Etats de Moscovie…), Le Rouge, Recueil Contenant des Cartes Nouvelles, Paris, 1744. 21.3 x 18.7”. (HC) An uncommon map showing all of
Russia, northern China and Japan with a great amount of detail. The Siberian coastline is based on the Russian surveys of the early 1730’s. The delineation of Japan
is still haphazardly drawn with the western coastline of Terre de Yesso (Hokkaido) shown in dotted lines. Witsen’s Cap Glacial is featured as a horn-like projection.
Nouvelle Zemle is drawn as a possible peninsula (although the colorist chose to exclude it). In Tibet the Residence de Dalilama is located. Light toning, else very
good. (B+)
$300-375
683. Northern Asia (Nieuwe Kaart van Tartarie…), Tirion, Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1760. 13.5 x 11”. (HC) This is a very handsome and detailed
chart of the northern regions of Asia reflecting the recent discoveries in Kamchatka by Witsen with the icy cape Kaap Suetoinos, which was believed to render it
impossible to sail round the north-eastern tip of Asia. Compagnie Land is shown off the southern coast of Kamchatka. Title in block style and a small compass rose
decorates the chart. Fine impression and wide original margins. (A+)
$150-200
684. Asia - Northeastern (Nouvelle Representation des Cotes Nord et Est de l’Asie pour servir d’eclaircissement aux Articles du Supplement de l’Encyclopedie qui concernent le Passage aux Indes par le Nord), Robert de Vaugondy/Diderot, Diderot’s Encyclopedie (Supplement), Paris, 1772. 15.2 x 11.7”. (HC) Interesting map of
the northeast coast of Asia depicting Kamchatka, Japan and Korea. It also shows part of what is present-day Alaska. The Tchutski (Chukotskiy) Peninsula stretches
very close to the American landmass, hinting at a possible land bridge. Within the larger map are two insets (one within the other). The insets represent an evolving
understanding of the geography of Kamachatka, with the map being the latest iteration. The first inset, No. 1, was completed by Abu al-Ghazi Bahadur, who was the
ruler of Khiva in present-day Uzbekistan for 20 years. Ref: Pedley #402. Minor tears in the margin have been repaired with hinge tape. Issued folded and now flat.
(A)
$240-300
685. Russia (Asian) (Carte de Moscovie…), Delisle, Paris, ca. 1706. 25.4 x 19.2”. (HC) This is the northern sheet of Delisle’s important two-sheet map of the Russian
Empire. The map is centered on Moscow and provides great detail of the towns, roads, forests and topography. The map is decorated with a nice title cartouche
featuring a sleigh, coat of arms, animals and a hunter. Some faint toning, else very good. (B+)
$200-300
686. China (Chinae Compendiosa descriptio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This tiny map is a scarce derivative of the miniature version of Ortelius’ important map focusing on China. The map is oriented with north to the right and extends to include parts of Indo-China and the northern
part of the Philippines. The Great Wall is prominently delineated and several huge lakes and rivers dominate the interior. The title cartouche appears at the bottom
next to part of Japan. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Bucelin’s
Historiae Universalis Auctarium. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. (A+)
$500-650
687. China (Carte de la Baye d’Hocsieu et des Entrees de la Riviere de Chang Situees dans la Province de Fokyen), Bellin, Petit Atlas Maritime, Paris, ca. 1760. 6.5 x 8.5”.
(BW) This attractive chart of the coastal areas of Fukien province with the capital city of Foochow (Fucheu) prominently shown. It provides detailed depth soundings,
anchorages and topographical detail. Locates the fortified towns of Ting-hay, Quanto, Fucheu, Sothia and Fort Kitta. North is oriented to the right, Rococo-style
title cartouche incorporates a distance scale. Beautifully and heavily engraved. (A+)
$110-150
688. China (China), Thomson, Thomson’s New General Atlas, Edinburgh, 1815. 20 x 22.6”. (HC) An attractive and very detailed map of China including Formosa
(Taiwan), Hainan, and part of Luzon in the Philippines. The map show the Tract of the Hindoostan and Lion with the British Embassy to China 1793 - the first British
Embassy to China. This detailed map shows provinces, towns, topography, and the Great Wall of China. Ref: Phillips (A) #731. Minor soiling in margins. (A)
$200-240
689. China, Korea & Japan (China), Mercator/Hondius, Historia Mundi, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 7.4 x 5.6”. (HC) A charming map reduced from Jodocus Hondius’ important map of the kingdom of China. Oriented with north to the right, it shows the eastern part of China (bounded in the west by the Great Wall) dominated by several
large lakes and major rivers. Korea as a strangely shaped island, and the three main islands of Japan and the north part of the Philippines are included. English text on
verso with some interesting comments on Chinese society. The Historia Mundi was published by Thomas Cotes and W. Saltonstall of London in 1635, and reissued
in 1637 and 1639. The maps were printed from the 1607 plates from the Atlas Minor. On trimmed sheet with toning. (B+)
$350-425
690. China and Korea (Imperii Sinarum Nova Descriptio), Jansson/Valck & Schenk, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 20.8 x 18.5”. (HC) This superb map of the Chinese Empire
is drawn largely from the Blaeu map compiled by Jesuit Father Martino Martini who traveled through the region between 1643 and 1650. It deviates from that model
in its depiction of the Korea peninsula, which is shown with a cluster of islands at its southern tip. The map is embellished with sailing ships and Chinese junks. The
title cartouche is flanked by Chinese and Jesuit men and the scale of miles cartouche is surrounded by putti. Engraved by Johannes van Loon and originally issued
by Jan Jansson in 1657, this is the later issue by Gerard Valk and Peter Schenk. Fine original color and wide margins with just a hint of toning at center, There are
some minor edge tears, well away from the map. (A)
$1600-1800
691. China, Korea and Japan (Carte Generale de l’Empire Chinois et du Japan), Brue, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1836. 20.3 x 14.3”. (HC) Beautifully engraved and highly
detailed map that shows the size and breadth of China to include Taiwan (Formosa) and extends to include Korea and all of Japan. Filled with watershed and topographical detail the map also locates the great wall and scores of towns. Names the Straits of Korea, but calls the sea between the two countries the Sea of Japan.
Brue’s blind stamped imprint with fancy lettering and flourishes embellishing the title. A decorative keyboard-style border surrounds the map. Crisp impression and
fine outline color on a full sheet with wide, untrimmed margins. Faint offsetting from one color, still very good. (A)
$180-240
692. Korea & Japan (Iaponiae Nova Descriptio), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1636. 17.4 x 13.4”. (HC) This map of Japan and Korea is presented on the Ortelius/Teixeira
model, which had been the standard for mapping the region since Ortelius first published Teixiera’s map in 1595. The map shows Korea as an island which tapers
to a point and a cluster of islands labeled Ilhas dos Ladrones (islands of thieves). A label on the island notes that it is not known if Korea is an island or a peninsula.
Jodocus Hondius engraved the map initially in 1606 with the title simply Iaponia and a Korean junk sailing below Japan. Jansson made his mark on the map, which
he re-engraved for his editions of the Mercator Atlas 1636-1649, by changing the title and the ornamental features, including two decorative cartouches, two European
ships, and a sea monster. Latin text on verso. Ref: Walter #23, OAG 18. Old color with wide margins. The paper is supple overall, but there is a tiny hole just west
of Punta dos Landrones and two short cracks along Japan’s border in centerfold, none of which are obtrusive. (B+)
$1800-2100
693. Japan and Korea (Le Japon Par le Sr. Robert de Vaugondy), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Portatif, Paris, 1749. 6.5 x 6.5”. (HC) This little map of Japan and Korea
draws mostly from the previous work of Bellin with the depiction of Hokkaido derived from De Vries. On this first state, Hokkaido Terre d’Yedso appears as a large
island separated from Chinese Tartary by a narrow strait. The sea between Korea and Japan is named Mer de Coree. The Great Wall is delineated along the border
between Korea and China. An island offshore and south from Jedo that was used as a prison is labeled Fatsisio ou l’Empereur envoye en exil les Grands. The map
bears the name of both Didier and Giles, father and son. Ref: Pedley #409; Walter #85A and OAG-99. Fine impression and color on a full sheet with very large
margins. Jester watermark. (A+)
$300-375
694. Japan & Korea (Japan & Corea), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1851. 13.2 x 9.8”. (HC) Handsome and detailed map of the
region embellished with three vignettes: a ceremonial barge, Korean dress, and a view of Yedo (Tokyo). The coastline of Korea is considerably less precise than that
of Japan, as it was still relatively unknown. Surrounded by geometrically designed borders accented by flowers in the corners. Original outline color. Minor soiling
in upper left corner of border. (A)
$180-230
695. Japan (Japoniae Descriptio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.3 x 2.5”. (HC) This tiny map is based on the Dudley/Jansson maps of Japan.
It is interesting that Bucelin chose this source when the standard Catholic version of Japan was based the Blancus/Moreira cartography. Most of the other maps in the
Historiae Universalis were based on Ortelius - making this all the more curious. Kyushu is labeled Zikoko, which was derived from Dutch sources. Korea is labeled
as an island. In the first edition of King’s book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis
Auctarium. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127; Walter #56 & OAG-29. (A)
$250-325
696. Tokyo, Japan (Plan de Jedo), Bellin, Prevost’s Historie Generale des Voyages, Amsterdam, ca. 1746. 9.8 x 9.8”. (HC) This detailed plan of Tokyo is patterned on
the Scheuchzer/Kaempfer map of 1702.. The grounds surrounding the Edo Palace depict an imaginary, French-style, formal garden. The Nihonbashi (Japan Bridge),
marked with a B, is shown east of the palace. This version has a decorative, rectangular shaped title cartouche. “No. 7, Tome X. Pag. 522” at lower right beneath
border. Ref: cf Walter #90. Folding, as issued, with light toning in margins. (A+)
$200-250
697. Japan (L’Empire du Japon, Divise en Sept Principales Parties, et Subdivise en Soixante et Six Royaumes), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1750. 21.2
x 19”. (HC) Large, finely engraved map of Japan with a distinctively French style title cartouche containing two small landscapes. The map draws heavily on the
previous work of Bellin, but includes a number of improvements to Terre d’Yedso (Hokkaido) similar to the manuscripts of Engelbert Kaempfer. The fictitious island
of Matsumae is removed and now Matsaki is shown as a part of Yedso. The provinces are clearly outlined and there are many place names. The eastern part of the
Korean peninsula is also shown with a good amount of detail. The sea between Korea and Japan is named both the Mer de Coree and the Mer du Japon reflecting a
compromise to the long-standing dispute over the name of this sea. This great map was to influence the cartography of Japan into the 19th century. Ref: Walter #86,
OAG #100; Pedley #410. Wide margins with printer’s crease along centerfold at bottom. Small chip in upper-left, far from map image. (A)
$650-800
698. Asia - Southeast (Indiae Orientalis, Insularumque Adiacientium Typus), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, ca. 1574. 19.5 x 13.8”. (HC) Ortelius’
important map of Southeast Asia shows how sketchy the available information was concerning the region. The East Indies are presented as a randomly scattered
archipelago with Java and Borneo particularly misshapen. Taiwan is mapped for the first time as I. Fermosa in the ‘tail’ of kite-shaped Japan’s Lequaio islands. The
fictitious Chyamai lacus is the source of a network of major rivers in Southeast Asia. Beach pars, a presumed promontory of the great southern continent based on
Marco Polo’s account, protrudes into the bottom of the map. In the upper right corner, America makes an appearance with the three coastal cities of Quivira, Cicuie,
and Tiguex. Near the shore lies a ship being menaced by a pair of sea monsters, while twin mermaids preen before each other near the Ladrone Islands. Ref: Van den
Broecke #166; Suarez, pp 164-69. A fine example with lovely color. (A+)
$3750-4500
699. Asia - Southeast (India quae Orientalis dicitur, et Insulae Adiacentes), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 19.8 x 16.2”. (HC) This handsome chart of Southeast Asia
includes one of the most detailed images of the sphere of operations of the trading empire of the Dutch East India Company. It extends from India to New Guinea
and parts of northern Australia, and north to the southern coast of Japan with a portion of Korea, which is named as an island. This map was a vast improvement over
Blaeu’s map of the Asian continent and was presented on Mercator’s projection in the style of navigational charts. Significantly, it delineates a more correct outline
of New Guinea and is the first atlas map to include the discoveries made by the Dutch in the Gulf of Carpentaria -- thus the first recorded European contacts with
Australia. Richly embellished with sailing ships, compass roses and three sumptuous cartouches. The cartouche at lower left features the coat of arms and dedication to Laurens Real, Governor General of the East Indies, 1616-18. German text on verso. Ref: Suarez (SEA) p. 201; MCC-60 Tooley (Australia) #226. Beautiful
example. Remnants of hinge linen on verso. (A+)
$1600-2100
700. Asia - Southeast (Carte des Indes Orientales), Dampier, Nouveau Voyage autour du Monde, London, ca. 1705. 11 x 6”. (BW) This uncommon chart shows the routes
of Captain William Dampier’s voyage throughout the region. Dotted lines delineates explorations from Guam, through the East Indies, the Philippines, Formosa
(Taiwan), Indochina, the Gulf of Siam, and touching Northern Australia (Nouvelle Hollande). This was the first British scientific expedition to the region, gathering
important data on the flora and fauna of Australia and New Guinea. Small decorative title cartouche. Page number “295” at upper right. From the French edition of
Dampier’s New Voyage Round the World. Close margins, as issued. A small area of paper weakness east of the Philippines with old paper repair on verso. (B+)
$275-325
701. Asia - Southeast (East India Isles), Thomson, New General Atlas, Edinburgh, ca. 1817. 20.5 x 17”. (HC) This map of Southeast Asia extends from Hainan in southern
China, east to Burma, south through Indonesia and east to the Pelew Islands and Papua New Guinea. Fine detail throughout, especially in the Philippines, including
tiny islands, shoals and navigational hazards. Engraved by T. Clerk. Original outline color and wide margins with some toning and staining confined to the blank
margins. (B+)
$300-375
702. Philippines (A Chart of the Channel in the Phillippine Islands through which the Manila Galeon passes together with the Adjacent Islands), Anson, London, ca. 1750.
21.2 x 28”. (BW) Anson’s chart of the Philippine Islands from Luzon to Leyte. The focus of the chart is on the track of the Manila Galleon from the Mole of Cabite
until it is clear of land, north of Samal. The chart was beautifully engraved by Richard William Seale with rhumb lines and a large compass rose.
In 1740 Anson set sail in command of a squadron sent to attack Spanish possessions and interests in South America. The expedition was ill-equipped and failed to
carry out its original ambitious mission. By June 1741 when Anson reached Juan Fernandes, his force had been reduced to only three of the original six ships, while
the strength of his crews had fallen from 961 to 335. After recuperating on the island, he collected the remaining survivors on his flagship, the Centurion, and set sail
in search of one of the richly laden galleons that conducted the trade between Mexico and the Philippines. The indomitable perseverance he had shown during one
of the most arduous voyages the history of sea adventure gained the reward of the capture of an immensely rich prize, the Nuestra Señora de Cabadonga, which he
encountered off Cape Espiritu Santo on June 20, 1743. There is a minor repaired tear in the left margin slightly entering the image, else very good. Narrow margins
as expected. Issued folded, now flat. (B+)
$475-650
703. Philippines ([Lot of 2] Carte des Isles Philippines… 1re Feuille [and] Carte des Isles Philippines… 2e Feuille), Bellin, Paris, ca. 1760. (BW) This lot is an attractive pair of maps covering the Philippines, both with lovely rococo-style title cartouches. The first map depicts the northern islands of the Philippine archipelago,
including Luzon, Mindoro, and the city of Manila. The map is filled with nice detail throughout (6 x 8.3”). The second is a double page chart which is focused on
the southern islands including Mindanao, Palawan, Panay, and part of Borneo (11.5 x 8.3”). Both are on thick hand laid paper, clean and bright with fine impressions
and very wide margins. The former is near fine except for a tiny rust spot (A). The latter is fine, with a large watermark, and deckle edged paper (A+). $200-250
704. Java, Indonesia (Iava Maior), Bertius, Tabularum geographicarum contractarum libri, ca. 1600. 5 x 3.5”. (HC) Benjamin Wright engraved four maps for the Maptreasury, copied from the original plates used by Barent Langenes to illustrate his account of the first Dutch expedition to the East Indies. The precisely engraved map
shows the northern coastline with several place names, but the southern coastline is entirely conjectural. Ref: King (2nd ed.) p.84. (A)
$400-475
705. East Indies - Indonesia (Insulae Indiae Orientalis), Mercator/Hondius, Historia Mundi, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 7.7 x 5.5”. (HC) This map was printed from the 1607
plates from the Atlas Minor, and depicts the Spice Islands and the important trade capitals of the region. It covers the Philippines, Malaysia and Indonesia. Sincapura
is depicted as an overly large island at the tip of Malaysia. On sheet measuring 7.8 x 12.3” with English text below and on verso. Ref: Moreland & Bannister p. 98
Right edge of map border torn and missing due to tight binding, otherwise good condition. (C+)
$140-170
706. East Indies - Indonesia (Insularum Moluccarum Nova Descriptio), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 19.8 x 15.2”. (HC) The famous Spice Islands, the cornerstone of
the Dutch trading empire in the East Indies throughout the 17th Century, is the focus of this exquisite map. Similar to Blaeu’s map, except that it extends further south
to include the island of Bachian. The very decorative title cartouche is supported by two sea monsters, and another cartouche contains the scale of miles. It is further
embellished with various sailing vessels, sea monsters, two elaborate compass roses with north oriented to the right, and a native couple displaying the costumes and
weapons of the region. English text on verso. Overall very good. There is some expert paper restoration in the blank margins and a tiny bit of the border including
a couple tiny lines of skilled facsimile un the bottom right corner. (B+)
$350-425
707. East Indies - Indonesia (Carte ou est marquee de route que le Cape. Dampier tint dans son Voyage deouis Timor autour de la Nouv. Bretagne), Dampier, London,
ca. 1705. 15.7 x 6.5”. (BW) This scarce map shows the route of Captain William Dampier’s voyage in the HMS Roebuck in 1699 from Timor, through the famous
Spice Islands and along the northern coast of Papua New Guinea to New Britain. The first British scientific expedition to the region, it gathered important data on the
flora and fauna of Australia and New Guinea. With folds as issued. Side margins extended to accommodate framing. (B+)
$275-325
708. East Indies - Indonesia (A Chart of the Western Coast of Sumatra, from Touroumane River to Point Indrapour), Sayer & Bennett, London, 1778. 25.8 x 18.8”. (HC)
This handsome sea chart of the western coast of Sumatra was derived largely from the charts of the French hydrographer, Jean Baptiste Nicolas Denis d’Apres de
Mannevillette with additions by captains of the British East India Company. A large inset contains a plan of Natal drawn by Joseph Huddart, one of Britain’s most
influential hydrographers. The chart is oriented with north on the left by a simple fleur-de-lis and provides excellent detail of the soundings, hazard and anchorages.
There is nice detail of the larger islands off the coast including the Isle of Good Fortune (Sipora). Printed on sturdy paper with wide margins. The centerfold has been
reinforced with tissue on verso and a couple of marginal tears repaired. There are a couple insignificant spots in the map, still overall very good. The bottom edge is
creased, well away from the map. (A)
$275-350
709. East Indies - Indonesia (Carte De Grand Archipel d’Asie), Brue, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1834. 20.5 x 14.5”. (HC) Beautifully engraved and attractive map that shows
the entire Indonesian archipelago plus the Philippines, all of the Malay peninsula with part of Indochina. Also delineates the western portion of Papal New Guinea.
Superb detail of the many islands including Sumatra, Borneo, Flores, Timor, the Celebes, etc. The nascent settlement of Singapore is named. A color key shows the
colonial holdings of Holland, Spain, and Portugal as well as lands held by indigenous royals. By the time this map was published the British had abandoned their
holdings in Sumatra and Java under the 1824 Anglo-Dutch Treaty, in exchange for control of their possessions in the Malay Peninsula and Dutch India. This is the
updated 1834 map from the 1826 edition. With Brue’s embossed seal and a decorative keyboard-style border. Very lovely example with just a trace of light offsetting.
Otherwise a fine example with original outline color and wide, untrimmed margins. (A)
$200-300
710. India (Diu in Arabia), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, [1638]. 6 x 4”. (HC) This charming view shows the Portuguese colony of Diu, which was located on an island
at the entrance to the Gulf of Cambay in the Indian Ocean. The miniature view is based on Braun & Hogenberg’s view. The Latin phrase above, Stat sua cuique dies
(There is a day [turn] for everybody) refers to the tiny island’s importance to European-Asian trade in the sixteenth century.
(identifying the 8 parts) and 1-100 (plate number). They were finally issued in 1700 and 1704 in Rudolf J. Helmer’s Politica-politica. (A+)
$140-180
711. India (Goa), Merian, Frankfurt, ca. 1650. 14.2 x 10.8”. (HC) This is a sharply engraved view of the city of Goa, which was the largest trading center on India’s
western coast and Portugal’s most important possession in India. A decorative cartouche encloses a numbered key to 43 locations within the city. North is oriented
to the bottom of the chart. Elephants are shown working on the waterfront and a number of ships sail in the bay. There are a couple short tears in the bottom margin,
$240-300
712. India (Presqu’Isle de l’Inde deca la Gange, ou sont les Royaumes, de Decan, de Golconde, de Bisnagar, et le Malabar), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…, Paris, [1683]. 9.8 x 7.7”. (HC) Striking map of southern India, with a portion of Sri Lanka shown as well as a bit of the
Maldives. The Malabar Coast is depicted in an inset. The map is filled with details and place names, including the Coromandel Coast and Cape Comorin. Engraved
by Antoine d’ Winter. There is a minor paper flaw in the blank margin, else fine. (A)
$180-220
713. India ([Lot of 2] British India, Northern Part. [in set with] British India, Southern Part), Thomson, Thomson’s New General Atlas, Edinburgh, 1816-17. 23.5 x 19.7”.
(HC)
A) British India, Northern Part, dated 1817. This detailed map of northern India distinguishes British and Indian Rajah territories. Two large insets at top cover
Cabul and Nepaul.
B) British India, Southern Part, dated 1816. This highly detailed regional map of India also distinguishes British and Indian Rajah territories, and extends from
Arungabad, Mahoor and Cicacole in the North, to the southern tip of India, including most of Celyon. Size varies slightly. Original color with light toning and
offsetting. (B+)
$300-375
714. India & Sri Lanka (Peninsula Indiae citra Gangem hoc est Orae celeberrimae Malabar & Coromandel cum adjacente Insula non minus celebratissima Ceylon…),
Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1733. 18.8 x 21.4”. (HC) Large map of the southern part of India and Sri Lanka. The map is filled with detail of topography, roads and
cities. Colonial possessions and trading posts are represented by little flags along the coastline. The title is emblazoned onto a blanket draped over a large elephant
that is surrounded by people displaying the wealth of the region. Old color with separations at centerfold just entering border. (B)
$400-475
715. Sri Lanka (Ceilan insula), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas his Pilgrimes…, [1625]. 7.2 x 5.6”. (HC) Originally published in Hondius’ Atlas Minor this attractive miniature
map of the island of Ceylon was one of the many Hondius copperplates used by the English travel writer Samuel Purchas to illustrate the text of his important and
influential collection of voyages. The finely engraved map is derived from Mercator’s folio map with north oriented to the left. The various kingdoms are located
along with the mines that made the island of such importance. On a complete sheet of English text with an interesting description that includes “Zeilan the chiefe of
worldly treasures and pleasure.” Trimmed into neatline at left, else very good. (B)
$240-300
716. Sri Lanka (Nieuwe Kaart van ‘t Eiland Ceilon), Tirion, ca. 1740. 14.5 x 11.3”. (HC) Attractive map of the island with north oriented to the left. The map provides
detailed information of the mountainous country. The legendary Adams Brug (Adam’s Bridge or Rama’s Bridge) is clearly shown linking Mannar island off Sri
Lanka with Rameswaram island of the coast of India. A small compass rose and title in block style cartouche make a handsome composition. Trimmed to neatlines
at sides and remargined to better accommodate framing. (A)
$200-250
717. Pakistan, Afghanistan and Northern India (Magni Mogolis Imperium), Jansson/Valck & Schenk, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 19.3 x 14.5”. (HC) This handsome map is
Jansson’s map of the Empire of the Great Mogul in northern India including the region from Iran to Burma. The Indus and Ganges Rivers are the most prominent
features of the map, along with the large mythical lake of Chiamay Lacus located in northern Burma. Wild beasts, including lions, tigers and elephants roam the
interior, while a ship sails in the Indian Ocean. The map is further embellished with a large title cartouche flanked by two finely dressed gentlemen and a strapwork
distance scale. This edition was published by Valck and Schenk under the title cartouche replacing the Jansson imprint that has been erases from the bottom left corner.
Fine impression, old color and very wide original margins with some minor edge flaws. (A)
$400-500
718. Southern Asia & Africa (Calechut Celeberrimum Indiae Emporium [on sheet with] Ormus [and] Canonor [and] S. Georgii Oppidum Mina), Braun & Hogenberg,
Civitates Orbis Terrarum, ca. 1572. 18.8 x 13.5”. (HC) This is one of the few maps included in the Civitates Orbis Terrarum covering cities outside of Europe. The
folio sheet contains four plans featuring cities important to European trade with Asia. The largest top view provides a panoramic view of the important Portuguese port
of Kozhikode, India (also known as Calicut), showing a city surrounded by mountains and palm trees, with a royal procession on the beach and a working elephant
to the right. At bottom left is Ormus, a city on an island and the main market of the Persian Gulf. At bottom center is Kannur, situated on the coast of Malabar, with
simple houses within a forest of palm trees. At bottom right is St. George (Mina), a gold mine in Guinea, which features the castle of Sao Jorge da Mina, which was
built in 1482 to protect the trading post. Latin text on verso. Ref: Fussel, p. 129. Watermarked paper and old color with centerfold separation and a few small cracks
expertly repaired. (A)
$650-850
719. Asia - Southern ([Untitled - Southern Asia]), Hole, Raleigh’s The History of the World, London, [1614]. 15 x 9.8”. (HC) A very interesting map of the area from
the Eastern Mediterranean (Alexandria) to Malaysia and Sumatra. Shows The passage of Nimrod and The passage of Ophir en Hauilah into India. The Arck is boldly
Africa
depicted in the mountains of present-day Afghanistan. The map is decorated with a partial compass rose and the seas are fully stippled. There is a professional repair
in the upper fold on verso and a few tears repaired with archival tape in the lower blank margin. (B+)
$250-325
720. Africa ([Lot of 4 - Africa]), Paris, ca. 1597-1790.
1) Africa, by Magini & Keschedt, from Geographia, 1597 black & white, (6.7 x 4.8”). Small map of Africa and the Arabian Peninsula showing part of Brazil as well.
Engraved by Girolamo Porro for Magini’s edition of Ptolemy and based on Ortelius. The rivers of central and north Africa feature prominently including the Ptolemaic concept of the origin of the Nile in twin lakes south of the Equator. The largest of these lakes also has a river flowing southeast. The sea is stipple engraved
with a tiny sea monster and decorative calligraphy. Latin text on verso. Ref: Betz #35. Condition: Light toning. (B+)
2) Afrique, anon., circa 1840’s, hand color, (9.7 x 7.8”). Contrasting with older maps, the interior of Africa is blank, which corresponds to the amount of exploration
that was conducted by this time. Condition: Original color with wide margins. (A)
3) Africa with the European Settlements &c., by Thomas Kitchin, dated 1783, black & white, (11.3 x 9.4”). Again, this map shows limited detail in central Africa, focusing on northern Africa and the coastlines. Condition: Issued folding with light toning and offsetting, with the binding trim closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
4) Partie de l’Afrique audela de l’Equateur, Comprenant le Congo, la Cafrerie &c., by Brion de la Tour & Louis Charles Desnos, dated 1790, hand color, (10 x 8.8”).
The cartographical content of this decorative map of southern Africa is moderately accurate. Hottentot tribes are mentioned and Fort Hollandois is shown at the
Cape. The western coast is labeled Cote Deserte with the kingdoms of Benguela, Angola, Congo and Benin delineated. On the east coast several kingdoms are
shown including Monomotapa and Zanguebar. Flanked by French text on sheet measuring 19.8 x 12.8”. Condition: Centerfold split at top and bottom, not entering
map image. A few small, unobtrusive spots in map image. (B+) See description.
$300-400
721. Africa (Africae Tabula Nova), Munster/Petri, Cosmographia Universalis, Basel, ca. 1598. 14.2 x 12.2”. (BW) Based on Ortelius’ map of 1570, this map appears
in the later editions of Munster’s Cosmographia. The woodblock map is elegantly engraved in the style of copper engravings. It depicts the continent with a jagged
coastline with several prominent bays. In the interior there are several large lakes, including the twin lakes source of the Nile. The coast of Brazil appears in the
lower left corner. Two small ships, a sea monster and a block-style title cartouche decorate the map. German text and illustration on verso. Ref: Betz #21; Norwich
#14 There is a minor professional repair on the centerfold and another in the margin. (A)
$500-650
722. Africa (Africa ex magna orbis terre descriptione Gerardi Mercatoris desumpta.), Mercator, Gerardi Mercatoris Atlas sive Cosmographicae, Amsterdam, ca. 1607. 18.5
x 14.8”. (HC) Compiled from Gerard Mercator’s world map of 1569, this rendition was drawn by Mercator’s grandson (also named Gerard) in 1595, and published
later by Hondius. The map is typical of 16th century cartography with considerable fantastic detail in the interior. The depiction of the Nile is based on Ptolemy’s
geography with some complex modifications from various sources, including Abyssinian monks. The source of the Nile is shown as a series of lakes located in the
Lune montes just north of the Tropic of Capricorn. Another branch of the Nile flows from the west, with this system rambling through what is the Sahara Desert.
Mercator adds a lake named Sac. Haf lac, from the 1507 Waldseemuller world map. This lake feeds both the Zambere River and the Nile. In Abissini, the legendary
Christian King Prester John sits on his throne. The boldly engraved oceans, beautiful calligraphy, and strapwork cartouche (surmounted by two satyrs) make this a
decorative masterpiece. French text on verso. Ref: Betz #31; Norwich #21. Original color with some hairline cracks in green areas. Overall the paper is still supple.
(B+)
$1400-1700
723. Africa (Africae Descriptio), Bucelin, Praecipuarum Universi Terrarum Orbis, [1658]. 4.5 x 2.5”. (HC) Bucelin’s charming map of the continent of Africa was based
on the Ortelius-Galle model. Its most notable feature is the oversized Nile River that appear to bisect the continent, flowing north, south and west out of Zaire Lake.
The place names are also derived from the Ortelius pocket map of Africa. Two tiny sailing ships and a sea monster decorate the seas. In the first edition of King’s
book on miniature maps, he attributed Bucelin’s maps to Johann Praetorius who was the publisher of Historiae Universalis Auctorium, which was often bound with
the Praecipuarum Universi. Latin text on verso. Ref: Betz #90; King (2nd ed.) pp. 126-127. There is a small hole in the blank margin, not affecting the map. (A)
$250-325
724. Africa (Africae Accurata Tabula ex officina), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1677. 21.5 x 17.1”. (HC) This beautiful map of the African continent is typical of the late
seventeenth century, including updated information taken from Blaeu’s wall map of the continent. The Cuama and Spirito Santo Rivers are shown with a common
source in the Sacaf Lacus in South Africa. The Nile arises from the two lakes of Zaire and Zafflan, located below the Equator, as according to Ptolemy The interior
is decorated with elephants, ostriches, monkeys, lions and rhinoceros, and eleven small ships sail in the sea. The title cartouche is flanked by natives and angels, and
in the lower left is a dedication cartouche with the coat of arms of Gerardo Schaep surrounded by Neptune and his entourage. This is the second state of the map with
the notation of privilege in the bottom. Ref: Betz #87.2; Norwich #55. Original color with a nice impression. There is some offsetting in the image and a few tiny
holes near the centerfold. Some light toning and foxing primarily in the margins. (B)
$800-1000
725. Africa (Totius Africae Accuratissima Tabula), Wit, ca. 1680. 23 x 19.3”. (HC) The information contained in this beautiful map of the African continent is typical
of the late 17th Century. The Nile appears according to the ancient pattern of Ptolemy, arising from the two lakes of Zaire and Zafflan. De Wit’s depiction of the
southeastern coast includes numerous deep inlets and several rivers and lakes at the southern tip not seen on other maps of the period. The kingdom of Monomotapa
extends as far south as the Rio de Infante and there are few names in the interior of the Cape. The fictitious N. I. de Sta. Helena appears in the South Atlantic. The
interior is decorated with elephants, ostriches, monkeys, lions and rhinoceros, and seven small ships sail in the oceans. The well-engraved title cartouche features
Moors and Africans with a child seated on an elephant and two lions perched atop the cartouche. This popular map was copied by several other cartographers including Danckerts and De Ram. This is the third state. Ref: Betz #114.3; Norwich #48. Fine original color with some minor edge tears repaired with archival tape, not
near the map. (A)
$1000-1300
726. Africa (L’Afrique Divisee Suivant l’Estendue de ses Principales Parties…), Jaillot/Mortier, Atlas Nouveau, Paris, 1692. 35 x 21.5”. (HC) This striking map is the
Mortier version of Jaillot’s 1674 map of the continent of Africa. It can be distinguished from the earlier Jaillot map of Africa by the date and minor changes in the
title in the top margin and it does not carry the engraver’s imprint. Based on Sanson’s second map of Africa (1668), it presents the standard Ptolemaic description
of the source of the Nile. However, Jaillot introduced a new depiction of the rivers south of these Ptolemaic lakes. The Zambeze River appears above the Zambere
and Rio de Spiritu Santo, all of which flow into the Indian Ocean. A large section of South America is shown and two St. Helena islands appear - a common error
in maps from this period. The large distance scale cartouche has six scales. The very large and decorative title cartouche includes a tumult of figures, cornucopias,
elephant, crocodile, lion and ostrich under the coat of arms of the Dauphin. Two sheets joined, as issued. Ref: Betz #156.1; cf Norwich #46. A very sharp impression
and lovely original color with just a hint of offsetting. (A)
$1800-2300
727. Africa (A New Map of Libya or old Africk Shewing its general Divisions, most remarkable Countries or People, Cities, Townes, Rivers, Mountains, &c.), Wells, A
New Sett of Maps Both of Antient and Present Geography, Oxford, ca. 1700. 19 x 14.2”. (BW) Wells’ atlas contained two maps of each region - one with its then
current form and another with ancient and classical names. This is his ‘ancient’ map of Africa, and although the whole continent is shown, only the geography of
Ptolemy is presented. Therefore, the map is largely blank, particularly in the south, which is noted as Unknown to the Ancients. The only city south of the Equator is
Rapta metropolis Barbariae and there is a notation at the tip that Vacquez de Gama was the first to sail around Africa in 1497. The large title cartouche is surmounted
by the coat of arms of the Duke of Gloucester, who was Wells’ student at Oxford and to whom Wells dedicated his atlas. Ref: Norwich #60. Crisp, dark impression.
A little staining at upper left margin. (A)
$350-450
728. Africa (Africa Elaboratissima), Schenk, Atlas Contractus, Amsterdam, ca. 1705. 22.4 x 18.7”. (HC) The bold title cartouche is the most intriguing aspect of this
large map of the African continent. The title is engraved on a masonry plinth heaped with fruit & animals. An African mounted on an elaborately armored elephant,
with panniers overflowing with trade goods, is accompanied by an armed Moor. Table Mountain is in the distant background. The map contains the customary 17th
century interior cartography with an exaggerated outline with deeply scalloped bays. The Nile arises from Lakes Zaire and Zaflan in the Ptolemaic manner and the
Congo River also originates in Lake Zaire. Schenk, in partnership with his brother-in-law Gerard Valk, purchased numerous plates from other prominent Dutch
cartographers to supplement their own engravings. This map appears to be Schenk’s original production as the design of the cartouche is completely unique. It appeared in Schenk’s Atlas Contractus between circa 1703 and 1709. Ref: Betz pp. 466-67; Norwich #63. Old color with a centerfold separation that has been partially
repaired on verso. (B)
$850-1000
729. Africa (Africa Secundum Legitimas Projectionis Stereographicae Regulas…), Haas/Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1737. 22.3 x 18.5”. (HC) Johann Matthias Haas
was a professor of mathematics at Wittenberg. For his map of Africa he used J.B. Homann’s 1715 map, augmented to include important cartographic developments
after Guillaume Delisle and D’Anville. Thus, his map presents a fairly accurate picture without most of the fictitious lakes and rivers of previous cartography. It
focuses on the known coastal regions of the continent, leaving the interior blank or marked Terra Incognito. Egypt, Nubia and Abyssinia are shown as distinct entities,
Lake Nyasa is shown as Lac Marawi, and the Congo is located. The Dutch settlements of Castell Batov and Stellenbosch are shown at the Cape. The most striking
feature of the map is the large title cartouche that is framed by elephant tusks and a horned serpent. In the foreground is a scene of natives negotiating with European
traders, surrounded by indigenous animals. In the background is a view of Table Bay and Table Mountain. Ref: Norwich #83. Old color with a centerfold separation
professionally repaired. (B+)
$550-700
730. Africa (Kaartje van Africa…), Keizer/De Lat, Atlas Portatif, Deventer, ca. 1747. 9.5 x 7.1”. (HC) Nice small map of the continent of Africa that provides a concise
look at the geographical knowledge prevalent in the mid-eighteenth century. Numerous tribal territories are carefully outlined with major place names noted. The
map extends to include a portion of the Brazilian coastline and the northeastern coastline of India. There is some repair along the outside fold with minor paper loss
in the Indian Ocean. (B+)
$140-180
731. Africa (Karte von Africa Verfasst von Herrn Robert Vaugondy…), Schraembl, Vienna, 1787. 42.5 x 38”. (BW) This wall map consists of four sheets, unjoined,
depicting Africa in great detail, and is a revised German version of Vaugondy’s map from 1767. The large, rococo cartouche is surrounded by a vignette by I. Alberti
illustrating pyramids, ruins, an elephant, a lion, and the native plants of the region. The map identifies the important trading ports, as well as various native tribes
such as the Cobonas, which are described as “cannibals.” Ref: Tooley MCC-48, p. 81 Original outline color with wide margins and insignificant soiling along blank
edges. (A+)
$550-700
732. Africa ([Lot of 3] Carte Generale de L’Afrique [and] Carte Detaillee en deux feuilles de L’Afrique et des iles qui en dependent [and] Afrique Meridionale), Brue,
Atlas Universel, Paris, 1834. 20.3 x 14.3”. (HC) These three matching maps of Africa are beautifully engraved and highly detailed. Each is surrounded with a
decorative keyboard-style board, blank verso and Brue’s blind stamped imprint.
1. Carte Generale de L’Afrique, 1834, 20.3” x 13.4”. This handsome map of the continent extends to include the Arabian Peninsula and the islands in the Indian Ocean.
There is a fair amount of geographical detail in the north and southeast. The vast center is left blank owing to the lack of actual exploration during this period.
The Nile appears to have its origin in a number of tributaries arising from an extensive mountain range labeled Monts Al-Quamar (Monts de la Lune). The south
is filled with many geographical details and the tribal regions are depicted more accurately than many other maps of this period.
2. Carte Detaillee en deux feuilles de L’Afrique et des iles qui en dependent, 1834, 20.4” x 14.6”. This is a superb map of the northern half of Africa. It is filled with
place names and notations and colored to show the various Europeans settlements and colonies. Large inset depicts Abyssinia and there is a smaller inset of the
Cape Verde Islands.
3. Afrique Meridionale, 1834, 20.3” x 14.5”. Shows the southern portion of Africa with remarkable detail. Large inset of South Africa shows the Dutch colony and
the lands of the Hottentots and Betjouanas. Another large inset shows the numerous islands of the Seychelles and several other smaller insets that carry little detail.
All with full, untrimmed margins, very fine impression and original hand coloring in outline, with a little offsetting from one of the colors. (B+)
$350-450
733. Africa (Afrique), Levasseur, Atlas Universel Illustre, Paris, ca. 1850. 17.2 x 11.3”. (HC) This decorative 19th century map of the continent shows the colonial
possessions and major tribal kingdoms. The interior is mostly void of detail, with the exception of the mythical Monts de la Lune, or Mountains of the Moon in the
center of the continent. These legendary mountains were long thought to be the source for the Nile, dating back to Ptolemy. Stanley traced a fluvial connection from
the Nile back to a mysterious snowy mountain range in Central Africa in 1888, dubbing the mountains Ruwenzori and proclaiming them the Nile source that Ptolemy
described. The map is surrounded by steel-engraved scenes by Raimond Bonheur including the pyramids, wild animals, natives, the French army in Algeria and
vignettes of Alexandria, Cairo, and Algiers. The map also includes population statistics from the major countries and French text describing the continent and the
engravings surrounding the map. (A+)
$150-200
734. Africa - French Colonies (Colonies Francaises (en Afrique)), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, ca. 1843. 16.8 x 11.7”. (HC) Fine, decorative map of the
French colonies in Senegal and Madagascar surrounded by vignettes of the lush landscapes, natives, an elephant and several other indigenous animals. This map was
illustrated by Raimond Bonheur, father of the famous painter Rosa Bonheur. (A)
$90-120
735. Africa - Northern (Amara in Africa), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, [1638]. 6 x 4”. (HC) A flock of doves perched on a lance are in the foreground of this view of
the ancient north African city of Amara, illustrating the Latin motto, Ex bello pax (From war, peace). Meisner’s emblem book, containing over 800 pictorial-poetic
compositions, was enormously popular throughout Europe in the 17th century. The plan views were based on the work of De Bry, Braun & Hogenberg, Merian and
others with the addition of emblematic figures or scenes in the foreground, juxtaposed with moralizing and edifying verses beneath the image and a Latin motto at
top. It was originally issued with 52 plates as the Thesaurus philo-politicus in 1623-24. After Meisner’s death in 1625, Eberhard Kieser, with assistance from Johann
L. Gottfried, completed the work and published it until 1631. The plates then appeared in the eight parts of Sciographia Cosmica published by Paulus Furst between
1637-78. The plates for these editions were renumbered alphanumerically in the upper right corners - A-H (identifying the 8 parts) and 1-100 (plate number). They
were finally issued in 1700 and 1704 in Rudolf J. Helmer’s Politica-politica. (A)
$140-180
736. Africa - Northern (Africae Propriae Tabula. In qua, Punica Regna Vides, Tyrios, et Agenoris Urbem), Jansson, Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, ca. 1657. 20.3 x 14.5”. (HC)
Decorative map of the coastline covering present-day Tunisia and Libya. It is based on Ortelius’ map of the same title, which in turn was based on Gastaldi’s great
map of Africa and the ancient texts of Diodorus, Siculus, Plinius, Virgilius, Appianus, Halicarnasseus, Athenaeus and Herodotus. The map extends to include Sicily
and Malta. Richly embellished with a fine title cartouche and a large text block enclosed in a strapwork cartouche. Latin text on verso. Ref: Phillips (A) #5944, Vol.
6 #16. A few minor tears in the blank margin, else fine. (A)
$350-450
737. Africa - Northwestern (Fezzae et Marocchi Regna Africae Celeberrima, Describebat Abrah. Ortelius), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1636. 20 x 15.3”. (HC) Highly
decorative map of Morocco oriented with north on the right and including the Strait of Gibraltar. It is based on the cartography of Abraham Ortelius, who is credited
in the cartouche. The Atlantic is filled with five sailing ships, including two engaged in battle. Two dancing satyrs brandishing their javelins flank the large title
cartouche. German text on verso. (A+)
$275-350
738. Morocco (Larache in Barba Ria), Meisner, Sciographia Cosmica, [1638]. 5.8 x 4.1”. (HC) This uncommon miniature view shows the Moroccan fortress of Larache
(El Araich). Built near the site of the Phoenician colony of Lixus, the city is perched on a hill overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. The dramatic scene includes a sea
battle and a mythical hippocampus being struck by lightning along with the Latin motto, Deus Punit Impudentes (God punishes the shameless).
(identifying the 8 parts) and 1-100 (plate number). They were finally issued in 1700 and 1704 in Rudolf J. Helmer’s Politica-politica. (A+)
$140-180
739. Africa - Northwestern (Estats et Royaumes de Fez et Maroc, Darha et Segelmesse…), Sanson/Mariette, Paris, 1655. 20.5 x 15.4”. (HC) This is a handsome map
of today’s Morocco and most of Algeria. It extends to include southern Spain and the Strait of Gibraltar. The map is filled with details including mountains, many
rivers and dozens of place names and is embellished with a large decorative title cartouche. A nice example of Sanson’s cartography, engraved by Jean Somer. Some
creasing, chipping and repairs in blank margins with a couple faint spots in map. (B+)
$180-220
740. Northwestern Africa (Partie du Biledulgerid ou sont Tesset, Darha, et Segelmesse), Sanson, Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…,
Paris, [1683]. 11 x 6.7”. (HC) Attractive map of southern Morocco and the Canary Islands fully engraved with mountains, rivers, oases and trails. Decorated with
an elaborate title cartouche. Engraved by Antoine d’Winter for a Dutch edition of Sanson’s pocket atlas. Toned margins with an old brown ink notation, well away
from the map. (A)
$110-150
741. Egypt (Aegypti recentior descriptio), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598]. 4.3 x 3.1”. (HC) Miniature map showing the Nile valley in great
detail with numerous place names. Pietro Maria Marchetti produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the
plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text.
Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp.78-79. (A)
$110-150
742. Alexandria, Egypt (Alexandria), Bruyn, Reizen door de vermaardste Deelen van Klein Asia, ca. 1698. 24.5 x 8.25”. (HC) This striking view shows the ruins of
the ancient city with Pompey’s Pillar and Alexandria in the background. Cornelius de Bruyn (1652-1726) was a Dutch artist who traveled through the Holy Land
and other portions of Asia. De Bruyn had to disguise his activities because this was a repressive period during the Ottoman rule when foreigners were regarded with
suspicion and the making of “graven images” was prohibited. De Bruyn avoided detection by pretending to be picnicking with two Franciscan monks who stood
guard while he made his drawings. His works are particularly historically valuable because of their accuracy. Issued folding, now flattened. A fine example with a
little roughness on paper edges. (A+)
$275-350
743. Eastern Africa (Partie Orientale d’Afrique ou se trouvent l’Egipte, la Nubie, l’Abissine, et l’Ajan…), Fer, Atlas Cureiux, Paris, 1703. 12.8 x 8.8”. (HC) This map
covers from Tunis and Benin through the horn of Africa and all of the Arabian peninsula. It is densely engraved with detail of the topography and includes numerous
notations concerning the inhabitants. The source of the Nile is shown in a lake in Abyssinia and the Nile and Niger rivers are shown connected. Original outline color
with some toning and foxing. (B)
$200-230
744. Eastern Africa ([Lot of 4] La Nubia ed Abissinia [and] Carte de l’Isle d’Anjouan une des Isles de Comore [and] Carte de la Coste Orientale d’Afrique… [and] Empire
du Monomotapa et Etats Voisins), ca. 1740-84. (HC)
1) La Nubia ed Abissinia, by Antonio Zatta, ca. 1784, (16 x 12”). Delicately engraved sheet also includes the southwestern part of the Arabian peninsula from Mecca
to Aden. The title cartouche is a stone monolith. Toned on centerfold (B).
2) Carte de l’Isle d’Anjouan une des Isles de Comore par le Cape. Cornwal , by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, ca. 1757 (6.3 x 8.2”). This little map illustrates Anjouan Island
(also known as Ndzuwani or Nzwani) one of the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean. There is some paper restoration in the right side margin, not affecting the
map (A).
3) Carte de la Coste Orientale d’Afrique, depuis le XIIIe Degre de Latitude Meridionale jusqu’au XVIe Degre de Latitude Septentrionale…, by Jacques Nicolas Bellin,
ca. 1757, (7.7 x 9.5”). Prepared for the Minister of the Navy, this map covers the eastern coastline from the Cape of Good Hope to Cape Gada. Issued folded,
now flattened (A+)
4) Empire du Monomotapa et Etats Voisins, by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, circa 1757 (10.4x 7.8”). This map features the Kingdom of Monomotapa roughly in today’s
Mozambique. Based on Delisle, it includes the Zambeze River and is bisected by the Tropic of Capricorn. It is filled with notations on gold mines and the supposed
sources of rivers. (A+) See descriptions.
$275-350
745. Western Africa (Guinea), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1663-80. 20.5 x 15”. (HC) Elegantly engraved map covering the coast from Sierra Leone to Gabon. The land is
filled with animals and the sea is decorated with ships and compass roses. The large title cartouche is flanked by two natives and topped by a very human-looking
monkey. On the left of the title is a dedication cartouche to D. Nicolao Tulp, a famous Dutch doctor, and to the right two child-like sea creatures carry a large elephant
tusk, representing the flourishing ivory trade. Latin text on verso describes the country, with page number 5 at upper left. Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #63; Norwich #315.
Dark impression on a full sheet with wide margins and fine old coloring. There is some variable light toning and offsetting. (B+)
$400-500
746. Africa - Western (Partie Occidentale d’Afrique ou se Trouve les Isles Canaries, et du Cap Verd…), Fer, Atlas Curieux, Paris, ca. 1705. 12.8 x 8.8”. (HC) This
uncommon map of western Africa provides a surprising amount of information. The Canary and Cape Verde Islands are prominently featured, as are the kingdoms
along the Guinee coast that were so important to European trade. The map is centered on the Tropic of Cancer and includes a compass rose, a distance scale, and a
table with the latitude and longitude for various locations. Original outline color with wide margins and light toning along edges in blank margins. (A) $200-240
747. Africa - Western (Carte de l’Afrique Francoise ou du Senegal), Delisle, 1727. 24 x 18.5”. (HC) This impressive, large map covers present-day Senegal and Gambia.
The map shows the extent of various tribes and provides extensive detail along the Senegal River. The region was an important center for African trade, especially
the slave trade, and was the site of various battles between the European powers. This map represents the French interests in the region who broke the Portuguese
monopoly in the late 16th century and established trading posts along the river. Decorated with large title and scale of miles cartouches. The map was originally
drawn by Delisle and dated 1727 in the scale cartouche. Original color. Some foxing in the lower portion of the image and along centerfold, mostly visible on verso.
(B)
$350-450
748. Africa - Western (Guinea Propria, nec non Nigritiae vel Terrae Nigrorum Maxima Pars…), Haas/Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1743. 22.3 x 18.3”. (HC) This remarkable map is one of the most detailed maps of West Africa produced during the mid-eighteenth century. Information is confined only to those regions that were well
known and it is particularly well delineated along the Niger River and the coast where there are extensive notations. The map is embellished with a large vignette
of a native village with the distance scales engraved onto elephant tusks representing this important trade commodity of the region. A key at the bottom of the map
identifies the various peoples and types of habitats. There is a French title at the top right. Old color with a short centerfold separation at bottom that just enters
neatline has been professionally repaired. One small insignificant spot off the coast of Guinea. (A)
$350-450
749. Africa - Central (Le Royaume Abyssin ou l’empire du Preste Iean), Boisseau, Tresor des Cartes Geographiques, Paris, 1643. 7.3 x 5”. (BW) This rare little map of
was copied from the Jansson plate for his Atlas Minor. The legendary kingdom of the Christian Prester John is the central focus of this small map of central Africa.
It is based on the reports of the Portuguese explorer, Francisco Alveres, who searched for the mythical kingdom in the year 1520. The kingdom itself is shown atop
the Amara M. The Nile is shown with its source in the Ptolemaic twin lakes of Zaire and Zaflan, at the foot of the Mountains of the Moon (Luna M.). This map is
from the first true world atlas produced in France. It was prepared for the education of the future king of France, XIV, Ref: Betz pp. 265-66. Narrow, but adequate,
top margin, as issued. (A+)
$240-300
750. Africa - Southern ([Lot of 2] Plan du Fort et de la Ville du Cap de Bonne Esperance [and] Carte de la Coste Occidentale d’Afrique…), Bellin/Van Schley, Histoire
Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1750-1764. (HC)
1)Plan du Fort et de la Ville du Cap de Bonne Esperance, circa 1764, (10.3 x 8.3”). Detailed plan of the Dutch fort and settlement at the Cape of Good Hope showing
the town and fort with a key at bottom listing fourteen important locations. Titles in both French and Dutch. B+ condition - stained margins, else very good.
2)Carte de la Coste Occidentale d’Afrique…, ca. 1750, (10.2 x 9.5”). Covers the southwestern coast of Africa extending from Benguela to the Cape of Good Hope,
presenting coastal detail only. Beautifully decorated with elaborate title cartouche, simple key cartouche and compass rose. Dutch title in bottom margin. A+
condition. See descriptions.
$200-300
751. Africa - Southern (Miller’s New Map of British South Africa), Capetown, ca. 1900. 27.5 x 27.5”. (PC) This scarce and highly detailed large pocket map of South
Africa was published in Cape Town at about the time of the Second Boer War. The map was published to fill a need in the rapidly growing country for an accurate
map of the region. It delineates the extensive “Proclaimed” gold producing areas with yellow overprinting. There are eleven inset maps and plans including a very
large map of Rhodesia and another large map of the Witwatersrand region. The Rand gold-fields have produced over 40% of the gold mined from the earth. The
inset map is highly detailed and delineates the band of gold reefs with red overprinting, and names more than 35 divisions. Other insets include detailed city plans of
Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Kimberley and Port Elizabeth. The legend identifies railways and telegraph lines, roads and steamship routes, as well as the colonial
holdings of England, Portugal and Germany. The table at bottom provides rail and steamship distances. The map is backed with original linen and folds into cloth
covers with marbled paper pastedowns. Published by T. Maskew Miller, Bookseller, Capetown, Pretoria, & Bulawayo. The map and linen are near fine, with just a
few areas of roughness at fold intersections due to thick paper. The covers are also very nice with little sign of wear. (A)
$200-250
Pacific Ocean, New Zealand, Australia
752. Pacific Ocean (Maris Pacifici, (quod vulgo Mar del Zur)), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1589. 19.3 x 13.4”. (HC) Ortelius’ seminal map of the
Pacific is the first printed map devoted to the Pacific and the first to label the Americas separately as North and South subsequent to Mercator’s 1538 world map.
The map draws on the cartography of Frans Hogenberg, Mercator’s world map of 1569, and Portuguese manuscript maps of Bartolomeo de Lasso. It widens the gap
between Asia and North America while properly locating the Philippines and Japan, although there is an odd Isla de Plata above Japan. North America is depicted
considerably narrower and more correctly at the Tropic of Cancer, and the head of the Gulf of California is shown in a new form with the R. Grande being introduced
for the first time, although misplaced. The large southern continent, Terra Australis, stretches over the bottom of the map, but the name Tierra del Fuego appears south
of the Strait of Magellan. The map is adorned with two elaborate cartouches and Magellan’s surviving ship Victoria is pictured along with two smaller ships. First
state with the date 1589 in the cartouche. Latin text on verso with manuscript numeral 6 and habitantes mutuo in the last line, indicating a published date of 1612.
Ref: Burden #74; Cohen, p. 31-33; Goss (NA) #14; Wheat (TMW) #24; van den Broecke #12; Suarez, p. 46, 65. A fine example with a strong impression and wide
margins. (A+)
$9000-12000
753. Pacific Ocean (Mare del Sud, detto altrimenti Mare Pacifico…), Coronelli, Atlante Veneto, Venice, ca. 1691. 23.7 x 17.8”. (BW) This splendid map of the Pacific
Ocean shows most of the coastlines of the Americas and the partially-known islands off the eastern coast of Asia. California is presented as a large island in the Foxe
form. Isola del Giapone (Japan) is shown only 50 degrees from the California coast with the imaginary island of Terra de Iesso shown as a large landmass between
Asia and North America. A portion of the coastline of New Zealand is shown with the discoveries of Able Tasman, and hinting that it may be part of the great southern continent. A little of Tasmania is shown as Terra d’Antonio Diemens and a partial coastline of Australia is shown blending into New Guinea. A notation below
the equator states that the Spanish crossed the central Pacific from New Spain to the Philippines in sixty days. The route of Dutchmen, Jacob le Maire and Willem
Cornelisz Schouten, through the South Pacific is traced. This important voyage (1615-17) opened a new shipping route from the Atlantic to the Pacific and proved
that Tierra de Fuego was an island and not a part of some massive southern continent. The map is adorned with a cartouche featuring aquatic putti surrounding a
large shell filled with pearls and coral. The map is dedicated to Cavalier Giulio Giustinian with the arms of the Holy Roman Empire. Ref: Burden #680; McLaughlin
#104; Tooley (AUS) p. 48, #350; Tooley (AMER) p.125, #58. Fine impression with some toning along centerfold. (B+)
$2200-2750
754. North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America (Tartariae sive Magni Chami Regni Tipus), Ortelius/Marchetti, Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, [1598].
4 x 2.8”. (HC) While designed to illustrate the expansive kingdom of the Great Khan in Asia, this tiny map’s main feature is the Stretto di Anian separating Asia and
North America based on the theory of Giacomo Gastaldi. Near the southern entrance to this straight is a large and strangely shaped Japan with a notation concerning the writings of Marco Polo. In North America, the Sierra Nevadas are named in California, as are five of the mythical cities of Cibola. Pietro Maria Marchetti
produced the second pocket atlas based on Abraham Ortelius’ folio Theatrum. It is often referred to as the plagiarized version of the Epitome. The copper plates are
closely copied from those of Philip Galle’s 1593 Italian edition. On a full sheet (5.5 x 7.5”) of Italian text below map and on verso. Ref: Burden #128; King (2nd
ed.) pp. 78-79. (A+)
$180-230
755. North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America (Tartariae sive Magni Chami Regni Typus), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598].
18.5 x 13.8”. (HC) This extremely decorative map is important for several reasons and therefore becomes a foundation map for a variety of collection subjects. The
map was beautifully engraved by Frans Hogenberg and is filled with decoration including two encampments of Tartars, sailing ships, a flying fish and two elaborate
strapwork cartouches. French text on verso.
It is the earliest printed map to focus on the North Pacific and the Stretto di Anian. Ortelius’ depiction increased public awareness of Gastaldi’s theory of a strait
between the continents of Asia and America. It also includes a very early depiction of Japan, which is shown as a huge group of islands taking up nearly the entire
North Pacific and located equal distance from both Asia and America. A notation reveals that Japan, called Zipangri by Marco Polo and also Chrÿse, was once attacked by the great Khan. It is also one of the earliest (obtainable) maps to depict Northwestern America and to name California (C. Califormio). Six of the mythical
Seven Cities of Cibola are located in the present-day Southwestern United States. This information was derived from reports of the ill-fated expedition of Francisco
Vasquez de Coronado in 1541.
The map was designed to illustrate the expansive Kingdom of the Great Khan in Asia, which according to Ortelius is bounded by the river Ob, Lake Kataia, the Volga,
the Caspian Sea, the river Chesel, the mountains of Usson, the area of Tibet, the river Caromora and the Morning Ocean. Ref: Burden #41; Van den Broecke #163;
Wagner (NW) #81; Wheat (TMW) #16; Walter #11E. Original color with wide margins as issued. Tears in bottom blank margin with old repairs visible and archival
tape on verso. There are a couple of tiny abrasions in image. (B+)
$1600-2000
756. North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America (Carte des Nouvelles Decouvertes au Nord de la Mer du Sud), Delisle/Buache, Paris, ca. 1752. 25 x
18”. (HC) This is the first state of this important map of the Pacific Northwest and the region that would become Alaska. It depicts the discoveries of the Russians in
1723, 1732 and 1741, the tracks of Bering’s first and second voyages, Joseph Nicolas Delisle’s voyage with Capt. Tchirikow in 1741, the track of De Frondat’s voyage
of 1709, and the route of the Galleons in 1743. But more importantly it features the imaginary cartographic theories of Philippe Buache for the first time on a printed
map. The west coast of North America is entirely fictitious north of Cap Blanc with an enormous Sea of the West, Lac Valasco, Isle of Bernarda. A network of rivers
and lakes making up most of a Northwest Passage is derived from the apocryphal voyages of the Spanish Admiral Bartholome de Fonte. The title is contained in a
rococo cartouche flanked by a native of Kamchatka in upper left corner, a native of Louisiana in upper right corner.
Joseph Nicolas Delisle’s presentation to the French Academy of Sciences and Buache’s subsequent publication of this map sparked a debate over the geography of the
region that raged in cartographic circles for nearly 30 years. The Sea of the West presented here is Buache’s first depiction of the huge sea. The concept contained
several inconsistencies with the sources credited and was soon rejected by J.N. Delisle, who published his own map of the region shortly thereafter. Buache himself
later changed his depiction of this sea. Ref: Falk 1752-7; Hayes 41; Kershaw 1201; McGuirk 17; Schwartz & Ehrenberg plt. 94; Wagner (NW) 566. Sharp impression
and original color with faint damp stain in the lower, very wide margins. (A)
$3000-4000
757. North Pacific Ocean (A Map of the Discoveries made by the Russians on the North West Coast of America. Published by the Royal Academy of Sciences at Petersburg), Jefferys, London, ca. 1761. 24.5 x 17.8”. (HC) This map, by Thomas Jefferys, is based on Gerhard Mueller’s map of 1758, which was one of the first to
correctly depict the Kurile Islands and also suggest the outline of Alaska and the Aleutian chain. It shows great detail of the Arctic coast of Siberia based on Vitus
Bering’s Second Kamchatka expedition from 1733-43, and illustrates the sea routes made by Captains Bering and Chirikof. In the largely unexplored North America,
the River of the West is boldly shown extending to Lake Winipigon. The discoveries of several different explorers are shown along the coast, including those of
Bering, Tschirikow, and Sir Francis Drake. The map includes a decorative title cartouche with an inset illustration of a ship, several small vessels and a whale. Ref:
Wagner (NW) #597; Falk #1761-3. Issued folding with original outline color. A 7” tear from right-hand side has been professionally repaired and does not distract.
The binding trim has been replaced at right. Backed with Japanese tissue. (B)
$600-800
758. North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America ([Lot of 2] The Northern Archipelago or New Discovered Islands in the seas of Kamtschatka & Anadir
[and] A Chart of the Nth West Coast of America & the Nth East Coast of Asia…), ca. 1775-1795. 9.3 x 6.8”. (BW)
1) A strongly engraved map by Thomas Bowen that shows a highly fragmented Alaska as an archipelago composed of numerous islands, the largest named Alascha I.
The map includes the northern Kuril Islands and eastern Siberia and the sea between Asia and North America based on reports of Russian discoveries in the region.
Decorative rococo-style title cartouche. Originally published in the May, 1775 of the London Magazine. Very nice example (A).
2) The title for the second map continues “Shewing the Discoveries have been lately been name in those parts.” This chart correctly shows the Alaska peninsula with
the Aleutian Islands named Catherines Archipelago. The map stretches from Kamtschatka to North America with surprising detail in north central Canada. Along
the coast numerous place names are located including Cape Flattery, Straits of Juan de Fuca, Queen Charlotte’s Island and Montague Island, to mention a few. A
British Factory is located by Port Brooks. Mackenzie’s tract of 1793 is delineated from the interior to the Pacific Ocean. This map was produced in Boston by
Jedidiah Morse, engraved by E.G. Gridley. Two small spots. (B+) Ref: 1) Jolly LOND-307.
$250-350
759. North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America ([Lot of 2 - Bering Strait] Charte von der Behringsstrasse… [and] Carte de l’Entree de Norton, et du
Detroit de Bhering…), ca. 1785-1816. (BW)
1. Charte von der Behringsstrasse. Nach Merkators Projection, by Otto von Kotzebue, from Entdeckungs-Reise in die Sud-See und nach der Berings-Strasse zur
Erforschung einer nordostlichen Durchfahrt, dated 1816 (15.2 x 14.8”). This scarce map is based on Kotzebue’s exploration of the Bering Strait on the ship Rurick
in 1816, which was one of the most important explorations of the northernmost Pacific after Cook. The map identifies St. Lawrence Island, with only the southeast
and western parts confidently known, and the Cape Prince of Wales, Cap Prince de Galles. Named for the previous Russian explorer and Kotzebue’s mentor, Cape
Krusenstern is marked where the national monument now stands. This map appeared in the 1825 Viennese account of his voyage. Ref: Suarez, Fig. 40; Falk, M.W.
1816-3. Condition: Issued folding with light offsetting that does not distract. (B+)
2. Carte de l’Entree de Norton, et du Detroit de Bhering ou l’on voit le Cap le plus Oriental de l’Asie, et la Pointe la plus Occidentale de l’Amerique, by Cook/Benard,
circa 1785 (15.2 x 10.4”). French edition of this map from the expedition of Capt. James Cook. It covers the Bering Strait from south of Norton Sound to north of
Cap du Prince de Galles and the corresponding coastline of Russia. Features include hachures representing coastal mountains, islands, place names and soundings.
St. Lawrence Island, Isles de Clerke, is partially shown. Tracks of both the 1778 and 1779 explorations are delineated; Cook having done the former and Clerke
the latter after Cook’s death in Hawaii in Feb. 1779. Condition: Issued folding, with a tiny hole at fold intersection. Damp stains on left-hand side and right-hand
top corner entering blank area on map image. (B) See descriptions.
$1000-1400
760. North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America (Karte von den N.W. Amerikanischen und N.OE. Asiatischen Kusten…), Schraembl, Allgemeiner
Grosser Atlas, Vienna, 1788. 26.5 x 15.4”. (HC) Handsome large-scale map of the coastlines of the North Pacific based on the map by Capt. Cook’s cartographer,
Lieutenant Henry Roberts. It covers the western coast of Alaska and the east coast of Asia including Kamtschaka and illustrates Cook’s explorations in 1778 and
1779. Excellent detail in the Bering Straits, including extensive notes on soundings. Notes concerning other explorations in the region are also included both along
the coasts and inland. The Schraembl edition of Cook’s map is one of the scarcest editions. Ref: Kershaw #1149. Original outline color with wide margins and damp
stain along right-hand edge confined to blank margin. There is a small rust stain in the map. (B+)
$300-375
761. South Pacific Ocean ([A Chart of the Pacific Ocean from the Equinoctial to the Latitude of 39 1/2 D No.]), Anson, London, ca. 1748. 12.6 x 10.6”. (HC) This is the
western sheet from this unusual chart that details the route of Spanish galleons from the Philippines through the Mariana Islands on their way to Acapulco along with
the track of British Navy Commodore George Anson.
In 1740 Anson set sail in command of a squadron sent to attack Spanish possessions and interests in South America. The expedition was ill-equipped and failed to
carry out its original ambitious mission. By June 1741 when Anson reached Juan Fernandes, his force had been reduced to only three of the original six ships, while
the strength of his crews had fallen from 961 to 335. After recuperating on the island, he collected the remaining survivors on his flagship, the Centurion, and set sail
in search of one of the richly laden galleons that conducted the trade between Mexico and the Philippines. The indomitable perseverance he had shown during one
of the most arduous voyages the history of sea adventure gained the reward of the capture of an immensely rich prize, the Nuestra Señora de Cabadonga, which he
encountered off Cape Espiritu Santo on June 20, 1743. Ref: cf Mercator’s World Nov/Dec ‘98 p. 44. (A)
$150-200
762. South Pacific Ocean (Carte Generale de l’Oceanie ou Cinquieme partie de Monde), Brue, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1834. 20.5 x 14.5”. (HC) Beautifully engraved
and attractive map that shows the entire South Pacific Ocean. It extends to include the entire East Indies and across the Pacific to show the Baja Peninsula and part of
Mexico. Australia is also labeled Nouvelle Hollande with its interior virtually blank and only one political division Australie Meridle in the south, an early reference
to the territory of South Australia. This is the updated 1834 map from the 1827 edition. With Brue’s embossed seal and a decorative keyboard-style border. Very
nice example with fine impression, original outline color and wide, untrimmed margins. A couple of tiny spots in margins that do not distract. (A+)
$250-325
763. South Pacific Ocean (Oceanie), Levasseur, Atlas Universel Illustre, Paris, ca. 1850. 16.7 x 11.3”. (HC) This map covers the entire South Pacific including Australia,
New Zealand and Southeast Asia. The map is surrounded by beautifully rendered steel engraved scenes that feature the natives of the region, portraits of French
explorers, a harbor vignette, and French text that describes the region. (A+)
$140-180
764. Pacific Islands, Pitcairn Island (Carte et Vues de l’Isle Pitcairn), Benard, Hawkesworth’s Cartes et Figures des Voyages…, Paris, ca. 1774. 9.8 x 7”. (HC) Small map
of the rocky island with four sailor’s prospective views below. Pitcairn Island was discovered by Admiral Carteret and named for Robert Pitcairn, the midshipman
that first sighted the island in 1767. One of the most romantic tales of the Pacific centers on the remote Pitcairn Island, located southeast of the Tuamotu Archipelago.
In 1790 nine mutineers from the British ship Bounty, accompanied by 18 Polynesians, sought refuge on the island and remained hidden until the small colony was
discovered in 1808. Issued folded. There is a small spot at top left and a light damp stain in the lower left corner. (B+)
$140-180
765. Pacific Islands, Tonga (Plan de l’Ile Tonga-Tabou Leve et dresse par M.E. Paris, Enseigne de Vaisseau. Expedition de la Corvette de S.M. l’Astrolabe), Dumont
d’Urville, Paris, ca. 1835. 23 x 16.7”. (BW) Detailed chart of the major island in the Tonga group (Friendly Islands) showing the routes of the Astrolabe in 1827,
and Capt. Cook’s Resolution in 1777. Mild soiling in map and a few small tears in the blank margin which have been repaired with tissue on verso. (A)$200-250
766. Pacific Islands (Polynesia, or Islands in the Pacific Ocean), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1851. 13.5 x 10”. (HC) This very
detailed map covers Oceania from the east coast of Australia to California. Scores of islands, the Society, Friendly, New Hebrides, Caroline, and Sandwich island
groups are located, including tiny islands and shoals. A delicately engraved border surrounds the area and vignettes of Kalakakooa - Sandwich Islands; Otaheite;
Harbour of Dory - New Guinea; and Resolution Bay - Marguesas. The Baja Peninsula is Old California. The vignettes and border are nicely colored in an understated hand which compliments the subtle original coloring in the body of the map. Minor soiling confined to blank margins. (A)
$150-200
767. New Zealand (Plan de la Baye Dusky (Obscure) a la Nouve. Zelande), Cook, Paris, 1773. 14.8 x 8”. (BW) A remarkable and early chart of the area centered on
Resolution Island in today’s Fiordland National Park on the southern island. The complex geography of the fiords is illustrated, naming Long Island, Point Five Fingers, Break-Sea Island, Gilbert Isles, Wetjacket Arm, Coopers Island, and much more. Inset details Pickersgill Harbour with a fleur-de-lis and soundings in fathoms.
Engraved by Benard. Excellent impression on a sound sheet. Two tiny spots in left side of image, else fine. (A)
$200-250
Antique Prints, Engravings, Manuscripts & Leafs
768. Birds (Le Rollier vulgaire, Femelle. No. 33), Levaillant, Histoire Naturelle des Oiseaux de Paradis et des Rolliers, Paris, ca. 1806. 13.5 x 20”. (HC) This magnificent
female Roller bird was drawn by Jacques Barraband, engraved by Peree, and printed by Rousset. The Roller bird derives its name from its ability to roll or turn over
during flight. (A+)
$130-170
769. Birds (Belted Kingsfisher), Audubon, 1860. 19.3 x 29.5”. (HC) This original chromolithograph is Plate 255 from the double-elephant folio Bien edition of Audubon’s
great work on American ornithology. The Belted Kingfisher is one of only three Kingfisher species that exist in North America, although there are over 90 species
of Kingfishers throughout the world. Unlike most bird species, the female Belted Kingfisher is actually more colorful than the male, and gives this species its name
due to the bands of color around her throat and breast. This print shows a female enjoying a fish with one male perched near her and another flying overhead. Set
within a background of a Louisiana bayou, which is the kingfisher’s favorite habitat. Spectacular color with expert paper restoration to a small tear in left-hand side
of blank margin, far from image. (A+)
$800-1000
770. Birds ([Lot of 9 - Birds]), Studer, Studer’s Popular Ornithology The Birds of North America, [1881]. 8.8 x 12.3”. (PC) This lot is composed of nine fine chromolithographed images from Studer’s important ornithological work, including blue birds, owls, and the extinct Passenger Pigeon plate.
Plate XXIX. The Passenger Pigeon. Light foxing. (B+)
Plate LIII. Black-backed Three-toed Woodpecker, Banded Three-toed Woodpecker, Hudson’s Bay Chickadee, White-winged Crossbill. (A)
Plate II. The Golden Woodpecker, The Red-Headed Woodpecker, The White-Breasted, Black-Capped Nuthatch. Some foxing. (B)
Plate V. The Great Horned Owl, The Rose-breasted Grossbeak, The American Red Start, The Black-throated Blue Warbler. Some foxing. (B)
Plate XI. The Yellow-shanked Snipe, The Semi-palmated Sand-pipers, The Great Tern, or Sea Swallow. Light foxing. (B+)
Plate XII. The Baltimore Oriole, The Orchard Oriole, The Indigo Blue Bird, The Hooded Fly-catcher. Some foxing. (B)
Plate XXIII. The Blue-Bird. Minor foxing. (B+)
Plate L. The Olive-sided Flycatcher, Red-bellied Nuthatch, Wood Pewee, Traill’s Flycatcher, Pewit Flycatcher, The Mourning or Car. Light foxing. (B+)
Plate LXXIII. Red and White-shouldered Blackbird, Three-colored Tropial, Lewis’ Woodpecker, Red-shafted Flicker, Anna Hummingbird. (A) Each sheet with its
original tissue sheet. See individual descriptions.
$160-200
771. Birds ([Lot of 5 - Birds]), Studer, Studer’s Popular Ornithology The Birds of North America, [1881]. 8.8 x 12.3”. (PC) Five lovely chromolithographed plates from
Studer’s important ornithological work. This lot includes:
Plate LXVIII. A Pair of Pink Flamingos. (A)
Plate XLIV. A Wood Ibis. (A)
Plate XLIII. The Frigate or Man of War Bird. (A)
Plate III. The White or Whooping Crane. Some foxing. (B)
Plate VII. The Green Heron, The Cat Bird, The Maryland Yellow Throat. Minor foxing. (B+) Each sheet with its original tissue sheet. See individual descriptions.
$140-180
772. Native Americans ([Lot of 8 - Native Americans]), Bry, Grands Voyages, Frankfurt, ca. 1600. 8.3 x 13”. (HC) Included are nine prints of Native Americans and
two prints of a French fort, all on eight sheets with German text.
The print on p. 162 is a fascinating scene of native Floridians hunting crocodile. A rough translation provides the details of how the alligators were caught. Grasping
a pointed tree trunk ten or twelve feet long, they advance towards the animal, who usually crawls along with open mouth, and when he opens his mouth they quickly
plunge the thinnest part of the pole into it in such a way that he cannot get it out because of the roughness and irregularity of the bark. Turning the crocodile over,
they then pound and pierce his belly, which is the softest part of his body, with blows from clubs and arrows. The print on p. 168 shows ten Native American figures
from the Secota, Pomeiooc and Roanoke tribes, which lived in Virginia and North Carolina. The figures include wives, a priest, and a sorcerer. The print on p. 327
is a view of the natives of Florida worshiping a column erected by Captain Ribaut. The column is engraved with the arms of the king of France and decorated with
garlands. The Floridian king, Athore, is showing the column to a group of French explorers from the second voyage under the command of Laudonniere. Other prints
in this lot show Native Americans building canoes, readying for battle, and performing ceremonies. Light toning with some minor stains in blank margins. (B+)
$900-1100
773. Native Americans (Nineteenth Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology 1897-98), Fewkes, Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington D.C., [1900].
8 x 12”. (PC) This important BAE report was published when John Wesley Powell was its director, published in two volumes; this being Part 2. With numerous
plates including the spectacular colored folding plate showing elaborate Mayan drawings found in Honduras, and several color plates depicting the Hopi snake dance
and related ceremonies. The volume contains the following reports with plates: Tusayan migration traditions, by Jesse Walter Fewkes; Location (or localization) of
Tusayan clans, by Cosmos Mindeleff; Mounds in northern Honduras, by Thomas Gann; Mayan calendar systems, by Cyrus Thomas; Primitive numbers, by W. J.
McGee; Number systems of Mexico and Central America, by Cyrus Thomas; Tusayan Flute and Snake ceremonies, by Jesse Walter Fewkes; The wild rice gathers
of the upper lakes: A Study in American Primitive Economics, by Albert Ernest Jenks. 4to, 571-1160 pp. Hardbound in original red pebbled leather, gilt and raised
bands on spine, marbled end papers and foredges Contents fine and signatures tight. Covers very good, but spine is missing upper 1” and is split on front edge with
cello tape for support - needs rebacking. (C+)
$150-200
774. Native Americans (Twenty-First Annual Report of the Bureau of American Ethnology...1899-1900), Fewkes, Bureau of American Ethnology, Washington D.C.,
[1903]. 8 x 11.5”. (PC) This complete 1903 edition contains the famous chromolithographic plates of Hopi Katchinas that were painted by three Hopi artists for
Fewkes. The report includes The Report of the Director, which provides a description of the office research, field research and explorations, etc. There are two papers
of ethnological importance, Hopi Katchinas and Iroquoian Cosmology. The section, “Hopi Katchinas Drawn by Native Artists” by Jesse Walter Fewkes, relates to
certain supernatural beings of the Hopi pantheon known as Katchinas. It is profusely illustrated with chromolithographed plates that are made from drawings by
Indian artists well-versed in their symbolism. Each plate is backed up with a brief description and throws a fresh insight into the religious customs and art of the
Hopi. It also provides a list of the societies and festivals associated with kachinas. The last section, “Iroquoian Cosmology First Part” by J.N.B. Hewitt, provides an
interesting and informative outline of three of five versions of Iroquoian cosmology - Onandaga, Seneca and Mohawk. Each version covers the legend of how “man
came about” in three forms; the legend in the native language as told by a tribal elder, a “metaphorical” translation and a lyrical translation in a narrative form (in
English). Six photographic plates portray tribal leaders. Map in back pocket is titled North America Bureau of American Ethnology Progress Map, (17.5 x 23.5”).
8vo, 360 pp, complete. Hardbound in original green cloth with embossed gilt vignette of Indian chief on front and title on spine. This is probably the most colorful
and sought-after of the BAE reports, published when John Wesley Powell was its director. Cover and gilt with virtually no wear, just very slight bumping to corner
with a couple loose signatures. (A)
$500-600
775. Native Americans (Bureau of American Ethnology 23rd Annual Report 1901- 1902), Powell, Washington D.C., [1904]. 8 x 11.5”. (PC) This is one of the most
sought-after BAE annual reports. This book contains a lengthy report by Matilda Coxe Stevenson titled The Zuni Indians, which was the most complete examination of traditional Zuni culture of the late 19th century, since the pioneering work of Frank Hamilton Cushing. The book includes 139 plates, including 47 full-color
chromolithographs of Zuni dancers, kachinas, masks, ceremonies, altars, and other ritual objects, as well as reproductions of black-and-white photographs showing
daily life and pottery. Hardbound in original green cloth with gilt head of American Indian to top board and embossed stamp on back board, 634 pp. A bullet hole
(seriously) to the spine resulted in minor damage to interior pages and plates, but is primarily confined to blank margins. Binding is shaken and has some loose pages
- a good candidate for rebinding unless one wanted to make up a tall tale to explain the bullet hole. (B)
$300-400
776. Prints Ships (Tab. V. Architectura Navalls oder Schiffs Bau Kunst), Hubner, Augsburg, ca. 1760. 9 x 7.5”. (HC) Small engraving based on Seutter’s great description
of a three-masted 96-gun man-o-war. The rendering includes a fine view of the ship with detailed diagrams of its equipment, construction, rigging, cutaway detail of
the decks, etc. (A+)
$200-250
777. Politics, United States ([Portrait of George Washington]), Le Costume ancien et moderne ou histoire du gouvernement…, ca. 1827. 5 x 7”. (HC) A beautiful aquatint engraving of George Washington from Giulio Ferrario’s work, which went far beyond being a mere history of costume. The volume on North America included
images from De Bry, Cook, La Perouse, Vancouver, etc., and several historical views of the United States including this fine portrait of Washington by Gallo Gallina.
A superb example of aquatint engraving, it is so finely rendered that one can almost feel the velvet jacket. Some of the color is a part of the printing process and then
it was finished by hand with water color. There is some minor foxing in the blank margins. (A)
$200-275
778. Politics, United States ([Lot of 2 - George Washington and General Nathanael Greene]), ca. 1900-1913. 10 x 12.8”. (BW) These fine examples of mezzotint engraving were created and signed in pencil by S. Arlent Edwards. Born in England in 1862, S. Arlent Edwards studied art and architecture before becoming known for his
mezzotint reproductions of well-known paintings. He moved to New York in 1890 to become a book illustrator and began to revive the art of single-print mezzotint
engravings in color which had not been in use since the late eighteenth century. Edwards was known for inking and printing the plates on his own, and then only
printing a limited number of copies before destroying each plate. This set of prints includes portraits of George Washington and General Nathanael Greene.
The first portrait shows George Washington with a figured curtain in the background, and is monogrammed with “SAE” and the date 1900 in the lower-right corner
of the engraving. A rosette lies just below the engraving in the margin next to Arlent’s signature in pencil. This mezzotint was copied from an original painting by
Edward Savage from 1793, and was published by Jos. F. Sabin in New York.
The full-length portrait of Gen. Greene shows him prepared for battle with his troops in the background, and was made from an original painting by C.W. Peale, circa
1783. Green worked his way through the ranks to become Major General of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War, and succeeded in becoming
George Washington’s most gifted and dependable officer. The Greene print is accompanied by a typewritten note from the J.J. Gillespie Company certifying that the
print was a special edition of a private plate from 1913, from which only 50 impressions were made before the plate was destroyed in 1913.
George Washington: Very faint abrasion in upper-left corner. (A) Nathanael Greene: Minor abrasion in the image and professional paper restoration in upper-left
margin corner that does not distract. (B+)
$600-800
779. Religion, Bible (‘T Groot Waerelds Tafereel…), Lindenberg, 1715. 10 x 15”. (HC) Dutch prentbijbel (picture bible) richly illustrated by the famous Dutch artist,
Romain de Hooghe. Includes a superb allegorical frontispiece, two maps, a view of Solomon’s Temple, and approximately 135 engraved illustrations, most two to
a page. Original calf, raised bands on spine, covers stamped in gilt with a design centered on an armillary sphere with angels rescuing a soul from hell. Apparently
complete, as there is no evidence of plate removal. However, Poortman and Augusteijn note that Lindenberg used four of De Hooghe’s maps for his prentbijbel,
including a map of Canaan and one of Jerusalem that are not included here.
The first map, Orbis Per Creationem Institutus…, is one of the most unusual and decorative maps depicting Paradise. It covers the region from Asia Minor to India
and all of the Arabian peninsula within a circle. The Garden of Eden is located at center. At the top is the Tetragrammaton in a triangle. Surrounding the map are
four scenes: Adam and Eve in the Garden, Noah’s Ark after the Deluge, Moses receiving the Ten Commandments, and the birth of Christ.
The second map, De Reysen Christi des Heyland..., is a picturesque map of the eastern Mediterranean that covers the region from Rome through Asia Minor and the
Holy Land and depicts the ministry of Apostle Paul. Panels of scenes at the bottom show major biblical events, from the expulsion of Adam and Eve through the
resurrection of Christ. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn pp. 224-28 (#154 & 157). The frontispiece with splendid original color, heightened in gold, otherwise uncolored.
Maps and view with strong impressions, overall clean and bright. Illustrations and text with some toning and foxing. Binding sound with some shelf wear and spine
starting to crack (B+)
$1200-1500
780. Satire - Stock Trading ([Lot of 2] Law, als een tweede Don-Quichot, op Sanches Graauwtje zit ten spot [and] De wintgot, uytgebuldert hebbende, laat niet dan rampen
na), Anon., Het Groote Tafereel der Dwaasheid…, ca. 1720. 10.8 x 8”. (HC) These satirical engravings are from the important account of one the most infamous
financial meltdowns in history, known as the Mississippi Bubble incident. The first shows John Law, like Don Quixote sitting on Sancho’s ass with a trunk labeled
Bombario’s coffers. They are followed by a crowd of foolish investors gathering up the shares that are flying out of the ass. The second depicts Jupiter and Mercury
surrounded by clouds observing the destruction left behind by the collapse of various investment schemes. Dutch verse below each.
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 price of the (Carte du Mexique et de la Floride) 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. (A+)
$200-250
781. Medieval Manuscripts ([Iluminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1360. 3.5 x 5”. (HC) This tiny vellum leaf is from a French Book of Hours. There are three decorative initials and line fillers in red, blue and gold. The text on verso includes the prayer: We adore You, O Christ, and we bless You, because by Your Holy Cross You have
redeemed the world. There are some stains in the blank margins. (B)
$80-110
782. Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1430. 4.3 x 6”. (HC) A nice vellum manuscript from a French Book of Hours, in the style of a Rouen scriptorium. Written in brown and red ink, the leaf has three large initials and decorative panels in the margins with ivy and flowers in red and blue and burnished gold
leaf. The text is from the Hours of the Virgin. Minor soil. (A)
$140-180
783. Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1475. 4.8 x 6.5”. (HC) A very pretty leaf from a Parisian Book of Hours. Written on a fine sheet of buttery,
white vellum in black ink. Both sides are embellished with decorative initials illuminated in red, blue, white and burnished gold leaf. Decorative panels on both sides
are painted with gold ivy leaves and colorful flowers and fruits. The text is from the Hours of the Holy Spirit. (A+)
$275-350
784. Incunabula (Blat XXII [Abraham and Memphis]), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Amsterdam, [1493]. 10.5 x 14.5”. (HC) This great sheet includes a full length
portrait of Abraham and an imaginary view of Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt. On a full sheet of German text with blank verso. Some stains and thin paper
in the blank margins. (A)
$200-250
785. Incunabula (Folio IX), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 8.8 x 10.2”. (HC) Adam and Eve are depicted after the expulsion from the garden with
infants Cain and Abel. On verso is the beginning of the Tree of Adam which shows Cain slaying Abel. Ref: Wilson pp. 104-107. There are some stains and repairs
in the margins. (A)
$275-350
786. Incunabula (Folio XC), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 20 x 14.3”. (HC) This double-page sheet shows the lineage of the Egyptian Ptolemaic
dynasty including Cleopatra. The other side includes a variety of portraits. Issued as separate sheet and professionally joined. There is some faint foxing in the
margins. (A)
$200-300
787. Incunabula (Folio CCLV), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 9 x 14.8”. (HC) This interesting leaf contains a portrait of the important 15th century
astronomer Johannes Mueller (Latin pseudonym Regiomontanus) with a village scene below. On verso are portraits of two knights and a swarm of locusts. (A+)
$160-200
788. Early Printing ([Book of Hours Leaf]), Kerver, [1507]. 4.3 x 7”. (HC) Superb vellum leaf from this important transitional period when books began to be printed
from movable type, decorated with metal-cut illustrations and combined with hand-painted illuminated initials. It is printed on vellum in black and red with many
initials hand painted in red, blue and gold. The ornamental border on both sides illustrate scenes from the Apocalyps. The text is the Benedicite Dominum, or the
Canticle of the Three Young Men, is taken from the Old Testament book of Daniel (Dan. 3, 57-88; 56). Thielman Kerver was a printer in Paris, who worked “in vico
sancti Iacobi ad signum Vnicornis & ibidem venales habent” (in Saint Jacob’s lane under the sign of the Unicorn where they are also for sale). He began printing
Books of Hours in 1497 and continued until his death in 1522. His widow, Iolande Bonhomme, took over the firm, and continued to produce liturgical books until
1556. Kerver’s work is much less common than that of his colleagues, Simon Vostre and the Hardouins. (A+)
$110-150
Atlases & Books
789. Atlases (Atlas Portatif, Universel et Militaire…), Robert de Vaugondy, Paris, 1748. 5.4 x 7.8”. (BW) Beautiful and complete small quarto atlas containing 80 doublepage maps, 24 with interest in the Americas. The dimensions of each map is roughly 8” x 6.5” except for the occasional larger folding map. Contains the great maps
“Partie du Mexique”; “Cours du Mississipi et la Louisiane”; “la Floride devisee en Floride et Caroline”; “les Lacs du Canada and Nouvelle Angleterre”; Nouvelle
Angleterre Nlle. York, Nlle. Jersey, Pensilvanie Mariland et Virginie”; “Partie de Canada…le Fleuve St. Laurent et la nouvelle Ecosse”; and “L’Acadia.” The title
pages continues “A Paris : chez l’auteur; Durand libraire; Pissot fils libraire, 1748.” Beautifully engraved military-themed title page by Delahaye. Expertly rebound
in modern brown leather with additional end papers added. Spine with raised bands, gilt and black leather title label. A very fine example of this atlas. All maps are
clean and bright except the large triple-folding Venice which has one vertical line of toning. (A+)
$3000-4000
790. Atlases (Recueil de Cartes pour l’Etude de l’Histoire Romaine [bound with] Recueil de Cartes pour l’Etude de l’Histoire Ancienne), Philippe De Pretot, Paris, 1787.
10 x 12”. (BW) Two historical atlases bound together. The first part includes 13 maps of the Roman Empire. The second part includes 9 (of 10) maps of the world
known in ancient times - missing the map of Graecia Antiqua. Most maps are finely engraved and embellished with decorative title cartouches. The map of the world,
Carte de l’Ancien et du Nouveau Monde Suivant une projection nouvelle, shows North America with a bulging coastline above Cap Blanc and a large River of the
West connecting Lake Winnipeg with the Pacific. Australia is shown in a rudimentary form with the mainland connected to both Tasmania and New Guinea. Maps
not bound in the order called for on the lists of maps, no text. Original quarter-leather binding with marbled-paper covered boards. The majority of the maps are very
good to fine with some faint damp stains in the margins. A few are bound up-side-down. Carte ou l’on voit la position des principaux royaumes… has paper loss in
the cartouche; Theatre de la Campagne en Afrique with partial color; Africa veteribus nota has damp stains entering the border at bottom. Binding good with bumped
corners and spine starting to crack. (B+)
$1200-1500
791. Atlases (An Atlas of Ancient Geography Comprehended in Sixteen Maps, Selected from the most Approved Works, to elucidate the Writings of the Ancient Authors…),
Tanner, Philadelphia, 1826. 10.8 x 8.5”. (HC) This fine example of Tanner’s scarce historical atlas is complete with 16 double-page maps (11” x 8.6”). The maps are
1) The Places recorded in the Five Books of Moses (with the inset “The Eastern Countries as mentioned by Moses”); 2) The Purveyorships of the Reign of Solomon;
3) The Countries travelled by the Apostles; 4) Patriarchi Orientales; 5) Patriarchi Occidentalis; 6) Terra Veteribus Nota; 7) Aegyptus Antiqua; 8) Africa Antiqua; 9)
Hispania Antiqua; 10) Gallia Antiqua; 11) Italia Antiqua; 12) Graecia Antiqua; 13) Graecia pars Septentrionalis aliter Macedonia Thessalla & Epirus com Thracia; 14)
Germania Antiqua; 15) Britannicae Insulae ex Aevi Romani Monuments; and 16) Palaestina seu Terra Sancta. Hardbound with marbled paper covers and half red
leather, title page, contents, 16 maps. Published by H.S. Tanner, No. 177, Chestnut Street. 1826. Ref: Rumsey 5532 The maps are on thick paper with crisp, early
impression and beautiful color in Tanner’s style. All of the maps are fine except for the map of Solomon and Hispania, which each have a small marginal tear well
closed on verso with old paper repairs, and scattered foxing to the map of Britain. Some shelf wear to the covers and spine but are very sound with tight contents.
The front end paper is missing. Owner’s stamp on front pastedown. (B+)
$500-700
792. Atlases (Atlas Historique et Universel de Geographie Ancienne, du Moyen-Age et Moderne), Dufour/Duvotenay, Paris, 1840. 12.3 x 16.3”. (HC) Complete folio atlas
containing 44 maps including 16 historical and 28 modern maps. This atlas is uncommon as it has four beautifully lettered manuscript pages including the contents
page and the header pages for each division of maps: Geographie Ancienne; Geographie du Moyen age; and Geographie Moderne. The original printed contents page
is incorrect and has been pasted face-first onto the back of the title page. The modern maps include each continent, numerous European countries, Japan and China,
India, Persia, Turkey in Asia, Algeria, Arabia and Egypt, the West Indies, Mexico and Guatemala (Central America), Argentina and Chile, Oceania and a double-page
hemispheric map of the world. The world map includes an interesting feature in the Antipodes de Paris (the diametrically opposite location of Paris) with a reverse
image of France located just east of New Zealand. Each map carries the embossed stamp “AA” for publisher Armand Aubree and most have oval cartouches with
decorative flourishes. The unusual use of red over-printing to highlight cities, transportation networks, and other important features, make this a particularly interesting
atlas.
The map of the United States (Etats-Unis Dresses Par A.B. Dufour) shows the Independent Republic of Texas with S. Antonio de Bexar as the capital shown with
red overprinting. The northwest is Oregon Territory with a classic Fifty-Four Forty or Fight boundary with U.S. territory extending well into Canada. The Midwest
is composed of Indian Territories: Huron occupies Wisconsin, reaching the large District des Sioux at the Mississippi, which itself stretches to the Missouri River.
The huge Districe des Mandanes continues from the Missouri River to the Rocky Mountain where it meets Oregon Territory. Further south are the Ozark and Osage
districts. The southwest is labeled the Confederation Mexicaine. A good network of early roads, highlighted with red overprinting, extends as far south as Pensacola
and west to Lexington in present-day Missouri. The double-page map of North America shows the same configuration.
Title page, hidden contents page, manuscript contents page, 44 maps and three manuscript dividing pages. The title page features a decorative element with two angels
holding map making and surveying items with a terrestrial globe above. Hardbound in original quarter leather over green speckled paper boards. A very nice folio
atlas with uncommon manuscript pages. All of the maps are very good with some light toning and occasional foxing except as follows. There are some ink notations
on the maps of Central Europe and France. The double-page maps of Europe and Central Europe have clean splits on centerfold about half way, and Europe additionally has a short tear from the centerfold to Malta. Turkey in Europe has a short tear in lower margin just into border. Some scattered foxing or offsetting to Spain &
Portugal. Short centerfold split on double-page maps of Asia and Africa, with the latter being a little longer. Binding good with shelf wear and a few abrasions, spine
starting to crack. (B)
$650-800
793. Atlases ([Lot of 2] Stieler’s Hand Atlas [and] Seieler’s Schul-Atlas), Stieler, Gotha, ca. 1840-1879. 10.5 x 16”. (HC)
1. Hand Atlas uber Alle Theile der Erde und uber das Weltgedaude, circa 1879, 10” x 16”. This atlas is complete and contains 95 beautifully engraved double-page
steel plate maps. This atlas was produced in the transitional period leading to full printed colored maps; here we see a combination of hand coloring and printed color
on the maps. Each is a study in precision engraving, with exceptional detail. Of the maps, four are celestial (including a fine view of the moon), four are thematic,
and the rest cover the continents, major countries and the polar regions. Most of the maps include insets of principal cities and topographical features. A beautifully
engraved, two-sheet title page graces the front. Hardbound in original half calf over brown pebble cloth boards, marbled end papers, title page, text, 94 maps and
charts. Published from Gotha by Justus Perthes. The binding shows shelf wear at tips and edges of spine, with the covers starting at front. The front cover has a
crushed section at middle along outside edge. The maps are all very good or fine with lovely impression and color. The map of the East Indies is loose.
2. Stieler’s Schul-Atlas, circa 1840, 12” x 9”. The maps of North America and United States show the Independent Republic of Texas. On the map of the United
States the northwest is labeled Oregon District and extends far into Canada, here called Hudsonia. The mid-west above Texas is divided into three huge districts,
namely Mandan, Osage and Ozark. Wisconsin and part of Minnesota is labeled Huron District. The atlas contains 26 maps and no title page. The maps are generally
B+ to B with some staining and marginal soiling. The map of Europe is loose and trimmed. Half calf over marbled paper covered boards. Covers are attached but
the marbled paper is perished. Should be considered a collection of maps. See individual descriptions.
$300-400
794. Atlases (A New Universal Atlas Containing Maps of the Various Empires, Kingdoms, States and Republics of the World. With a special map of each of the United
States...forming a series of one hundred and seventeen maps, plans and sections), Tanner, Philadelphia, [1842]. 14.4 x 18.8”. (HC) This rare atlas includes 116 maps
on 68 (of 69) sheets including the thematic Heights of the Principle Mountains in the World as the frontis. The second thematic plate is not present and judging from
the undisturbed binding was probably omitted by the binder. This world atlas begins with the “Map of the World on the Globular Projection,” followed with more
than 30 maps of North American interest including city plans of New York, Philadelphia and Washington, and numerous maps of South America, Europe, Asia, Africa,
and Oceania.
The map of Texas is unnumbered and listed in the contents after Mexico as page 30-1/2 . This is Bradford’s map of the Independent Republic of Texas that was patterned on Stephen Austin’s seminal map. The map shows the empresario grants, lakes, rivers, creeks, towns and Indian villages. The Old Mexican Garrison is located
on the Brazos River north of Deer Creek. This map correctly shows the border with Mexico on the Rio Grande rather than the Rio de las Nueces as depicted in earlier
plates. The boundary with the United States is along the Red River. The map locates and names San Antonio de Bexar, Austin, Sabine, St. Augustine, Nacogdoches,
Victoria, Goliad (formerly Bahia), Texana, Waco Village, Tenoxititlan, and more. Houston is not named on this edition. There are nearly 30 grants and regions named,
including Stephen F. Austin, Woodbury & Cos, Cameron’s, (two separate parts), Zavalla’s and Whelin’s. Engraved by G.W. Boynton, copyright date 1838.
The map of Iowa Territory is not listed in the contents, but is placed between Illinois and Missouri and numbered 27-1/2. This is a great map depicts only 20 counties
clustered along the Mississippi River in the southeast. There are a number of early settlements (many of which do not exist today) and roads depicted in this region.
The lion’s share of the territory is divided among Indian nations; the Sioux in the north, and the Sauks and Foxes, Iowas and Pottawattamies in the south - separated
by a large swath through the middle labeled Neutral Ground. The northern boundary extends beyond the Falls of Anthony and Fort Snelling, and no western boundary is shown.
This 1842 edition is probably the last issued by Tanner as he sold the publishing rights to the atlas to Carey and Hart sometime in 1842. Folio, frontis, title page,
Author’s Note, Table of Contents, maps and plans, Index. Title page has engraved “First Landing of Columbus in the New World” with his three ships in the background. Hardbound in original half leather over cloth covered boards, front cover with stamped gilt title. The maps are exquisite with strong original color and dark,
early impressions on clean paper, generally fine. The thematic map has offsetting from the title page. Cover edge and tips are worn and the spine highly worn with a
piece at top missing. The back cover detached and free end papers are soiled. A simple binding restoration will make this a near perfect example of this rare atlas.
$7500-8500
795. Atlases (A New Universal Atlas Containing Maps of the Various Empires, Kingdoms, States and Republics of the World…), Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co., Philadelphia, [1854]. 13.8 x 17.3”. (HC) The title continues “With a special map of each of the United States, Plans of Cities &c. Comprehended in seventy five sheets
and forming a series of one hundred and twenty two Maps Plans and Sections.” This is an unusually fine copy of this famous and highly sought after atlas, complete
with 75 maps of the world, North America and the other continents, Oceanica, the United States and its territories, and numerous city plans. The atlas concentrates
mainly on the American continent, and features many important and desirable maps including the several double-page maps.
The map of Texas is one of the most influential atlas maps of the period. It depicts the new boundaries that were determined by the Compromise of 1850. The organized
counties extend only to Cooke in the north and Kinney in the southwest. The western edge of the frontier is marked with a line of army forts separating the settled
region from the vast area noted as rolling table lands and desolate plains Destitute of Timber. This area is largely the range of Apache, Kiowa, Comanche and Lipan
Indians. Wagon roads, springs, and trails are identified, including the Comanche War Trail, Connelly’s Trail and the Emigrant’s Route. Tiny flags locate important
battlefields in both the Texas war for independence and the Mexican American war. Descriptive explanations and notes make this map an interesting study. A table
provides statistics according to the Census of 1850 including the population by ethnic groups, e.g. “Free Colored males” is given as 171. There are insets of Northern
Texas, noting the northern boundary at Lat. 36 30’, as resolved in the Compromise of 1850 and the vicinity of Galveston City.
The spectacular map of the West has Oregon and Washington extending to the Continental Divide, the huge Utah Territory extends from California to Indian Territory,
and New Mexico occupies all of the Southwest with a pre-Gadsden Purchase border. The double-page map of the United States features the same borders in the West,
plus a large inset map of the “Gold Region of California.” The map of Minnesota features the large territories of Pembina and Blue Earth extending to the Missouri
River. The frontispiece is a hand colored, engraved diagram showing the lengths of rivers and heights of mountains. The title page includes a fine chromolithographic
image titled “First Landing of Columbus in the New World.” The atlas includes three double-page maps: the United States, New York, and Europe.
Folio, frontis, chromolithographed pictorial title page depicting Columbus’ arrival in the New World, table of contents printed in red and gilt color, 75 map sheets
comprising three double-page and 71 single-page maps including the thematic plate. Bound in original half red leather over marbled paper boards. Red leather label
on front cover with gilt title and design. Published by Cowperthwait, & Co. No. 253 Market Street, Philadelphia. This is an increasingly difficult to find atlas complete with all its maps. The vast majority of the maps are in fine (A+) condition except as follows. The maps of Alabama and Mississippi have a short tear in lower
margin. The US map has a centerfold split about half way through the map. The frontis has offsetting from the title page’s chromolithograph and some scattered
foxing. South America is loose with roughness at paper edge. The binding is rough with the spine mostly perished and back cover detached. Some signatures are
loose. Complete and deserving of the attention of a binder.
$2000-2500
796. Atlases (Colton’s Atlas of the World Illustrating Physical and Political Geography Volume I and II), Colton, New York, [1855-56]. 16.8 x 19.2”. (HC) This complete,
matching two volume folio atlas contains two engraved frontispieces and 103 maps, each with Colton’s decorative strapwork border. First edition with brown cloth
binding and quarter leather with gilt banding and title on spine. Both volumes with frontispiece, title pages, list of maps, text and tables.
Volume I contains maps concentrating on the Western Hemisphere. 44 sheets relate to the United States, displaying 63 maps, with numerous sought after single-page
state maps - many with city insets. There are several great early western maps including: the U.S. map featuring Kanzas; the map of Texas with early county configurations; the early map of Minnesota showing its border on the Missouri River. Also present is the most desirable Nebraska and Kanzas map that depicts Nebraska
stretching from Kansas to the Canadian border and bounded on the west by Washington and Oregon at the Continental Divide and Minnesota on the east. Also included
is the map of the territories of New Mexico and Utah, the California map with the large inset of San Francisco, and the territories of Washington and Oregon with
their eastern boundaries on the Continental Divide and county development limited to the coastal areas. City plans included in Volume I are Montreal, Boston, New
York (double-page), Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, Richmond, Norfolk/Portsmouth, Savannah/ Charleston, Louisville/New Orleans, Pittsburgh/Cincinnati, St.
Louis/Chicago, Panama, Havana, Lima, Rio Janeiro, Pernambuco. This edition has the frontispiece showing Native American Indians overlooking a valley.
Volume II continues with 41 maps of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Oceania. City plans in Volume II include London and Paris (both black and white),
Amsterdam, Brussels, Hamburg, Bremen, Vienna, and Hong-Kong. Opposite the title page the frontispiece shows four women studying a large globe turned to the
Eastern Hemisphere. Also with the double-page comparative chart illustrating the heights of mountains and lengths of rivers. Volume I: Free end paper, frontis and title
page with a little foxing or toning. The Frontis has a long closed tear that just touches the image, the title page has a long tear closed with cello tape and is trimmed at
the bottom. Despite these early flaws the maps are virtually all fine or very good, with just a few having short marginal tears. The map of the United States has a few
edge tears with tissue repairs on verso and tissue at lower margin to support centerfold. The Texas map has a 3” clean tear into the map closed on verso. Volume II:
First end paper with tissue at edges and new tissue guard over frontis. The maps are similar to Vol. I, generally varying very good to fine. Germany No. 2 has a small
smudge at lower left, On both volumes the covers are rubbed and sunned with corners bumped and frayed. (B+)
$2500-3250
797. Atlases (An Atlas of Classical Geography. Constructed by William Hughes … Containing Fifty-Two Map and Plans on Twenty-Six Plates), Hughes, Philadelphia,
1859. 7.2 x 10.3”. (HC) A nice example of this complete atlas. The 24-page “Sketch of Classical Geography” was written by the editor George Long, formerly
Professor of Ancient Languages at the University of Virginia. The maps cover the Roman Empire from Great Britain to Asia Minor. Towns, rivers, mountains, and
lakes have their Latin names. Composed of 21 double-page maps plus five sheets with multiple maps and city plans. Quarto, title page, American Publisher’s Notice,
Preface, List of Plates, Sketch of Classical Geography, 26 maps, Index. The index is followed by several un-numbered pages advertising Blanchard & Lea’s Educational publications. Hardbound in brown textured cloth with half leather with gilt title on cover (Long’s Classical Atlas). This is the American edition published by
Blanchard & Lea. Map and contents are very nice and clean and bright save for the occasional spot. Binding is very good with just a little wear to edge of spine and
corners slightly bumped. (A)
$100-150
798. Atlases (Johnson’s New Illustrated Family Atlas…), Johnson and Ward, New York, 1863. 15 x 18.7”. (HC) This complete atlas contains 66 (34 double-page)
beautifully rendered, steel engraved maps. There are several thematic maps and diagrams interspersed throughout the text that display the geology, weather, tides,
agriculture and animal kingdoms of the world. This 1863 edition is the last year with steel engraved plates, many of the maps feature vignettes, and some retain the
early strap work style borders. It also has the desirable edition of the New Military Map of the United States which shows all state and territory boundaries rather
than the limits of military divisions. And it features the un-numbered double-page Civil War map Vicinity of Richmond.
The Southwest map is the late 1863 - early 1864 edition in this series of maps. Arizona still claims the Southern tip of Nevada and has the county configurations
of the old New Mexico Territory, with the addition of Castle Dome and Ewell counties in the south. The Utah/Nevada border is now at 115 . This is a completely
new plate with extensive revisions in the watershed and mountain detail and several of the earlier notations removed. But it retains the note in the area of Quartzite,
Arizona calling the area “exceedingly fertile and abundantly timbered and well watered.” The map details the U.S. Mail routes, the Emigrant roads to California,
the proposed railroad route through Utah, Nevada and California, and the Pony Express trail. The double-page map of Texas shows county development mostly in
eastern Texas and only the three large counties of El Paso, Presidio and Bexar in the west. The panhandle, noted as the Staked Plains (Elevated Table Land, without
Wood or Water), includes a large section that is unorganized. There is nice depiction of the wagon roads, many named, with several completed railroads. The inset
maps include a ‘Plan of Sabine Lake,’ ‘Plan of the Northern part of Texas,’ and ‘Plan of Galveston Bay.’ The map of the Northwest shows the newly created territory
of Idaho. The map of Minnesota shows the newly created region of Dakota with an undefined western boundary.
Folio. Hardbound in original half leather and green cloth, embossed covers with gilt titles on cover and spine, marbled end papers. Maps with full original color
and crisp impressions. The majority of maps are very good. A few of the double-page maps have clean centerfold splits entering map. The map of Pennsylvania is
loose, toned and edges are rough. Arkansas has one marginal tear into border. Ohio & Indiana map is perished. Asia has a 1” food stain. Palestine has a 3” tear from
bottom into map. Binding is nice with just a little shelf wear mostly along lower edge and the bottom 1” of the spine. Overall a nice example. (B+)
$1400-1800
799. Atlases (Mitchell’s New General Atlas), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1864. 13 x 16”. (HC) This is a nice example of Mitchell’s world atlas produced during the final full
year of the Civil War. It is complete with 84 maps and plans on 53 sheets, each surrounded by Mitchell’s signature floral border. There are 28 map sheets related to
the United States including 38 individual states and territories, regions and city plans. There are two world maps - one hemispheric and the other drawn on Mercator’s
Projection.
The map of Texas shows county development to 100 longitude with the large regions of El Paso, Presidio and the Bexar Territory further west. The Staked Plain is
now called Young Territory. The Map of Kansas, Nebraska and Colorado Showing also the Eastern portion of Idaho locates the Gold Region surrounding Denver
City. The map of the Northwest shows Idaho Territory in its large, square configuration that includes today’s Montana and Wyoming. The Pony Express route is
delineated on the map of the United States as are numerous routes of exploration, important trails including the Santa Fe, numerous wagon roads, the Overland Mail
Route to California, and early railroads. This early 1864 edition did not include the separate map of Arizona and New Mexico, however on the U.S. map the southern
tip of Nevada is contained as part of the Territory of Arizona, and Utah encroaches a full degree of into Nevada. Includes full-page plans of the cities of Boston, New
York, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington, New Orleans and Cincinnati. All maps carry the 1860 copyright date.
Hardbound small folio, publisher’s half calf with cloth covered boards, stamped title on front cover. Title page, List of Maps, maps and plans are followed by 23 pages
of text: List of Post Offices in the United States, Population of the United States by the Census of 1850 and 1860, List of Post Offices in Canada, Table of Population,
Governments. &C., Mountains of the World, and Rivers of the World. All pages including endpapers are present and maps are correctly collated. A nice example of
this historical and desirable atlas. Collation is correct but map #83 incorrectly labeled 38, as usual. All of the maps are very good to fine with lovely hand coloring
and crisp impressions. Covers are shelf-worn with tips and spine heavily abraded, but sound with tight contents. Book plate on front pastedown with previous owner’s
name in pencil on front end paper. (B+)
$1200-1600
800. Atlases (A Modern Historical Atlas for the Use of Colleges, Schools, and General Readers), Gage, New York, [1869]. 5.8 x 9”. (HC) This uncommon school atlas
features 15 maps mounted on heavy board including two double-page maps. This uncommon sturdy presentation, called a board book, was designed for children’s
and school books. Maps include the historical empires of Mahometan and Charlemagne, the Crusades, the World at the Death of Charles V. 1551, the French Revolution (1763-1793), Europe during the Career of Napoleon I, North America 1710, 1774, and 1783. Quarto, hardbound in half leather over pebbled cloth with fine
marbled end papers, and marbled fore-edges. Map condition is generally fine. Condition code due to binding’s front cover detached and spine missing. Prior owner’s
bookplate on front paste-down. (B+)
$120-150
801. Atlases (Petit Atlas General (Terre, Europe, France) Geographie et Statistique…Premiere Edition), Levasseur/Perigot, Paris, ca. 1870. 5.5 x 8”. (HC) Very nice
and complete example of this uncommon world atlas. The 144 double-page maps cover the world’s geography as well as thematic maps on the economic, political,
geological, climatic, hydrographic, etc. for each region. The last several maps provide expanded information on France. The western United States map names all
western states and territories and shows the newly completed Transcontinental Railroad. Dakota is still one territory and Yellowstone park has not yet formed. Each
map is colorful and filled with a large amount of information including insets and extensive legends. Original red cloth boards with gilt title and embossing. Published
by the bookseller Ch. Delagrave, 15 Rue Soufflot, Paris. Cover has a little staining and the spine is sunned. Contents are very good to fine with no tears or splits found.
(B+)
$200-275
802. Atlases (Mitchell’s New General Atlas), Mitchell/Bradley, Philadelphia, [1887]. 13.4 x 16”. (HC) Complete with 147 maps and plans on 67 sheets, together with
statistical tables, a list of post offices of the United States and Territories, and the census of 1880. This edition contains a number of maps and city plans not found in
earlier editions, including separate maps for Colorado, Indian Territory, Dakota Territory, Detroit and the double-page “Railroad Map of the United States.” Includes
the very nice double-page “County and Township Map of Arizona and New Mexico and County” and “County Map of the State of California.” Also includes a
double-page map of Texas and double-page city plans of Boston, Philadelphia, and New York. Some, but not all, maps are printed on both sides. Original half calf
over cloth boards with gilt title on front cover. Published by William M. Bradley & Bro. who took over the publication in 1880. The maps are mostly fine (A+), clean
and bright with supple paper, a few are very good. Covers are rough with front board and spine no longer attached to binding. Binding is split at map 99. (C) A very
nice set of maps that could be rebound.
$900-1200
803. Atlases (Atlas des Ports Etrangers), [1890]. 10.5 x 13.3”. (PC) This unusual French atlas was published by the Ministere des Travaux Publics (Ministry of Civil
Engineering). It contains 13 plans detailing important harbors and fortifications throughout the world. Of particular interest are the four plans of New Zealand
harbors. Folding plates include: Copenhague; Hambourg; Ostende / Palma; Palerme / Beyrouth; Naples; Le Piree; Calcutta; Calcutta (Docks); Auckland; Wellington;
Nouvelle Zelande, Timaru; Dunedin, Chalmers; Buenos-Ayres, La Plata. Original paper covers boards. Most plans are very good with minor surface soil. Auckland
is loose and Buenos-Ayres toned. Covers stained, warped and scuffed with cloth backstrip lacking. (B)
$200-300
804. Atlases (The Twentieth Century Atlas of Popular Astronomy), Johnston, Edinburgh, ca. 1903. 8 x 11”. (PC) Compiled by Thomas Heath, B.A., Edinburgh with
21 double-page chromolithographed plates by W. & A.K. Johnston. The plates are beautifully printed and cover the Solar System, Planets, Solar Spots, The Moon,
Eclipses, Comets, Double Stars, Tracks of Meteors and several plates describing the Stars and Constellations. There is also a remarkable and colorful plate, Spectrum
Analysis Applied to the Sun and Stars, that compares the spectrum of the Sun, Vega, Nebula and a New Star to that of Hydrogen, Sodium, Magnesium, Bismuth and
Calcium. The American astronomer Henry Draper made a spectrum photograph of Vega in 1872, the first time spectrum analysis was employed for astronomy. A
remarkable set of plates. 4to, colored frontis, title, 121pp, index, 21 plates. Hardbound in blue cloth with illustrated, gilt and embossed front cover. Binding is sunned
at spine. The plates are fine to very good, the text pages generally very clean with no flaws. (A)
$100-140
805. Atlases ([Facsimile Atlas] The English Pilot The Fifth Book), Seller and Price, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Ltd., London, [1973]. 12 x 18”. (BW) This atlas is a
facsimile of Mount & Price first 1701 edition of Volume V, the book on Africa. A popular publication it printed in ten editions between 1701 and 1780, but only a
few first editions exist today. The introduction by Coolie Verner of the University of British Columbia is a well researched and comprehensive look at the history of
the publication and its authors. With surprising detail on the various publishers including John Seller, Charles Price, Richard Mount, William Fisher, Thomas Page,
Davidson, and Vennor. This beautiful book contains the engraved and typographic title pages, a dedication to the Royal African Company, forty-three text pages, and
fifteen double page and beautifully engraved charts. Published in Amsterdam by Theatrum Orbis Terrarum in their Series of Atlases in Facsimile Volume IV. Tall
folio, 82 pp. New condition with pictorial dust jacket and protective sleeve. (A+)
$250-325
806. Geography Books, United States (View of the United States, Historical, Geographical, and Statistical…), Darby, Philadelphia, 1828. 4 x 5.8”. (HC) This book is
packed with information about the history, natural and political geography, the climate of the United States. It also contains the latest information returned from the
Stephen Long expedition on the western frontier. The preface includes a letter from Long attesting to the accuracy of this publication on the climate and temperatures
of the West. It is complete in all regards and contains the 14 called-for engraved maps. The maps all focus on the United States plus one map of the world drawn on
Mercator’s Projection that has a red line showing the northern limits of grain cultivation and marks the boundary between the horse and rein deer. The other maps
are Georgia and Alabama; North & South Carolina; Virginia, Maryland and Delaware; Pennsylvania and New Jersey; New York; New England; Falls of Niagara and
Adjacent Country; Louisiana and Mississippi; Part of Maine; and Ohio and Indiana. The small (6.4 x 4.8”) folding maps all show good detail with roads, topography,
towns, Indian villages and reservation lands. Hardbound in half red leather over marbled paper boards. Spine is finely tooled with gilt and title. Volume I and II
bound together, 654pp, 11pp advertisement, with 14 maps. Published in Philadelphia by H.S. Tanner. These maps also appeared in Tanner’s A New Pocket Atlas of
the United States, which was also published in 1828. Ref: Howes D-67; Sabin 18535. Front cover detached. The contents are generally tight except two signatures
at center are a little shifted. Text and maps with toning and scattered foxing with darker offsetting to text pages facing maps. Small damp stain at the bottom edge of
the last several pages mainly affecting the advertising pages of Tanner’s maps. (B)
$900-1200
807. Geography Books ([Lot of 2] Mitchell’s School Atlas Comprising Map and Tables Designed to Accompany Mitchell’s School and Family Geography [and] Mitchell’s
Geographical Question Book…), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1855. (HC) Mitchell’s School Atlas, (10 x 12”). A nice example of Mitchell’s famous school atlas with
32 maps (on 18 sheets) along with tables and statistics. The map of the United States features large western territories and shows the Gadsden purchase border with
Mexico. The map of the Gold Region in California, inset into the map of the U.S., contains the names of numerous important gold mining towns in central California.
The atlas also includes the desirable No. 13 Texas map. Hardbound with pictorial paper over boards. This is the fourth revised edition, published by H. Cowperthwait
& Co., 1855. The maps are in better than normal condition but there is still the occasional spot. Quarter leather with paper covers with a little wear. Front end paper
with tear and some abrasion with small hole at one corner.
Complete with the seldom seen Mitchell’s Geographical Question Book; Comprising Geographical Definitions, and Containing Questions on All the Maps of Mitchell’s School Atlas, (4.4 x 6.8”). This 140 pp teacher’s companion “is designed to accompany, and particularly adapted to, Mitchell’s School Atlas.” It is filled with
hundreds of geographical questions. The Appendix contains advanced questions for the “teacher of much practical experience.” Hardbound in quarter leather with
paper covers. Title page, Preface, Geographical Definitions, Geographical Questions, Appendix. After the Appendix are four un-numbered pages advertising the
school related publications of Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co. Contents fine, binding with some shelf wear. (B+)
$200-300
808. Geography Books ([Lot of 3 - School Geographies]), New York, 1872-1881. 10 x 12.5”. Lot of three quarto school geographies in better condition than normally
found.
1) Colton’s Common School Geography, 1872, published by Sheldon and Company. Filled with engravings, 22 study maps, 2 double-page railroad maps and 10 commercial and reference maps of the United States. Hand colored. Hardbound with illustrated paper cover, 130pp, title page, List of Maps, text, engravings and maps,
Pronouncing Vocabulary, Statistical Tables. Contents are fine, old owner’s signature on front free end paper. Covers with some shelf wear and small stain. (B+)
2). Warren’s Brief Course in Geography, 1875, published by Cowpethwait & Co. This geography has very nice full-page, hand colored maps as well as b&w engravings
in the text. Hardbound with pictorial cover, Title Page, Preface, Table of Contents, 78pp of text and engravings, maps, A System of Map-Drawing, Pronouncing
Vocabulary, Geographical and Statistical Tables, Population of some of the Principle Cities of the World. Contents fine, covers near fine. Owner’s name in pencil
on end page. (A)
3) Ohio Edition Eclectic Series Intermediate Geography, 1881. By Van Antwerp, Bragg & Co., No. 2 Cincinnati & New York. Filled with printed color maps and
engravings. Hardbound with pictorial paper label, 96pp, title page, Population of Cities and Towns, Preface, Intermediate Geography with maps and engravings,
Tables, Vocabulary, 12pp Geography of Ohio: A Supplement to the Eclectic Series of Geographies. Contents generally fine, but occasional foxing spots near front
of book. Covers very nice but spine with some wear. (B+) See individual descriptions.
$100-140
809. Exploration and Surveys, New York (Natural History of New York. Geology of New York. Part IV), Hall, Albany, [1843]. 9.8 x 12”. (HC) This large and informative book is the report of the survey for the Fourth Geological District and contains more than 200 illustrations including 19 beautiful lithographic plates at the back
of the text and several more in the text. 683 pp. The volume is complete with all plates and the large folding geological map present. Hardbound in original brown
cloth with gilt title and fossil graphic on front cover.
Bound into the book is Hall’s important Geological Map of the Middle and Western States ( 32 x 22.5”). This colorful geological map blends science
and the art of cartography. It is based on the surveys of J. Calvin Smith and identifies 23 geological formations using hand applied colors. The map covers the region
of the United States from its western boundary along the Mississippi River, east to Long Island and the Atlantic. Also included is the folding map (Trigonometrical
Survey of the Falls of Niagara), views of New York (including Saratoga Springs and Howe’s Cave), many early drawings of fossils, and numerous plates showing
geological and topographical features, cross-sections and profiles, most in color. The large Plate VIII “Natural Section Exhibiting Broken Strata and Intermingled
Drift” is a folding cross-section of a portion of Lake Erie’s shoreline that graphically explains stratigraphy and glacial drift theory. Editions of this book with the map
still attached are incredibly scarce. Spine is nearly loose from binding. Contents are tight and generally very good with some scattered minor foxing. Map is near
fine, with a couple unobtrusive light spots. (B)
$300-375
810. Reference Books - America Revolution ([Lot of 4 - Cartographic References]), [1828-1975].
1. Atlas of the Revolution, by Kenneth Nebenzahl, Chicago: Rand McNally, 1975. 15”h x 11 1/2”w. 218 pages with 54 colored maps. Very nice but with some fore
edge soiling and dj torn in two places on back. (B+)
2. The Fate of a Nation - The American Revolution through contemporary eyes, by William P. Cumming and Hugh Rankin, Phaidon (US Edition, London, 1975, 8”
x 10.5”. Hardbound in green cloth, 352pp, illustrated dust jacket with protective sleeve. Like new. (A+)
3. British Headquarters Maps and Sketches Used by Sir Henry Clinton while in command of the British Forces operating in North America during the War for Independence, 1775-1782. A Descriptive List of the Original Manuscripts and Printed Documents now Preserved in the William L. Clements Library at the University
of Michigan. Adams, Randolph G. First edition. Ann Arbor: William L. Clements Library, 1828. 6” x 9”. vi, 144 pages. Hardbound with paper boards and cloth
spine with a paper title label. Describes 350 manuscript and printed maps and views. Frontispiece portrait of John Montressor (1736-1799), English military
cartographer and His Majesty’s Chief Engineer in America. Very nice example with even age toning to contents. (A)
4. Yorktown: Climax of the Revolution. Hatch, Charles E., Jr. and Thomas M. Pitkin (Eds.). Washington: National Park Service, 1941, 6” x 9”. Paperback. vi, 26
pages and 6 maps and plates, some in text. Very nice condition with only a little soiling on cover. (A) See individual descriptions.
$200-250
811. Reference Books ([2 Volumes] Oud-Nederlandsche Kaartmakers in Betrekking met Plantijn), [1912]. 6.3 x 9.3”. (BW) The history of the cartographers from the Low
Countries and their publisher, Plantijn, is described in this two-volume reference work. This first edition classic, by Jan Denuce, from the early days of cartographic
studies is written in Dutch, and includes chapters on De Jode, Ortelius, Mylius, Vriendts, Hogenberg, Mercator, and others. 8vo, cloth boards with gilt lettering and
bands on spine. Volume I: 298 pp., 12 plates (one fold out). Volume II: 362 pp., 7 plates (one fold out). Spine lightly faded, otherwise near fine. (A) $275-350
812. Reference Books ([Lot of 2] Old Decorative Maps and Charts [and] The Look of Maps An Examination of Cartographic Design), London, [1926-1952]. (BW)
1. Old Decorative Maps and Charts, A.L. Humphreys, 1926, 10” x 12.6”. This is the first Limited Edition #135/1500 published by Halton & Truscott Smith Ltd.,
London, 1926. It is an excellent and sought after reference compiled from maps in the MacPherson Collection, one of the finest collections in existence. Seventynine maps are reproduced, including 18 full-color (1 folding) tipped in, and a catalogue of atlases 1482-1776. Quarto, hardbound in gilt embossed, red cloth board
(10.3 x 12.6”). This is a fine example except for light sunning on the spine.
2. The Look of Maps An Examination of Cartographic Design, Arthur H. Robinson, University of Wisconsin Press, Madison, 1952, 6.3” x 9.5” Based on Robinson’s
doctoral research, this book investigates the relationship between science and art in cartography. It also discusses continuing improvement of graphic techniques in
mapmaking to the 1950s. The book examines a wide range of topics related to the visual aspects of cartography, including coloring, lettering, and overall structure.
Hardbound in green cloth, 8vo, 105pp. No dust jacket. (B+)
$200-250
813. Reference Books ([Lot of 2] History of Cartography [and] Some Notable Surveyors & Map-Makers of the Sixteenth, Seventeenth, & Eighteenth Centuries and their
Work), [1929-64].
1) History of Cartography, by Leo Bagrow, revised and enlarged by R.A. Skelton, 1964. In this fascinating book, the author examines the maps of various periods and
cultures, from early antiquity to the 18th century, putting them into historical perspective in his clear account of their evolution. This important book includes a
List of Cartographers, containing 1500 names, and an extensive bibliography. 312 pp, 26 color plates, 132 b/w plates, plus 76 illustrations in the text (7.8 x 10.8”).
Hardbound in beige cloth and gilt titling on front and spine, with dust jacket and original hard slipcase. Covers, dust jacket and contents fine less a little for edge
soiling from thumbing. Slipcase is toned from age with some water stains. (A)
2) Some Notable Surveyors & Map-Makers of the Sixteenth, Seventeenth, & Eighteenth Centuries and their Work,1929, by Sir Herbert George Fordham. Written
during a time when map collecting really began to take off, this book outlines three centuries of the art and science of cartography. This reference work focuses on
French and British cartographers, with chapters on Christopher Saxton, Nicholas Sanson, the Cassini Family and John Cary. Small 8vo (5.3 x 7.5”) , 99 pp, 9 b&w
illus. Green cloth covers with title on cover label; title in gilt on spine (Notable Surveyors). Bookplate on front pastedown. Faded spine, with binding coming
loose at last gathering. (B+)
$150-200
814. Reference Books - Pacific Northwest ([Lot of 3 - Cartographic References]), [1937-99].
1 & 2) The Cartography of the Northwest Coast of America to the Year 1800, Volume I and Volume II, Henry R. Wagner, Berkeley: University of California Press,
1937. 13”h x 9”w. 2 volumes. No slip case. Vol. I is illustrated with facsimiles of 40 antique maps plus one modern map. Vol. II contains a descriptive list of more
than 900 maps. This is a continuous account with the aid of critical lists of maps and place names showing the evolution of cartography of the northwest coast of
America to the year 1800. Ref: Howes W-7. Bookplate on front pastedown of Volume I. Volume I dust jacket worn and split and enclosed in back of book, no
dust jacket for Volume II. Contents tight and clean, binding corners and spines bumped or abraded. (B+)
3) Historical Atlas of the Pacific Northwest: Maps of Exploration and Discovery. British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Yukon, Derek Hayes, Seattle: Sasquatch Books, 1999. 10”w x 13”h. 208 pages. 322 maps illustrated. Map Catalog in rear gives map titles and sources. Hard cover. Book is in new condition, less
short tear to dust jacket. (A) See individual descriptions.
$600-700
815. Reference Books - Virginia ([Lot of 5 - Cartographic References]), [1943-2001].
1. Away I’m Bound Away: Virginia and the Westward Movement. David Hackett Fischer and James C. Kelly. Richmond: Virginia Historical Society, 1993. 8.5” x 12”.
A catalog of an exhibition at the Virginia Historical Society, Richmond, October 6, 1993-May31, 1994 supported by a generous grant from the National Endowment
for the Humanities. 200 rare and historical items are described and illustrated. The catalog is preceded by 136 pages of related and illustrated articles setting the
stage for the exhibit. Pictorial paper wraps, 273 pages. New condition. (A+)
2. Treasures Revealed from the Paul Mellon Library of Americana. Strom, Robert F. (Intro). 2001.Charlottesville: Virginia Historical Society, 2001, 10.3” x 10.3”.
102 items illustrated in color and described. Introduction by Robert F. Strom, Associate Director of the Virginia Historical Society. Paul Mellon, one of America’s
greatest patrons of the arts, amassed of a collection of rare books, maps, manuscripts, and drawings relating to the history of the Americas and of Virginia in particular. The exhibition presents for the first time more than 100 form this extraordinary collection. Hardbound in black cloth with gilt titling, 232 pages. New
Condition. (A+)
3. Winchester- County Historical Frederick County Historical Society Journal. Volume IV 1989, printed by Commercial Press, Inc., Stevens City, Virginia, 6” x 9”.
Illustrated. Contains three articles including “The ‘Discovery’ of the Hotchkiss Maps and Papers” by Peter W. Roper. Cream colored paper covers, 114pp. (A+)
4. The Events of my Life: An Autobiographical Sketch by John Marshall., John Marshall, First Edition 2001, jointly published by Clements Library, University of
Michigan and Supreme Court Historical Society, 8” x 10.5”. Introduction by William Rehnquist, then Chief Justice of the United States. Edited by Lee C. Bollinger and John C. Dann. A 30-page monograph written in 1827 by the first Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court (also a soldier, lawyer, politician and author,
e.g., The Life of Washington). Red cloth covers, 30pp. (A+)
5. Historical Atlas of Westmoreland County Virginia David W. Eaton, The Dietz Press, Richmond, VA, 1942, 9.5” x 12.5”. Text and numerous b&w maps describe
how lands were patented from the Crown and proprietors of the northern neck of Virginia. Includes history of some early patent holders, surveyors, Indians and
more. Quarto, 79pp. Hardbound in green cloth with gilt title on spine and cover, no dust jacket. (A+) See descriptions.
$200-250
816. Reference Books ([Lot of 2 Cartographic References]), [1949-65].
1. How to Identify Old Maps and Globes Raymond Lister, G. Bell & Sons, London, First Edition, 1965, 7.5” x 10”. This is an excellent resource for the map researcher
and collector. We use a copy extensively in our cataloging. It outlines the history of maps and charts, map production and how to date maps and documents using
watermarks. Includes a section on globes and armillary spheres, as well as a most useful biographical list of cartographers, engravers, printers and publishers from
1500-1850 that in some cases contains information not found in Tooley’s Dictionary. 256 pp., 59 plates. Hardbound in blue cloth and illustrated dust jacket. First
Edition. Book near fine with just a little fore-edge soiling from thumbing. Dust jacket with some shelf wear and edge tears. (B+)
2. The Story of Maps by Lloyd A. Brown, New York: Bonanza Books, 1949, 7.5” x 10.2” This book is a detailed survey of mapmaking from ancient times to the mid
20th century. Lloyd Brown was the map curator at the University of Michigan and librarian at the Peabody Institute. Over 80 illustrations. Hardbound in light
green cloth, dust jacket, 393 pages. Book is very good with just a little fore-edge soiling from thumbing. Dust jacket with some shelf wear and a crease. (B+) See
descriptions.
$120-150
817. Reference Books - American West ([Lot of 2 Cartographic References]), [1954-1986].
A) Exploration and Mapping of the American West: Selected Essays. Koepp, Donna P. (Editor). Chicago: Speculum Orbis Press, 1986. 6” x 9”. vi, [1], 182, [1]
pages. 28 illustrations. Contains 8 essays by various authors - Mapping the Trans-Mississippi West: Annotated Selections; The Notorious Doctor Robinson: A
Mexican Revolutionary’s Map of North America ; A Tale of Two Cartographers: Emory, Warren and Their Maps of the Trans-Mississippi West ; Explorations and
Mapping of the Southwest Route, From Missouri to Southern California ; The Wagon Road Surveys ; George M. Wheeler and the Geographical Surveys West of
the 100th Meridian 1869 to 1879 ; Mapping the United States-Mexico Borderlands: An overview; and Mapping the Southwest Route, From Missouri to Southern
California; The Wagon Road Surveys ; George M. Wheeler and the Geographical Surveys West of the 100th Meridian 1869 to 1879 ; Mapping the United StatesMexico Borderlands: An overview; and Mapping the Southwest: A Twentieth Century Historical Geographic Perspective. Blue cloth. No dust jacket. Excellent
condition. (A+)
B) Mapping the American West 1540-1857. Wheat, Carl I. Worcester: American Antiquarian Society, 1954. 6.5” x 9.8”. Stiff blue-green original wraps with black
titles at front and spine. Reprinted from the Proceeding of the American Antiquarian Society for April 1954. Reprinted pages are 19-194. One map. This is Wheat’s
precursor to his more ambitious 6-volume set Mapping of the TransMississippi West published beginning in 1957. Very good condition except lower right of front
cover thumbed. (A) See individual descriptions.
$90-140
818. Reference Books ([Lot of 2] Topographia Hassiae et Regionum Vicinarum [and] Topographia Palatinatus Rheni et Vicinarum Regionum), Merian, Frankfurt, ca.
1960. 8.5 x 12.5”. (BW) These atlases are facsimiles of two of the sixteen volumes within Merian’s Topographia Germaniae series. Included here are the second
publishings of Topographia Hassiae et Regionum Vicinarum, published in 1655 and Topographia Palatinatus Rheni et Vicinarum Regionum, published in 1672. Both
are apparently complete with numerous views and maps, many of them fold-out. The books are quarter bound in yellow paper with gold lettering over red label on
spine. Light soiling on covers with bumped corners. (B+)
$75-95
819. Reference Books ([Lot of 3] A List of Geographical Atlases in the Library of Congress [Vols. 6, 7, 8]), Le Gear, Government Printing Office, Washington D.C., 196374. These are the original Washington editions including Volumes 6-8 (bound in three volumes) published by Clara Le Gear as a “Continuation of the Four Volumes
by Philip Lee Phillips.” This indispensable bibliographical guide lists 10,800 atlases, arranged chronologically within geographic divisions. Volume 7 covers the
Americas and volume 6 the rest of the world. With full collations, lists of maps and copious annotations. Volume 8 is the Index to Volume 7, Volume 6 includes its
index. The indexes include cartographers, engravers, and geographic subjects. 8vo, uniformly hardbound in blue cloth with gilt titles on spines. Nice examples that
have not suffered the usual hard use normally associated with these books. (A)
$300-400
820. Reference Books - Boston & Massachusetts ([Lot of 2 Cartographic References]), [1963-86].
A) Boston - A Topographical History, Walter Muir Whitehill, Belknap Press of Harvard University Press, Cambridge, 1963 (second printing), 7” x 10”. This urbane
book follows the course of Boston’s history by it physical traces, describing the changing face of the city, and the society that changed with it, through more than
three hundred years. Filled with city plans, maps, engravings and photographs. Quarto, 244pp. Hardbound in green cloth with dust jacket. Book is A+, dj has
seam tears and a little shelf wear (B+).
B) Maps of Early Massachusetts - Pre-History Throughout the Seventeenth Century, Lincoln A. Dexter, published by the author, Brookfield, MA, revised 1986 edition, 8.5” x 11”. This interesting book is filled with 53 maps and plans including may unique drawings showing early settlements, routes of exploration, and much
more. New condition less a small patch of price label residue at upper right of front cover. (A) See descriptions.
$75-100
821. Reference Books (Livio Sanuto Geograhia Dell’ Africa), Sanuto, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Ltd., Venice, [1965]. 13 x 19”. (BW) This is a facsimile of one of the
most important publications on Africa issued in the 16th Century, and contains a beautifully engraved title page and maps. The book is from the famous series of
atlases and books in facsimile, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Second Series, Volume I, and has a bibliographical note by R.A. Skelton. First edition, 400 pp, including
12 double-page maps. Tan cloth with titles in gilt on a black ground, and clear dust jacket. (A)
$240-300
822. Reference Books (Kino and the Cartography of Northwestern New Spain), Burrus, Arizona Pioneer’s Historical Society, [1965]. 10.3 x 14.2”. (BW) An important
work on early mapping of the American Southwest and a full-length study of Kino’s work as a scientific cartographer. It identifies thirty-one maps by Kino, three
reproduced here for the first time. First edition, limited to 750 copies designed and printed by Lawton and Alfred Kennedy. Eusebio Francisco Kino (1645 - 1711)
was a Jesuit missionary who explored Pimeria Alta (northern Sonora and southern Arizona) and founded several missions in the region. His map of Baja California,
“Passage par terre a la Californie,” published in Paris in 1705, was the first to depict the Gila River, the Colorado River, and southern Arizona, based on first-hand
observation. He is credited with putting an end to the myth of California being an island. Small folio, 17 map plates (3 in color), 2 portrait renditions, 4 plates from
Scherer’s Atlas Novus. Hard bound in red cloth with compass rose in gilt on front cover and text on spine, 104 pp, Bibliography and index. A very handsome book
in red cloth and with uncut, deckle-edged paper. Like new, with protective clear cover. (A+)
$200-300
823. Reference Books - Holy Land ([Lot of 2 Cartographic References]), [1965-86].
1) Maps of the Holy Land Images of Terra Sancta through Two Millenia, Kenneth Nebenzahl, Abbeville Press, New York, 1986. This book includes the most historically significant and beautiful Holy Land maps, including rare treasures of manuscript illumination and masterpieces of early printing. Lavishly illustrated with
approximately 80 colored maps, many of which are double-page and triple-page foldouts. The author, a recognized authority on antique maps, presents maps from
European, Byzantine, Arabic and Persian sources, each finely reprinted with useful descriptions. This important contribution, based on many years of research, is a
pleasure to read. 164 pp. Hardbound (12” x 15.5”) in black embossed cloth with dust jacket in protective sleeve. As new. (A+)
2) The Holy Land in Ancient Maps with Reproductions of Twenty-Seven Maps and Views of the Country, The Universitas Booksellers of Jerusalem (Israel). Jerusalem:
ATIKA, 1965. 8”h x 10 ½”w. World map on wrappers. Cover title: Ancient Maps of the Holy Land. 3rd enlarged edition. (The first edition, 1956, had 8 maps.) 32
pages. 27 maps illustrated; many in color. Descriptions in English and Hebrew. Printed on 21” wide paper and folded at the outer edge to create unprinted pages
between pages with text and maps. Introduction by Herrmann M. Z. Meyer. Rear wrapper partially loosened from body and slight soiling on front cover. (B+) See
individual descriptions.
$150-200
824. Reference Books ([Lot of 3] National Maritime Museum Catalogue of the Library Volume One Voyage & Travels [and] Volume Three - Atlases & Cartography Part
One [and] Volume Three - Part Two), National Maritime Museum, London, [1968-1971]. 7.6 x 9.8”. (BW) The Library of the National Maritime Museum originated
from the printed books and atlases that formed part of the celebrated A.G.H. Macpherson collection. The library now contains over 50,000 volumes, covering every
aspect of maritime affairs. Published as a 7-volume set cataloging of its contents, arranged by subject. This lot contains Volume One and Three (in 2 parts). Published
by Her Majesty’s Stationery Office. An important reference for any serious map collector.
Volume 1 lists all printed books in the library concerned with Voyages and Travel, including all accessions up till the end of June 1967. Much more than a simple
listing of books, it includes extensive annotations to support and explain the works. Also with a chronological tables of voyages at the beginning of each geographical
section. Quarto, hardbound in blue cloth with gilt, 403pp., illustrations, maps and drawings. Pictorial dust jacket.
Volume III, in two parts, describes the Atlas collection contained in the Library. This wide ranging collection is arranged “into national groups according to cartographic
schools” and to “list every worthwhile map and chart in the atlases cited…” Together these two volumes are dedicated to the mapmaker’s art. Quarto, hardbound
in blue cloth with gilt, Part One 654pp, Part Two 655-1166pp, illustrations, maps and drawings. Pictorial dust jackets. Contents and covers very good. Dust jackets
with shelf wear and rubbing. Book plate on front pastedown. (B+)
$180-220
825. Reference Books (Facsimile-Atlas to the Early History of Cartography with Reproductions of the Most Important Maps Printed in the XV and XVI Centuries),
Nordenskiold, Dover Publications, New York, [1973]. 11 x 16”. (BW) This is a reprint of Nordenskiold’s highly important and useful work, which was the first
systematic approach to the study of cartographic history. Translated by Johan Adolf Ekelof and Clements R. Markham with a new introduction written by J. B. Post
and a glossary of cities. Reproduces 169 of the most important maps printed before 1600, including the complete 1400 edition of Ptolemy. This is a wonderful reference atlas of significant maps. 141 pp., plus 102 plates. Soft pictorial covers. Minor shelf wear and sunned spine. (B+)
$100-160
826. Reference Books - Southeast (The Southeast in Early Maps with an Annotated Check List of Printed and Manuscript Regional and Local Maps of Southeastern North
America during the Colonial Period), Cumming, [1973]. 9 x 11.3”. (BW) The definitive cartographic reference for maps of the Colonial Southeast. It is a comprehensive study of the historical cartography of the southeast region of the North American continent before the American Revolution. With an annotated checklist of
printed and manuscript regional and local maps detailing 450 maps issued between 1507 and 1773. University of North Carolina Press, 1973. ix, 284 pages. Contains
67 illustrations, descriptions of maps, a chronological title list of maps, an index, and a supplement with additional maps. Light tan cloth covered boards with gilt
lettering on the spine. No dust jacket. Cover and contents fine, just a little soiling from thumbing. (A)
$150-200
827. Reference Books - New Jersey and Connecticut ([Lot of 2 Cartographic References]), [1973-95].
1. The Mapping of New Jersey by John P. Snyder, 1973, 6.5” x 9.5”. This is a great state cartographic history that is illustrated with numerous black and white images including maps, plans and photographs. 8vo, hardbound in green cloth with silver title on spine, pictorial dust jacket. Like new, virtually unopened condition.
(A+)
2. Thompson’s Maps of Connecticut, by Edmund Thompson, Terra Nova Press, 1995, (7” x 10.5”). Reprint of this interesting, scholarly work that is extremely rare
in the original edition. As the publisher of this reprint states, “There are few great America carto-bibliographies and Thompson’s Maps of Connecticut is one of
them. Unfortunately, this insightful work is almost unknown because of its extreme scarcity!” Two volumes in one. Vol.1 includes maps before the year 1800; Vol.
2 includes maps for the years 1801-1860. 177 pp, illustrated. Hardbound in dark blue buckram. New condition. (A+) See descriptions.
$160-200
828. Reference Books ([Lot of 2] Scientific Instruments [and] The History of Topographical Maps, Symbols, Pictures and Surveys), [1975-80]. (PC)
1. Scientific Instruments, Harriet Wynter and Anthony Turner, Studio Vista Publishers, London, 1975, 8.6” x 12”. This first edition is an extensively illustrated source
book for the study of scientific instruments. Quarto, 239 pp., dust jacket Hardbound in beige textured cloth, 270 large photos (28 color), illustrations, bibliog.,
index. Binding and contents like new. Dust jacket with slight shelf wear. Book plate. (A)
2. The History of Topographical Maps, Symbols, Pictures and Surveys, P.D.A. Harvey, Thames and Hudson, London, 1980, 7.5” x 10”. This interesting reference
examines the beginnings and early development of the topographical map, as opposed to the history of cartography. 199 pp. with more that 100 illustrations, some
in color. First edition. Blue cloth binding, with illustrated dust jacket. Like new. (A+)
$120-150
829. Reference Books (America in Maps Dating from 1500 to 1856), Holmes & Meier Publishers, [1976]. 14.5 x 21”. (BW) This first edition facsimile volume contains
a representative selection of maps produced from the time of Columbus’s discovery of America until the middle of the 19th-century, all chosen for their significance,
scarcity or both. Includes many rare manuscript maps and printed maps which are not readily accessible elsewhere. Each map is provided with commentary, and
includes references as to the origin and content of each map and its relationship to the others. Published in a limited edition of 1200 copies, this is #656. Hard bound
in green cloth, in original slipcase. 293pp, 76 maps, some folding, some double page and some in color. Table gives location of all maps. A large and handsome
book that was made in Germany in the same manner as an old atlas, with all maps attached to binding strips. (A+)
$220-250
830. Reference Books ([Lot of 74] The Map Collector - Issues 1-74), Tooley, [1977-1996]. 8.3 x 11.8”. (PC) The Map Collector magazine was founded by Ronald
Vere Tooley in 1977. Over the next two decades it built a reputation as a highly respected resource on the history of cartography and collecting antique maps. Each
issue contains a wealth of information written by the most respected researchers, collectors and dealers. This lot includes the entire series from issue 1 (December
1977) to the final issue 74 (Spring of 1996), plus four indexes covering issues 1-20, 21-30, 31-40 and 41-50. Complete 74 issues and four indexes. The set weighs
approximately 52 pounds - please contact us for a shipping quotation prior to placing your bid. (A)
$700-900
831. Reference Books, Incunabula (The Making of the Nuremberg Chronicle), Wilson, Amsterdam, 1978. 10 x 13.8”. (PC) Detailed examination of the making of this
important early illustrated book taken from surviving page layouts, original contracts for the illustrations, contracts for printing, etc. It includes a history of the printer,
Anton Koberger, and a list of known copies of the first Latin and German editions. The text of this study of the Chronicle’s production combines scholarship with
wit, providing a fascinating view of the incunabula period. Introduction by Peter Zahn and published by Nico Israel, 253 pp., illustrated, including color plates. First
edition, second printing. Hardbound in gray cloth, pictorial dust jacket. In publishers original paper covers. (A+)
$160-240
832. Reference Books ([Lot of 2 Cartographic References]), [1978-91].
1. Mapping the French Empire in North America: An Interpretive Guide to the Exhibition Mounted at the Newberry Library on the Occasion of the Seventeenth Annual
Conference of the French Colonial Historical Society La Societe d’Histoire Coloniale Francaise. Catalog prepared by David Buisseret with the support of Mr. Barry
MacLean, 11” x 8.5”. Chicago: Newberry Library, 1991. Pictorial paper wraps. 102 pages. 45 maps described with full-page illustrations. (A)
2. France Views America: 1765-1815. by Betty-Bright P. Low, 1978. An Exhibition to Commemorate the Bicentenary of French Assistance in the American War
of Independence. Wilmington: Eleutherian Mills-Hagley Foundation, 1978. 8.3” x 9.5”. Paper with covers illustrating the armies and fleet at Yorktown in 1781.
Chronology, 231 items described and many illustrated, list of lenders. (A) See descriptions.
$70-100
833. Reference Books - Canada ([Lot of 2] The Northpart of America [and] From Sea Unto Sea - Art & Discovery Maps of Canada), [1979-1982]. 16.3 x 14”. (BW)
1. The Northpart of America , Verner & Stubbs, Toronto, 1979, 16.3” x 14”. This is the definitive cartographic reference work on Canada, but is equally relevant
to North America. It provides a carto-bibliography of maps published between the 16th (Forlani) and the 19th (Arrowsmith) centuries. The book is divided into
seven sections: Part I: The World In 1562; Part II: Initial Exploration and Settlement 1556-1693; Part III: The Period of Expansion - Eastern Canada 1703-1843;
Part IV: Exploring And Settling Central Canada 1597-1819; Part V: The Arctic 1595-1875; Part VI: Opening The Pacific Northwest 1566-1871; and Part VII: The
Culmination 1858. The appendix contains detailed descriptions of the maps reproduced, together with notes about other maps related to them. 304 pp. including
46 maps (5 colored). Frontis is hand-numbered 17 of a limited edition of 1500 and signed by the authors. Pictorial, gold-stamped cloth over boards, housed in a
matching slipcase. Minor soil on slipcase, book fine. (A)
2. From Sea Unto Sea - Art & Discovery Maps of Canada, Joe C.W. Armstrong, Fleet Publishers, Scarborough, Ontario, 1982, 10.8” x 15.8”. Contains 38 early
maps of Canada or North America relating to early exploration in Canada. Over half in full color with extensive cartographic and historical references for each.
Explores the maps and adventures of Champlain, Hudson, Hearne, Mackenzie, Cook, Vancouver and many other. Folio, hard bound in dark blue cloth with dust
jacket. Book and covers are fine, clean and tight. The dust jacket has at bottom two portions of clear coating lifted from paper. (A)
$275-350
834. Reference Books ([3 volumes] The A.E. Nordenskiold Collection in the Helsinki University Library - Annotated Catalogue of Maps Made up to 1800), Helsinki
University Library, [1979-1984]. 9 x 12”. (PC) This very scarce reference work, complete in three volumes, was compiled by Ann-Mari Mickwitz and Leena Miekkavaara. The Nordenskiold Collection is one of the most extensive cartographic collections in the world. 730 atlases and books are described, with some illustrations
both b/w and colored; thus this catalog is an excellent carto-bibliography. While Volume 1 is fairly common, Volumes 2 and 3 are nearly impossible to acquire.
250/322/253 pp. Hardbound in illustrated paper-covered boards. All volumes have a lovely bookplate from the previous owner on front pastedown, slight bumping
to the head and tail of spines, and some fading to the spines. Also very minor soiling to covers of Volume 1. (B+)
$300-375
835. Reference Books (The Mapping of the World - Early Printed World Maps 1472 - 1700), Shirley, Holland Press, 1984. 10 x 14”. (PC) This is the first edition of this
exceptional reference covering world maps. This volume is signed by Shirley and dated 16 September 2000. Includes 18 color-plates and hundreds of b/w illustrations, each with a detailed description and carto-bibliography. The scholarship behind this work is unparalleled, providing comprehensive information about each
map. This is the desirable 1984 edition, 669 pp., extensive index and appendices. Hard bound in red cloth with gilt and black titling at spine, with pictorial dust jacket
and protective sleeve. An absolutely essential reference work with original dust jacket. Contents fine with just a little fore-edge soiling. The dust jacket is also near
fine with one small loss at bottom spine. Book plate from prior owner. (A)
$475-600
836. Reference Books, Hawaii (The Early Mapping of Hawai’i), 1986. 10.5 x 14.5”. (PC) Riley M. Moffat contributed to Gary L. Fitzpatrick’s fine reference on the history
of the cartography of Hawaii. This remarkable book contains nearly 70 maps plus more than 20 views, portraits and illustrations. Tells the story of the mapping of
Hawaii from its discovery by Captain Cook and the influence upon it by of the West. Published by Editions Limited, Honolulu, HI. First Edition. Folio, hardbound
in beige with black stamped titles, 160 pages, maps and illustrations. An essential reference book for the Hawaiian collector. Like new condition. The pictorial dust
jacket has a few marks, still overall fine. (A+)
$95-150
837. Reference Books ([Lot of 2] The Cartography of North America 1500-1800 [and] The Mapping of North America. Three centuries of map-making 1500-1800), ca.
1987-1990. 10 x 13”. (PC)
1) The Cartography of North America 1500-1800, by Pierluigi Portinaro and Franco Knirsch, New York, 1987. This essential and nicely illustrated cartographic reference is filled with biographical sketches of major cartographers. It presents reproductions of authentic maps from the first three centuries of the mapping of North
America reflecting an unfolding story of daring exploration, tenacious settlement, and fierce colonial rivalry. 320 pp. containing 180 extensively captioned maps,
nearly all in full-color and over 90 supplementary illustrations. Published by Chartwell Books, Edison NJ, 1987. Hardbound in blue cloth with dust jacket. (9.8 x
13”) Very nice example that appears unused. (A+)
2) The Mapping of North America. Three centuries of map-making 1500-1800. by John Goss. By focusing on the evolution of mapping, this book reveals how the
perceptions of the world changed as more areas were explored. It contains many of the most important and famous maps of the Americas as well as some of the
more common nineteenth century examples. 184 pp, introduction plus 85 full-page illustrations, of which 80 are in color, each with well researched information.
Hardbound in cloth with illustrated dust jacket, The Wellfleet Press, 1990, 10.3 x 14.2”. Like new condition. (A+)
$100-150
838. Reference Books - Jamaica (Jamaica Surveyed - Plantation maps and plans of the eighteenth and nineteenth centurie), [1988]. 8.5 x 11”. (BW) This remarkable
book presents for the first time a representative sample of the enormous collection of plantation maps and plans in the National Library of Jamaica. Paper bound with
pictorial covers, 308pp, hundreds of b&w illustrations, B.W. Higman, Institute of Jamaica Publications Limited, Kingston, Jamaica. Higman is Professor of History
at the University of the West Indies. This scarce reference book was published from Kingston, Jamaica will be a great addition to any collector interested in the mapping of the West Indies. Contents and covers fine, just a little soiling to foredges from use. (A)
$80-120
839. Reference Books - California ([Lot of 3 - Cartographic References]), [1991-95].
A) The Island of California: A History of the Myth. Polk, Dora Beale, 6” x 9”. Spokane: The Arthur H. Clark Company, 1991. 397 pp. Extensively illustrated with
58 maps. Hard cover. Dust jacket. Excellent, new condition. (A+)
B) Historical Atlas of California. Beck, Warren A. and Ynez D. Haase. 9” x 12”. Illustrated with 101 modern maps showing historical information. Covers slightly
soiled, contents fine. (A)
C) The Maps of San Francisco Bay from the Spanish Discovery in 1769 to the American Occupation. Harlow, Neal. Originally published by The Book Club of
California in 1950, this facsimile was published by Maurizio Martino, Staten Island, in 1995. 9” x 12”. xi, (1), 140, (4) pages. 39 maps. Red cloth. Limited to 300
copies. Like new, no dust jacket. (A+) See individual descriptions.
$250-350
840. Reference Books ([Lot of 3 - Cartographic References]), [1992-97].
A) Images of the World - The Atlas through History. Wolter, John A and Ronald E. Grim (Editors). Washington: Library of Congress, 1997. 9” x 11.3”. xiv, 466
pages and 196 illustrations. Red cloth hardcover with gilt spine lettering, illustrated dust jacket. Copyright 1997 by McGraw-Hill. Consists of four major parts: (1)
Early Manuscript and Printed Atlases, (2) Atlases of the Sixteenth to Eighteenth Centuries, (3) Atlases of the Late Eighteenth and Nineteenth Centuries, and (4)
Atlases of the Late Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries: The Future of Atlases. Plus brief biographies of the 17 contributors and a 6-page Selected Bibliography.
Minor crease on back of dust jacket. Cover and contents excellent. (A)
B) The Image of the World: 20 Centuries of World Maps. Whitfield, Peter. San Francisco: Pomegranate Books in association with the British Library, 1994. First
U.S. edition. iii, 144 pages. Black cloth hardcover with gilt spine lettering; dj. Numerous world maps, most in color, plus world maps on title page: World Map
of Antonio Sanchez, 1623; front endpapers: Ptolemaic World Map, 2nd century AD, republished 1486; rear endpapers: Dynamic Planet World Map, USGS 1989;
front of dj: Peter Apian’s heart map, 1580; and back of dj: Antonio Salibas cosmological chart, 1582. Contents include maps related to Classical Foundations, The
Religious Imagination, The Play of Intellect, The Theatre of the World, and Science and Communication. Pictorial dust jacket. Like new. (A+)
C) The Atlas of Atlases: The Map Maker’s Vision of the World. Allen, Phillip, New York: Henry N. Abrams, 1992. 12”h x 10 ½”w. Dust jacket. 160 pages. “In more
than 300 full-color illustrations, The Atlas of Atlases reproduces some of the most stunning and important maps from five centuries of atlases, accompanied by
insightful commentaries.” Minor wear to dust jacket. (A) See descriptions.
$120-180
841. Reference Books ([Lot of 4] American Cities [and] Mapping Boston [and] Washington in Maps [and] Cities of the Mississippi), [1994-2005]. 12 x 16”. (PC)
A) American Cities Historic Maps and Views, by Paul E. Cohen and Henry G. Taliferro, published 2005, printed color (12” x 16”). This book features nine of the
largest metropolises in the US: Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., New Orleans, St Louis, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco. Leading map
specialists have provided text to accompany the rare or previously unpublished maps and views of these great cities. The book has 207 pp., and is hard bound in
brown paper, with illustrated dust jacket.
B) Mapping Boston, by Alex Krieger, published 1999, printed color (12” x 12”). This book was designed to bring together a collection of maps of Boston with the
history of the great city and make them accessible to scholars and students everywhere. Maps of both Boston and the New England region are included, each
accompanied by a description and short essay giving historical context. In addition, the book features seven essays that discuss the link between maps and history, including ones by Sam Bass Warner, Jr., Barbara McCorkle, David Bosse, and David Cobb. Edited by Alex Krieger, Chairman of the Department of Urban
Planning and Design at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, Amy Turner, an architect, and David Cobb, Head of the Harvard Map Collection at the Harvard
College Library, the book also contains a foreword by Norman B. Leventhal, who provided the maps from his collection. The book has 278 pp., and is hard bound
in blue buckram, with illustrated dust jacket.
C) Washington in Maps 1606-2000, by Iris Miller, published 2002, printed color (9.3” x 11”). Iris Miller uses her skills as a professional landscape architect and urban
planner to present a historical timeline of Washington, D.C. with the help of maps, letters, charts and other historical documentation. Spanning over four centuries,
this book features about 80 maps and over a dozen illustrations, most in full color, from Thomas Jefferson, Pierre Charles L’Enfant, Captain John Smith, the Senate
Park (McMillan) Commission and many others, as well as satellite images from modern times. Miller combines these images with fifty-two explanatory essays,
drawing a connection between design intent and urban meaning from cartography. 176 pp., hard bound in blue cloth, with illustrated dust jacket.
D) Cities of the Mississippi Nineteenth-Century Images of Urban Development, by John W. Reps, published 1994, printed color (13” x 10.5”). This fascinating reference book brings together historical bird’s-eye views of towns along the Mississippi River with modern aerial photographs. Viewing these images side-by-side,
combined with descriptive text, gives a unique insight into urban development in America in the nineteenth century. The book features towns both large and small
including New Orleans, St. Louis, Minneapolis, Kaskaskia, Prairie du Chien, and Balize, near the mouth of the river. The book includes hundreds of illustrations,
with over 140 in color, 342 pp., hard bound in green buckram, with illustrated dust jacket. (A+)
$200-250
842. Reference Books (The Maps of San Francisco Bay from the Spanish Discovery in 1769 to the American Occupation), Harlow, [1996]. 9 x 12”. (PC) This is the
1996 Martino reprint of the scarce Book Club of California book, considered one of three great cartographic works issued by the club. The original was limited
to 375 books and published in 1950 by the Grabhorn Press. Martino has limited this reprint to 300 copies. It is a fine compendium of rare maps of the Bay of San
Francisco, with excellent facsimile reproductions, and scholarly descriptive and historical text. Contains 21 maps on 19 plates, one of which is fold-out. Red cloth
with gilt tilting on spine. (A)
$100-130
843. Reference Books ([Lot of 53] Mercator’s World The Magazine of Maps, Atlases, Globes, and Charts [and] MapForum Magazine), [1996-2006]. (PC) Mercator’s
World The Magazine of Maps, Atlases, Globes, and Charts, by Aster Publishing, 1996-2003, (8.5 x 11”). This publication is an authoritative reference resource with
many articles and illustrations covering a wide range of topics about antique maps, mapmakers and exploration as well as modern mapmaking.
Volume 1, Numbers 1-6
Volume 6, Numbers 1-2 and 4-6 (Number 3 missing)
MapForum Magazine, by Ashley Baynton-Williams, 2004-2006, (8.3 x 11.8”).
Issue 1 Spring 2004
Issue 2 Summer 2004
Issue 3 Autumn 2004
Issue 4 Winter 2004
Issue 5 Spring 2005
Issue 6 Summer 2005
Issue 7 Autumn 2005
Issue 8 Winter 2005
Issue 9 Spring 2006
Issue 10 Summer 2006
Minor damp damage to first issue of Mercator’s World, else very good. (A)
$400-475
844. Reference Books (Norwich’s Maps of Africa an Illustrated and Annotated Carto-bibliography), Norwich, Terra Nova Press, Norwich, VT, 1997. 8.8 x 11.3”. (PC)
This great reference was written by one of the leading collectors of the maps of Africa. The book comprises an in-depth look at the continent from the beginning of
the Age of Exploration to modern times. Second edition, revised and edited by Jeffrey C. Stone. 408 pages filled with illustrations, some colored, covering 345 maps.
Hardbound in red cloth with illustrated dust jacket. New in publisher’s box. (A+)
$140-170
845. Reference Books (The Mapping of America), Schwartz & Ehrenberg, [2001]. 11.5 x 11”. (PC) An excellent reference work detailing the cartographic history of
North America. Essays on French mapping of the Americas, California as an island, Smith’s map of Virginia and its many derivatives, marine surveys of James
Cook, City Plans, Jansson-Visscher maps of New England, mapping the Great Lakes, and maps of America in various editions of Ortelius’ Theatrum. Volume 2 in
The Holland Press Cartographia series, 519 pp., with 179 uncolored illustrations. First edition, hard bound in green buckram, with illustrated dust jacket. Beautiful,
near fine example less light wear in dust jacket. (A)
$95-120

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