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Old Maps · Rare Maps · Antique Maps · Vintage Globes and Charts · Old Atlases & Geographies
Old World Auctions
SALE 147
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013
Maps
Atlases · Globes · Reference Books
Historical & Decorative Graphics
Old World Auctions
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Glen Allen, VA 23060
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OLD WORLD AUCTIONS
AUCTION NO. 147
Closing: Wednesday, Nov 20th, 2013 (10 pm EST)
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A+ Fine condition with no noticeable imperfections in the image or blank margins. Any minor restorations or repairs are confined to
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Sale 147
Section
Lot #
World Maps, Title Pages, Celestial Charts
1-67
Maps - Western Hemisphere
68-80
Maps - North America
81-98
Maps - Canada
99-126
Maps - United States
107-266
Maps - Latin America & West Indies
254-357
Maps - Atlantic & Arctic
358-380
Maps - Europe & Mediterrean
381-548
Maps - Asia, Middle East & Holy Land
549-652
Maps - Africa
653-682
Maps - Pacific
683-700
Decorative Prints
701-707
Miscellany (Incunabula, etc.)
708-726
Atlases & Books
727-755
Title Pages, World Maps, Polar, Celestial & Globes
1.
Frontispiece - Low Countries (De Bello Belgico Decas Prima Famiani Stradae Rom. Soc. Iesu), Strada, ca. 1632. 8.8 x 12.5”. (HC) The most famous of all
cartographic curiosities is the Leo Belgicus, in which the Low Countries were depicted in the form of a lion. This curious form of cartography is one of the
highpoints in the Golden Age of mapmaking. This version is based on the original 1538 Aitsinger form with the lion standing facing right with a paw raised and
holding a shield. This is the largest of the Famianus Strada versions, used as a frontispiece for part two of his pro-Spanish and pro-Catholic book on the Dutch war
of independence. It is beautifully engraved with a stippled sea filled with ships and a sea monster. While the miniature Leo Belgicus maps are occasionally found
on the market, the larger ones are quite rare. Ref: Tooley (MCC-7) #15. Watermarked paper with attractive color and minor soiling. Professionally remargined at
right and left with a small portion of neatline and image at bottom right expertly replaced in facsimile. (B+)
$5500-7000
2.
Frontispiece - Low Countries (De Bello Belgico [with book] Famiani Stradae Romani E Societate Jesu De Bello Belgico Decas Secunda), Strada, Rome, 1648. 3
x 4.8”. (BW) This frontispiece is the famous Leo Belgicus, or Lion of Belgium, depicting a map of Belgium and Holland in the form of a lion. This version of the
Leo Belgicus is based on the original Aitsinger form with the lion standing facing right with the right paw raised and holding a shield. This is one of the smallest
versions of all the Leos, measuring only 2.6 x 4.8”. The frontispiece appears in the popular history describing the war between the Low Countries and Spain from
a pro-Spanish and pro-Catholic viewpoint. Famiamo Strada was a Jesuit and teacher at the Collegium Romanum in Rome. The book also includes a title page,
nine engraved portraits, 642 pages and an extended index. Original vellum binding with raised bands and manuscript ink title on spine.
This example has the stamp of Lord Milford and the signature of Sir Erasmus Phillips in the front endpapers. Ref: Tooley (MCC-7) #31. The map and text are
lightly toned with marginal soiling. The binding is sound and the covers and spine are moderately soiled and bumped. (B+) $600-800
3.
Title Pages (Emblemata Nobilitati et Vulgo Scitu Digna: Singulis Historiis Symbola Adscripta & Elegantes Versiis Historiam Explicates...), Bry, Frankfurt, 1592.
4.2 x 3.3”. (BW) This small, ornate title page comes from Theodore de Bry’s emblem book Emblemata Nobilitati et Vulgo Scitu Digna..., which was created to
accompany young nobility on their travels through Europe. The book contains images of blank escutcheons interspersed with contemporary figures, scenes from
mythology, and illustrations discouraging immoral sexual behavior, among other drawings and pages of Latin and German text. The title page features Latin and
German text on an architectural structure surrounded by putti and cherubs in armorial dress. Minor soiling, primarily along the edges of the sheet, and one tiny
tear that just enters engraving at bottom. (B+)
$110-140
4.
Title Page, America, Italy (Americae Retectio), Galle/Stradanus, [1592]. 11.2 x 7.8”. (HC) This fascinating allegorical engraving commemorates the discovery
of the New World. Flora (Florence) and Janus (Genoa) reveal a globe, that rests on the reclined body of Neptune (Oceanus), above a map of the coast of Italy. The
title is suspended between portraits of Amerigo Vespucci and Christopher Columbus. Columbus’ ship, the Santa Maria, is shown leaving Genoa and approaching
the West Indies and Vespucci’s ship is shown departing Italy (near his hometown of Florence) and sailing along the coast of South America. Magellan is alluded
to on the globe where Magellanica is marked between the tip of South America and the huge southern continent. Mars displays the arms of Florence at upper left,
while Neptune presents the arms of Genoa at right.
Joannes Stradanus was a Flemish artist, who lived in Italy. He designed the four drawings in the Americae Retectio (including this frontispiece) and sent them
to Antwerp where they were engraved by Adrian Collaert and published by Philippe Galle. According to Tooley, his work is one of the most important historical
picture atlases, and is quite rare due to its ephemeral nature. This is the rare first state of three. The drawings were copied by Theodore De Bry, where the figures
are shown in reverse. Ref: Tooley (TMC-2) pp. 22-24. There are some professional repairs in the blank margins, else fine. (A)
$1400-1900
5.
Title Pages (Guil. et Ioannis Blaeu Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, sive Atlas Novus. Partis Primae pars Altera), Blaeu, Amsterdam, 1640. 7.7 x 12.8”. (HC) This title
page from Blaeu’s great atlas is presented in the architectural format. A knight in full armor and a nun flank the title. At the top are two maidens displaying coats
of arms, and the allegorical figure of Mars with his ferocious hounds. The Latin title and imprint are pasted onto the engraved framework, as was customary with
title pages. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2:21B. A fine impression with attractive color, light soiling and one very faint pencil notation in the image. (B+)
$275-350
6.
Title Pages (Guil. et Ioannis Blaeu Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, sive Atlas Novus. Pars Secunda), Blaeu, Amsterdam, 1645. 9.6 x 15.9”. (HC) This fine title page
is in the classic architectural style of the Renaissance and graced the Spain and the Continents section of the Theatrum Orbis Terrarum. The title is flanked by two
pillars capped by a domed structure supporting the royal coat of arms of the Kingdom of France after the conclusion of the French Wars of Religion. The Latin
title and imprint are pasted onto the engraved architectural framework, as was customary with title pages. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2:22A. Attractive color
with gilt highlights and light soiling. There are some ink notations below title from a previous owner. (B+)
$200-240
7.
Title Pages (A Pisgah-Sight of Palestine and the Confines Thereof, with the Historie of the Old and New Testament Acted Thereon), Fuller, ca. 1650. 7.1 x 11.7”.
(BW) Thomas Fuller (1608-1661) was a respected English clergyman who wrote several books on the history and geography of the Holy Land. His A Pisgah-Sight
of Palestine, published in 1650, was a geographical description of the Holy Land with special reference to biblical history. A Pisgah is translated as a mountain
ridge, and typically refers to Mount Nebo, which is believed to be the summit from which Moses saw the Promised Land. The maps in the book were derived from
the cartography of Adichom supplemented by Fuller’s own wide reading. Fuller financed the book by dividing it into sections and finding sponsors for each one.
To acknowledge the patrons, all maps contained decorative cartouches with the sponsor’s coat of arms and a dedication to him. This is the engraved title page to
Fuller’s work and is centered on a idyllic landscape filled with animals. The view is surrounded by an elaborate border with biblical references and vignettes of
husbandry, including beekeeping, wine-making, churning butter, and harvesting. Engraved by Francis Clein (Cleyn). A nice impression with one tiny hole in
image at bottom right, a few small spots, and a damp stain confined to top blank margin. (B+)
$220-250
8.
Title Pages (La Geographie Universelle Contenant les Descriptions, les Cartes, et le Blason, des Principaux Pais du Monde), Duval, Paris, 1682. 5 x 4”. (HC)
This charming title page appeared in Duval’s fine miniature world geography, with many of the maps based on Nicolas Sanson. Pierre Duval was Sanson’s nephew
and pupil, and published a wide range of atlases and individual maps. The title page features an octagonal border filled with leaves, a double-hemisphere world
map, two books, and a sun, surrounded by the four continents in the corners. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. A nice impression on
watermarked paper with attractive color and light toning along centerfold. A previous owner’s stamp appears in bottom blank margin. (B+)
$110-140
9.
Title Pages (Claudii Ptolemaei Tabulae Geographicae Orbis Terrarum Veteribus Cogniti), Ptolemy/Mercator, 1704. 9.3 x 14.4”. (BW) This striking, classical title
page is from Mercator’s edition of Ptolemy. It features two river gods in the foreground, and personifications of music, art, and learning are shown mapping the
globe, while the angel of Fame trumpets above. Engraved by Jan van Vianen. Although Mercator 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. This example is on a folio sized sheet and still attached
to the table of contents for the atlas, published by Francois Halma and Guiljelmus van de Water. Ref: Shirley (TP) #14B. Light soiling with a few small spots of
foxing. (B+)
$200-230
10.
Title Pages (In Principio Creavit Deus Caelum et Terram...), Halma, Amsterdam, ca. 1720. 8.3 x 13.6”. (HC) This Biblical engraving features a chart of the solar
system below a Dutch translation of Psalm 19.1 (“The heavens declare the glory or God, and the firmament proclaims his handiwork”) and a vivid depiction of
the earth being forged beneath a Dutch translation of Psalm 104.5 (“He set the earth on its foundations; it can never be moved”). Father Time and a female figure
holding an armillary sphere and a bird in a nest flank these images of Heaven and Earth. The opening lines of Genesis appear in several languages, among them
Dutch, English, Latin, German, and Hebrew. Several of the decorative elements are highlighted in gilt. Designed by G. Hoet and engraved by Gilliam van der
Gouwen. On watermarked paper with faint soiling, mostly confined to the margins. A short tear on the bottom edge, well away from image, has been closed
with archival tape on verso. (A)
$275-350
11.
Title Pages (Descriptio Orbis Antiqui in XLIV. Tabulis Exhibita a Io. Davide Koelero Hist. et Polit. P.P. Altdorfino Studio Atque Opera...), Weigel, Nuremberg,
ca. 1720. 7.5 x 12.8”. (HC) This attractive title page is centered on Atlas, who is supporting a terrestrial globe (centered on Africa) on his shoulders and standing
on an architectural structure. Flanking him are two rows of medallions representing the eastern hemisphere (at top left), the continents and the key countries in
the eastern hemisphere. This title page graced David Koehler’s Descriptio Orbis Antiqui, which was an atlas of the ancient world, published by Weigel. A nice
impression with a printer’s crease at left and light soiling. Remargined at right with old paper. (B+)
$240-300
12.
Title Pages (Atlas Novus Terrarum Orbis Imperia, Regna et Status Exactis Tabulis Geographice Demonstrans...), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 11 x 18.9”. (HC)
This boldly engraved sheet has many allegorical figures gathered in front of a large globe. Standing atop the globe, Atlas and Hercules hold up the heavens. In
the background, bats and owls fly in the night sky while storks and eagles fly toward the sun. In the forefront is Neptune, god of seafaring, with his trident. To his
right are Mercury, with winged helmet and caduceus, and Cybele, goddess of cities, representing civilization. Behind Cybele is Aeolus, god of the winds. From
a later plate engraved by Michael Rossler circa 1720. Ref: Shirley (TP) #79. On watermarked paper with a small damp stain in the title cartouche, light soiling,
primarily visible in the blank margins, and several edge tears, a few of which just touch the neatline. (B)
$240-300
13.
Title Pages (Atlas Methodicus Explorandis Juvenum Profectibus in Studio Geographico ad Methodum Hubnerianam), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1730. 6.1 x 9.7”.
(HC) Attractive small title page with a portrait of Johann Baptist Homann supported by a cherub. Below the title two women (one of whom is a mythological
female warrior) use two maps and a globe to instruct a small child. There is a stain at bottom that is just visible in the image and another in the right blank margin,
as well as some light toning along the centerfold. Trimmed to neatline at bottom. (B)
$180-220
14.
Title Pages (Atlas Homannianus Mathematico-Historice Delineatus), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1762. 10.8 x 18.6”. (HC) An evocative title page with a large
globe and three female figures. The two angelic figures represent History and Geography, while the third classical muse is Urania, goddess of Astronomy or Navigation, standing by with a telescope, a compass, and an armillary sphere. The top of the map is balanced with a pair of putti holding the banner title, while below
Apollo in his sun-chariot greets a personification of the North Star as night passes into day. Drawn by Johann Justin Preister and engraved by Andreas Hoffer. Ref:
Shirley (TP) #86. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$275-350
15.
Continents ([On 4 Sheets] America cum Supplementis Poly-Glottis [and] Europa Poly Glotta. Linguarum Genealogiam Exhibens... [and] Asia Poly-Glotta Linguarum Genealogiam... [and] Africa Poly-Glotta Scribendi Modos Gentium Exhibens), Homann Heirs, Synopsis Universae Philologiae, Nuremberg, ca. 1720.
7.7 x 6.1”. (HC) This is a fascinating lot of four separate thematic maps of the continents. Each map identifies the different countries and linguistic divisions,
with tables displaying their script, alphabets and spoken languages. Important in the history of thematic mapping, this is one of the first to use color to distinguish
areas and subjects on a theme. A Latin key in the lower right of the Africa map describes the colors used to show the habitation of descendants of Ham, Japheth,
and Shem after the Flood. The American map depicts California as an island, and oddly includes what appears to be Persian and Indian alphabets in panels to the
right. Drawn by Gottfried Hensel and engraved by S. Dorn. Size varies slightly. Ref: McLaughlin #229; Robinson, pp 55-56, and 130-132. Originally issued on
the same sheets, these maps have been separated. Each has ample margins and shows light scattered foxing. There is small portion of the Europe map missing,
showing linguistic characters, the result of paper weakness caused by a damp stain. A deep extraneous crease runs through the right side of the Asia map. (B)
$475-650
16.
World ([Untitled - World]), Ptolemy/Fries, Claudii Ptolemaei Alexandrini Geographicae…, [1535]. 18.2 x 11.7”. (BW) This is one of three world maps included
in Fries’ Ptolemaic atlas and one of the few early 16th century world maps available to collectors. This striking woodblock world map is a reduced-scale version of
Waldseemuller’s Ptolemaic map of 1513, which was on the traditional modified conical projection. The area above 65 degrees north is noted as Mare Congelatum
(Frozen Sea). The map is surrounded by 12 wind heads representing the classical winds blowing from each direction. This edition was printed by Melchoir and
Gaspar Treschel and edited by Michael Villanovus (known as Servetus). Servetus was charged with heresy by John Calvin in 1553, in part due to the text in this
atlas. The courts found him guilty and sentenced him to burning at the stake, atop a pyre of his own books, including this atlas. This 1535 edition is considered to
be rarer than Fries’ editions of 1522, 1525 and 1541. Ref: Shirley #47; Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #209-1. Watermarked paper with wide margins, faint spots, and
light toning along centerfold and sheet edges. There are a number of small worm holes that have been expertly infilled, with a small amount of image in facsimile.
(B+)
$4000-4750
17.
World (Orbis Terrae Compendiosa Descriptio), Mercator, Atlas Sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica…, 1587. 20.6 x 11.4”. (HC) An elaborate strapwork
border surrounds this beautiful double-hemisphere map, and an armillary sphere and 32-point compass rose are tucked between the hemispheres. Rumold Mercator
based this map on his father’s great world map of 1569. The North Pole is depicted as a landmass surrounding a sea from which four rivers radiate and there is a
well depicted Northwest Passage. The huge Terra Australis is shown as a part of Tierra del Fuego, and the lands of Lucach, Maletur and Beach (from the travel
account of Marco Polo) are noted along the coast in the vicinity of present day Australia with a large island labeled Iava Minor located in the same region. Japan
is shown in a kite-shaped configuration, with the fictitious Satyrorum insule (Satyr’s Island) shown above. South America has a bulge on its southwest coast, and
New Guinea is depicted in a large, circular configuration. The map embodies many ancient authorities and is a wonderful view of classical cartography. Cracks
in the copper plate are visible in the title, indicating a later publication circa 1619. French text on verso. Ref: Shirley #157; Portinaro & Knirsch XLVIII; Suarez
(Veil) #31, plt. XI. Attractive color with expert paper repairs along centerfold, else fine. (A)
$6000-8000
18.
World ([Untitled - World]), Ritter, Speculum Solis…, 1610. 14.4 x 11.6”. (BW) This scarce and extremely unusual map shows the world projected from the
North Pole as if it were the table of a sundial. The landmasses are drawn to scale in proportion to their distance from the pole. The result is a very distorted, though
mathematically correct, projection. The map is filled with engravings of animals, sea monsters, ships, and a few bizarre characters, such as a pair of headless
humans, and is surrounded by a floral border. This is the first state. Ref: Shirley #270. A fine impression on watermarked paper. Issued folding with one minute
hole at a fold intersection. Binding trims in left blank margin have been replaced with old paper to accommodate framing. An excellent example. (A)
$12000-14000
19.
World (Typus Orbis Terrarum), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.4 x 3.8”. (HC) This is Bertius’ second miniature world map. It is a double hemisphere based on Mercator’s famous world map with several updates by Jodocus Hondius. Terra Australis Incognita fills the
Southern Hemisphere and connects to New Guinea in the region of Australia. Mercator’s Northwest Passage and interesting polar islands have been replaced with
a non-descript landmass. The eastern coast of Asia has been revised to include a Korean Peninsula. The map is richly decorated in a strapwork surround with the
cartographer’s name boldly engraved below the map. Latin text on verso. Ref: Shirley #291; King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) 0001:342B. A
fine impression on watermarked paper with attractive color. (A+)
$550-700
20.
World (Orbis Terrarum Typus de Integro Multis in Locis Emendatus...), Plancius, Amsterdam, ca. 1625. 20.3 x 11.3”. (BW) This handsome world map, first
issued in 1590, was based on Rumold Mercator’s map of 1587. It incorporates the improvements made by Ortelius with a re-shaped South America and inclusion
of the Solomon Islands. Plancius introduced new information, based on Portuguese reports, on the far-west coast of America and the western coastline of Africa.
Japan is shown for the first time as one small and three larger islands, although still misshapen. It is beautifully engraved in a strapwork surround with a compass
rose and armillary sphere tucked between the hemispheres. This example is the third state from a Dutch Bible with the attribution D.R.M. Mathes. Engraved by
Baptista Doeticum, Dutch text on verso. Ref: Shirley #177; Poortman & Augusteijn #72. Issued folding, now pressed. Dutch Bible maps are often found with
damaged side margins, but the margins on this example are in excellent condition. There are a few small, unobtrusive spots in the image and light stains in top
blank margin, far from image. (A)
$3500-4250
21.
World (Nova Totius Terrarum Orbis Geographica ac Hydrographica Tabula), Blaeu, Theatre du Monde ou Nouvel Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 21.5 x 16.1”. (HC)
A magnificent map featuring a carte-a-figures border with allegorical representations of the sun, the moon, the five known planets, the four elements and the four
seasons. Along the bottom are vignettes showing the seven wonders of the world: the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Colossus straddling the harbor at Rhodes,
the Pyramids, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus at Cairo, the Temple of Diana, the Statue of Jupiter and the lighthouse at Alexandria. Josua van Ende engraved this
map, reducing it from Blaeu’s 1605 wall map for inclusion in atlases.
Petrus Plancius’ world map of 1592 was the main source of geographical information. The map is shown on Mercator’s projection with a massive Southern Continent attached to New Guinea, with the coastal names of Beach and Psittacorum regio noted from Marco Polo’s travel memoirs. North America has the westward
bulge characteristic of the time, with the Strait of Anian noted. Korea is shown as an island and Japan is in a kite-like shape. The map itself is richly decorated
with cartouches, sea battles, monsters and compass roses. Fourth state with Tierra del Fuego shown as an island and the date omitted from the lower cartouche on
the right. French text on verso, published between 1635-50. Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #1; Shirley #255; Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #00001:2A. Watermarked paper with old
color that has been refreshed, a minor printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold at bottom, and marginal soiling. (A)
$15000-18000
22.
World (Nova Orbis Tabula, in Lucem Edita), Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1670. 22.4 x 18.9”. (HC) This is one of the most attractive double-hemispherical world maps
of the late seventeenth century. The corners are filled with images of the seasons, the zodiac, and the elements, all combined within four well-composed vignettes.
At top left is a personification of Spring, who also represents Virgo, with the element of Air billowing her robes. The bull of Taurus and the ram of Aries are shown
to the right. The top right vignette represents Autumn, with the shore in the background illustrating the element Water. A putti holds a crab representing Cancer, and
another holds the lion of Leo. The twins of Gemini flank the inset of the North Pole at top. The lower left scene presents Summer and Earth with a wine-imbibing
Bacchus and a scene of drunkenness The signs for Scorpio and Libra are held by two followers, while Sagittarius gallops in the background. Winter holds court
in the final vignette, with the element of Fire shown to the left. Aquarius is represented by a child pouring water into a basin. A group of raucous children in the
background hold a goat representing Capricorn and a fishing pole with the double fish of Pisces.
In North America, the Great Lakes appear as one large semi-circle with an open western end, and the island of California is shown on the Briggs model with a flat
northern coast, and a portion of Anian appears in the Pacific Northwest. South America has the mythical L. Parime astride the equator, with the imaginary golden
city of Manoa on its shores. Asia displays a Japan with an oversized Iedso (Hokkaido) shown on the map of the Western Hemisphere. A partial coastline for
Australia is shown, and both New Zealand and Tasmania are indicated by only one stretch of coastline. The inset of the North Pole shows Hudson Bay with two
southern bays, and the inset of the South Pole is nearly blank save for the very tip of South America and Tierra del Fuego. This is the second plate with cherubs in
the cusps and the appearance of Nova Guinea and Quiri Regio in the western hemisphere. Ref: Shirley #451. Attractive old color that has been partially refreshed
with light soiling, a few small stains, and professional repairs to some short fold separations and a 1” tear in the South Pole inset. Professionally remargined at
right and left with chips in top corners of map expertly replaced in facsimile. (B)
$4500-5500
23.
World (Die Ebbe und Fluth auff einer Flachen Landt-Karten Furgestelt), Happel, Relationes Curiousae…, ca. 1687. 11.4 x 8”. (BW) This is one of the earliest
thematic maps of the world. The ocean currents are graphically depicted and although conjectural, the map is the first serious attempt to portray scientific phenomena
based on the reported findings of seamen. Four curious tracks, perhaps denoting subterranean tunnels, link the Black and Caspian Seas, the Caspian Sea with the
Persian Gulf, the Mediterranean with the Red Sea, and most interestingly the Atlantic with the Pacific through the Isthmus of Panama. The landmasses are marked
with the locations of live volcanoes. Noted as scarce by Shirley. Ref: Shirley #468; Robinson, p. 46-47. Issued folding with light soiling and several separations
and tiny holes along the bottom horizontal fold that have been archivally repaired, with a small amount of image in facsimile. An edge tear at left that enters 1.5”
into the image has also been archivally repaired. (B)
$1100-1300
24.
World ([Untitled - World]), Peeters, L’Atlas en Ebrege ou Nouvelle Description du Monde…, Antwerp, [1692]. 10.8 x 5.5”. (BW) This double-hemisphere
world map shows the island of California with a completely blank Northwest coast of North America, and a large lake in central United States. In the southern
hemisphere, Australia and New Zealand are partially mapped, and Australia appears to be connected to New Guinea. Allegorical figures fill the corners and cusps
between the spheres, with Apollo and his chariot at top. Engraved by Jacob Harrewyn. Ref: Shirley #554. Issued folding with just a touch of soiling. (A)
$300-375
25.
World (Nova Orbis Tabula, ad Usum Serenissimi Burgundiae Ducis / Mappe Monde ou Description du Globe Terrestre & Aquatique Presentee a Monseigneur
le Duc de Bourgogne…), Jaillot, Atlas Royal, Paris, 1694. 24.3 x 19.5”. (HC) This is the first state of this lavishly decorated double-hemisphere map by Hubert
Jaillot, which was published in editions of his Atlas Royal from 1694-99. Both the Latin and French titles dedicate the map to the Duc de Bourgogne, also known
as the Dauphin of France. Geographically the two hemispheres are similar to those in Jaillot’s larger map first published in 1674. French possessions in North
America are labeled Canada ou Nouvelle France. In addition, the northwestern coast of North America is largely blank and the Great Lakes are in early formation.
The map still shows numerous cartographic myths, including the island of California, a large Terre de Iesso, and a partial coastline of the great southern continent.
Two mythical lakes also still appear in South America: Lac ou Mer de Parime and Lac de Xarayes.
The decorative elements surrounding the hemispheres are entirely and elaborately updated. Above the hemispheres are figures representing governance and the arts,
including such symbols as a globe, painter’s palette, and the scales of justice. At bottom are four figures representing the continents, surrounded by lush scenery
with a volcano, wild animals, and sailing ships.
This map is much less common than Jaillot’s other world maps. The interesting cartographic elements and lavish decorative surround make this a very desirable
late 17th century map. Ref: Shirley #561. Bold original color with moderate oxidation of the green pigment and light toning. There are professional repairs to a
tiny tear and adjacent abrasion in bottom vignette near volcano, with a minute amount of image expertly replaced in facsimile. (B+)
$4500-5500
26.
World (Novus Planiglobii Terrestris per Utrumque Polum Conspectus), Blaeu/Valck, Amsterdam, ca. 1695. 21.1 x 15.9”. (HC) This uncommon, beautifully engraved map showing the world on a polar projection was the final world map executed by Johannes Blaeu in circa 1672. A tragic fire destroyed the Blaeu company
that same year before the map was published. The plate itself survived and was acquired by Gerald Valck, who replaced Blaeu’s imprint with his own. Traces of
the original imprint can still be discerned in the cartouche. The map shows California as an island; the only Blaeu map to depict this cartographic myth. In the
Pacific, the coastline of Australia is beginning to take shape. In South America, two mythical lakes are shown: Parime Lacus is on the Equator and Lago de los
Xarayes appears in the center of the continent. The southern tip of South America is oddly truncated due to the projection. Surrounding the map are billowing
clouds, the sun, moon and an armillary sphere at top. The bottom of the map shows Eve emerging from the rib of Adam on the left, and on the right, a clothed and
ashamed Adam is about to depart the Garden of Eden. Ref: Shirley #459. Attractive color with light soiling in wide, blank margins. (A)
$6500-7500
27.
World (Typus Totius Orbis Terraquei Geographice Delineatus, et ad Usum Globo Materiali Superinducendus), Scherer, Atlas Novus, Munich, 1700. 13.7 x 8.6”.
(HC) This is an interesting and uncommon set of globe gores. It is one of eleven world maps that appeared in the Novus Atlas that was published between 1702
and 1710. California is shown as an island, Iedso is a part of Japan, and Australia, New Guinea and New Zealand are not yet fully formed. A small, strapwork
title cartouche contains the date. Ref: Shirley #633. Issued folding, now pressed, with a minor spot of printer’s ink residue and some soiling in top blank margin.
(A)
$1000-1200
28.
World (Orbis Terrarum Tabula Recens Emendata et in Lucem Edita), Stoopendaal, Amsterdam, ca. 1714. 18.1 x 14”. (HC) This decorative double hemisphere
world map was issued in a Dutch Bible published by the Keur family. It is based on Visscher’s Bible map of 1663 and is surrounded by nearly identical engravings, which include numerous exotic animals and four female allegorical representations of the continents. At the top and bottom are two diagrams depicting the
Copernican and Ptolemaic theories of the solar system. California is depicted as an island with a flat northern coast. Australia includes the western and northern
coasts and the discoveries of Van Diemen. There are numerous Pacific islands including much of the western coastline of New Zealand. Dutch text on verso. Ref:
Shirley #498; Poortman & Augusteijn #130 (GII-2). Issued folding, now pressed with attractive color, several professionally repaired fold separations, and minor
soiling. (B+)
$1400-1600
29.
World (Mappe-Monde ou Carte Generale de la Terre, Dressee sur les Observations de Mrs. de l’Academie Royale des Sciences), Fer, L’Atlas Curieux ou le Monde...,
Paris, 1717. 13.2 x 9”. (HC) Fine double hemispheric map that features California as an island. Surrounding the hemispheres are nine medallion portraits of
explorers, including La Salle, Tachard, Dampier, Magellan, Drake, Columbus, Vespucci, Marco Polo, and Schouten. The map shows early mapping of North
America with the Great Lakes not completely formed. The northeast coast of Asia includes a coastline labeled Roye. de Coree stretching off the map in the direc-
tion of North America. Australia and New Zealand are tentatively drawn and named Nouvelle Hollande and Nouv. Zeeland. According to Shirley, this map may
have been copied directly from the similar map by Mortier (see Shirley 572), however since the dating on the Mortier map is uncertain, it is possible that Mortier
copied de Fer. This is the third edition, dated 1717. Ref: Shirley #601; Pastoureau, FER 1D. Issued folding, now pressed, on watermarked paper. A binding trim
at bottom right has been repaired to accommodate framing, and a resulting binding tear that enters 1” into image has been professionally repaired. (A)
$700-800
30.
World (Nouvaux Mappemonde ou Globe Terrestre avec des Tables et des Remarques pour Conduire a la Connoissance de la Geographie et de l’Historie), Chatelain, Atlas Historique..., Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 26.5 x 18.8”. (HC) This bold world map from Chatelain’s monumental, seven-volume atlas combines a wealth
of information and geographical observations. The two hemispheres are divided into a grid with a corresponding key to the tables surrounding the map, which
identifies the locations of principal cities, mountains, rivers, lakes, islands, and other geographical features. The routes of prominent explorers are traced, along
with a list charting their travels. Australia and New Guinea are joined into one large landmass with only the southern tip of Tasmania outlined.
North America is still vastly unexplored with an uncharted western coastline. This map shows California as a peninsula, in contrast to Chatelain’s renowned
Carte Tres Curieuse from the same atlas that depicts it as an island. The Atlas Historique was published between 1705 and 1720 when the question of California’s
insularity was hotly contested among leading cartographers. It was common practice for publishers to present both versions of the controversy. Issued folding,
now flattened with tiny fold intersections skillfully repaired. A couple tiny worm tracks along centerfold have been professionally infilled, now only visible when
held up to a strong light. (A)
$1500-2000
31.
World (Planiglobii Terrestris cum Utroq Hemisphaerio Caelesti Generalis Repraesentatio), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 22 x 19.3”. (HC) This is one of the
most decorative eighteenth century world maps. The two hemispheres are surrounded by vivid engravings of natural phenomena such as waterspouts, a rainbow,
earthquakes, and a volcano. Wind heads occupy the starry heavens, and two putti hold the title banner aloft. The map itself shows a typical geographical view of
the period. California is shown as an island with an indistinct Fretum Anian and Terra Esonis above it. There is a River of the West emptying into a small sea just
northeast of California. The partial coastlines of Australia, New Zealand and New Guinea are noted. Australia is shown to be separate from New Guinea, Carpentaria and Diemens Land. Nova Britannia is shown as a separate island off the coast of New Guinea with the notation that it was discovered by Dampier in 1700.
Several explorer’s tracks are traced, including Magellan, Dampier, Tasman, Gaetani and Charmont. Nestled between the hemispheres are two detailed celestial
maps. Text panels at bottom describe the natural phenomena. Homann borrowed both the cartography and depictions of natural phenomenon from Zurner’s similar
map circa 1700. Attractive color on watermarked paper with professional repairs to a long centerfold separation at bottom and an adjacent tear that extends from
the bottom of the sheet to the south Atlantic. (B+)
$2000-2300
32.
World (Planisphaer. Ter. cum Globo Coel et Terr. Sph Armil &c.), Anon., Hubner’s Staats Zeitungs Lexicon, Augsburg, ca. 1730. 9 x 7.4”. (HC) Small and
very decorative double hemisphere map. California is depicted as an Island with a flat northern coast. Australia includes the western and northern coasts and the
discoveries of Van Diemen. There are numerous Pacific islands including much of the western coastline of New Zealand. Five astronomical diagrams decorate the
top of the map. At the base are a pair of globes and an armillary sphere, which is surrounded by putti using a variety of scientific instruments. The background is
taken from a map by Homann displaying natural phenomenon such as volcanoes, earthquakes, waterspouts and a rainbow. “Tab. I. Geographia et Astronomia” is
engraved above the map. Published in Johann Hubner’s Staats Zeitungs Lexicon. A dark but slightly uneven impression with two minute worm tracks that are
only visible when held to light. (B)
$550-650
33.
World (A New and Correct Map of the World from the Latest Observations), Senex, Geography Anatomiz’d, London, ca. 1730. 11.6 x 6”. (BW) This small
English-produced world map was published by Patrick Gordon in Geography Anatomiz’d and 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 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 Compagnies Land stretches between Asia and North America. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.Gord-2a #1. Issued folding
with a few small, faint spots. (B+)
$250-350
34.
World (Nova et Accuratissima Totius Terrarum Orbis Tabula / Nieuwe en Allernaeukeurigste Weereldt-Kaert), Ottens, Amsterdam, ca. 1740. 23.3 x 20.3”. (HC)
This attractive double hemisphere map shows North America with an incomplete coastline in the northwest. Only Virginia and Carolina are noted along the east
coast, with a huge Florida and New Mexico occupying most of the continent. In the Northern Pacific is a section of land with a note: “Terra Detecta a Dom Juan
de Gama cum e Chine in Novam Hispaniam iter fecit” indicating it was land discovered by Juan de Gama on a voyage from China to New Spain. Australia, New
Guinea and Tasmania are shown with incomplete coastlines, and the tracks and discoveries of numerous explorers are noted. Original color with some minor
printer’s ink residue and isolated foxing in the image. (B+)
$800-1000
35.
World (Mappe-Monde Dressee sur les Observations de Mrs. de l’Academie Royale des Sciences et Quelques Autres et sur les Memoires les Plus Recens), Delisle/
Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1745. 25.4 x 19.7”. (HC) This handsome double hemisphere map is an updated version of Delisle’s first world map, issued in
1700. Delisle had used accounts from French explorers and colonizers of the Gulf of Mexico region, and also had access to accounts from survivors of La Salle’s
expedition in the late 1680’s. The tracks of major explorers and their discoveries are charted throughout the oceans. Although Covens & Mortier made numerous
updates to Delisle’s map, there are still several cartographic inaccuracies that remain. New Guinea is connected to Australia, however Nouv. Bretagne is now
shown as a separate and very round island. In addition, Terre de la Compagnie still appears to the northeast of Japan. In this edition new information corrects
the representation of the Great Lakes, South America, Japan as an island, and the Niger River in Africa. But the most interesting part of the map is the Pacific
Northwest and the Bering Sea, where a conjectural coastline now appears with notations of the discoveries of Vitus Bering’s first and second expeditions. A River
of the West is also depicted almost connecting the Pacific to L. Winipigue.
The elegantly engraved title cartouche features female representations of the continents balanced by a ribbon-style banner. Covens & Mortier’s imprint appears
in a new and more decorative cartouche at bottom featuring sea monsters and mer-men, with a lovely seascape and sailing ships behind them. In addition, four
polar projections have been added to the previously blank corners of the sheet, with partial outlines of Antarctica shown in the southern projections at left. A very
lovely and rare map that features a wealth of cartographic information. Ref: cf. Shirley #603. Attractive color on watermarked paper with a few small spots of
foxing and professional repairs along centerfold at top and bottom. There is a 1.3” tear adjacent to centerfold at bottom of image that has also been professionally
repaired. (B+)
$1600-1800
36.
World (Essay d’une Carte Reduite Contenant les Parties Connuees du Globe Terrestre...), Bellin, Paris, 1748. 27.5 x 19.8”. (BW) Early issue of this fine large
world chart on Mercator’s projection decorated with a large title cartouche and two compass roses. North America is shown with a very pronounced River of the
West connecting through a series of rivers and lakes from Lake Superior to the Pacific - representing the elusive Northwest Passage. The Russian discoveries in
the North Pacific are not yet shown, although there is a note about the voyages of 1743. Australia is labeled Nouvelle Hollande with Terre de Diemen and Nouv.
Guinee both linked to the mainland. New Zealand is only partially formed and there are numerous islands in the Pacific. Issued folding on watermarked paper
with some faint toning, two tears near the lower compass rose that have been professionally repaired on verso, and a few tiny splits at fold intersections. (B+)
$700-900
37.
World (Mappemonde ou Description du Globe Terrestre), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Portatif Universel et Militaire, Paris, 1748. 12.1 x 6.4”. (HC) Small double
hemisphere world with a completely blank western coastline of North America and California in peninsular form. Australia and New Zealand are partially mapped
with a speculative southern and eastern coastline, and Terre de Diemen is depicted as attached to the mainland. This is the first state, engraved by Lattre. Ref:
Pedley #5. Issued folding on watermarked paper with very faint offsetting and some minor toning mostly concentrated along the centerfold. (B+)
$100-140
38.
World ([Lot of 2] Hemisphere Occidental [and] Hemisphere Oriental), Brion de la Tour/Desnos, Atlas General et Elementaire, Paris, ca. 1766. 20.3 x 14.2”.
(HC) Pair of very attractive hemisphere maps, each surrounded in a rococo style border that was printed from a separate copper plate. In the Western Hemisphere,
Brion has devised an ingenious way to show the competing theories of the Pacific Northwest. One hypothesis is engraved in dotted lines and colored in green, and
another version, engraved in hachure and colored in yellow, shows the Sea of the West and Northwest Passage. In the Eastern Hemisphere, Australia is partially
mapped and then completed into an odd shape by hachures connecting Tasmania and New Guinea. Both maps include numerous explorers’ routes and important
recent discoveries. Ref: McGuirk #129. Original color with faint toning along centerfolds, else very good (B+)
$400-475
39.
World (Il Mappamondo o sia Descrizione Generale del Globo), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, 1774. 15.5 x 11.3”. (HC) Attractive Italian map featuring the
voyages of Cook and Bougainville. Greenland is shown connected to North America and Alaska is considerably oversized. Australia is connected to Terra di van
Diemen and New Zealand appears as two islands, but in an unusual stout configuration. Female figures representing the four continents fill the corners surrounding
the map. Engraved by Guilian Zuliani. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1a, Vol. 1 #7. Original color on watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$1100-1300
40.
World (Mappemonde ou Description du Globe Terrestre Dressee sur les Memoires les Plus Nouveaux, et Assujettie aux Observations Astronomiques), Robert
de Vaugondy/Boudet, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1776. 27.9 x 18.5”. (HC) This lovely and decorative double-hemisphere map shows the tracks of the voyages of
Bouvet de Lozier (1738-39) in the Antarctic and of Anson (1740-43) across the Pacific, along with the Manilla - Acapulco route of the Spanish galleons. It was
Anson’s capture of a richly laden galleon in 1743 that made his expedition so important in the annals of Pacific voyages. Australia is depicted with a conjectural
coastline connected to Tasmania, and Terre de Diemen appears both in Tasmania and on the northern coast. In North America the Pacific Northwest is beginning
to take shape with the additions of Admiral de Fonte’s discoveries, although there are still numerous inaccuracies. A series of rivers and lakes appears to depict
at least one Northwest Passage, including L. de Fonte, Gr. Riviere de l’Ouest, and Lac Bernarda. The map is decorated with an elaborate, figural cartouche that
was designed by Cochin and engraved by Groux. The attribution cartouche at the bottom is flanked by putti and clouds. This is the third state with changes to the
Pacific Northwest. Ref: Pedley #8. Issued folding on watermarked paper with several short fold separations that have been professionally repaired. There is light
soiling, a few light creases, and a 1” tear extending from centerfold towards South America that has also been professionally repaired. (B+)
$900-1100
41.
World (Mappemonde a l’Usage du Roy...), Delisle/Dezauche, Paris, 1779. 26.5 x 17.4”. (HC) Dezauche, the successor to the Delisle cartographic firm, issued
this impressive large double hemisphere map based upon the work of both Delisle and Bauche. The map shows well formed continents with the latest discoveries
described in the cartouche at bottom. The western portion of North America is still largely blank with the exception of a large Mer de l’Ouest and a waterway
labeled Gr de Eau that suggests a Northwest Passage. Alaska is shown in a rudimentary shape based on the discoveries of Captain Cook. Australia and New Zealand also reflect the discoveries of Captain Cook, whose routes are traced throughout the map, including several landfalls in Antarctica. The large title is in ribbon
form, with a sun and clouds covering the upper portion of the map, and a decorative advertisement cartouche at bottom. This is the third state with the addition of
the Gr de Eau. Ref: McGuirk #44. Watermarked paper with a few small, unobtrusive spots and a couple tears in blank margins that have been archivally repaired.
(B+)
$750-850
42.
World (Planisphere Physique ou l’on Voit du Pole Septentrional ce que l’on Connoit de Terres et de Mers...), Buache/Dezauche, Paris, ca. 1780. 17.3 x 13.4”.
(HC) This is a scarce and very unusual thematic map designed to illustrate the watersheds of the world. The map is presented on a North Polar projection. Strong
hachures show the major mountain ranges and color is used to depict the watershed for each of the oceans. In North America there is a large Sea of the West
and a nearly complete Northwest Passage. Australia is still shown with a conjectural coastline, making it considerably too wide. The continent connects to both
New Guinea and Terre du St. Esprit (the Land of the Holy Ghost), discovered by Queiroz. Engraved by Desbruslins. Ref: Potter, pp.178-9 (illus); McGuirk #60.
Original color on watermarked paper with very generous margins, light toning, scattered foxing primarily confined to blank margins, and some creasing along the
centerfold. (B)
$400-475
43.
World (Geography A Map of the World in Three Sections, Describing the Polar Regions to the Tropics In Which Are Traced the Tracts of Lord Mulgrave and
Captain Cook Towards the North & South Poles and the Torrid Zone or Tropical Regions...), Bell, Philadelphia, ca. 1786. 16.6 x 9.3”. (HC) A finely engraved
double polar projection, with a rectangular map of the tropical regions centered on the equator across the bottom. The southern hemisphere shows Capt. Cook’s
voyages of 1773, ‘74, and ‘75. The northern hemisphere focuses on the 1773 voyages of Captain Phipps, now Lord Mulgrave. Issued folding, now pressed flat,
on watermarked paper with a few tiny wormholes near the fold just outside the North Pole map and some faint soiling. (A)
$275-350
44.
World (Map of the World from the Best Authorities), Guthrie, A New Geographical, Historical, and Commercial Grammar, London, ca. 1794. 14.1 x 7.3”. (HC)
This double hemispheric world map incorporates the discoveries of Capt. Cook. Of interest is the depiction of a huge New South Wales that stretches across the
entire east coast of New Holland from Van Diemens Land (still attached) to the Cape York Peninsula. New Guinea’s southern coastline is indistinctly drawn. A
note near Hawaii states, “Owhyhee where C. Cook was killed.” Engraved by B. Baker. Ref: McCorkle (18th C. Geog. Books) #171-1. Issued folding with light
scattered foxing, a damp stain along the right edge of the sheet that just enters image, and a few short fold separations that do not enter map image. (B)
$80-100
45.
World (The Geographical Distribution of Plants According to Humboldt’s Statistics of the Principal Families & Groups; Schouw’s Twenty Five Phyto-Geographic
Regions, and the Distribution of the Family of Palms and the Genera Pinus (Pine) & Erica (Heath)), Johnston, Physical Atlas, ca. 1848. 22.8 x 19.4”. (PC) This
large map is a superb example of thematic mapping with various colors and diagrams used to illustrate the distribution of plants throughout the world. A chart at
top, Outlines of Botanical Geography..., provides a graphic display of the type of indigenous vegetation in the major mountain regions of the world. At bottom
is a map of the world with the distribution of plants depicted through the use of color. This handsome chart is from the English version of Heinrich Berghaus’
Physikalischer Atlas, which resulted in the first truly comprehensive thematic atlas. It is a very early example of printed color, the development of which made a
huge impact on cartography in general and specifically the graphic portrayal of geographical data on thematic maps. Ref: Phillips (A) #225; Robinson, pp. 64-67.
All edges gilt on thick paper with faint offsetting and a barely noticeable abrasion near the border at bottom that does not affect the map image. (A)
$190-220
46.
World (The World in Hemispheres. With Other Projections &c. &c.), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1860. 13.1 x 11.2”. (HC) A lovely double hemisphere map with
Mitchell’s unique floral border. Below the world map are three smaller maps: The World on a Polar Projection; North Polar Region; Land and Water Hemispheres.
A comparative diagram of the world’s rivers is shown above the maps with the note “Sea of Uniamezi Probable Source of the Nile.” Engraved by W. Williams. A
Time Table Indicating the Difference in Time Between the Principal Cities of the World... appears on verso. A hint of toning along sheet’s edges. (A)
$100-130
47.
Ancient World (Tabula Itineraria ex Illustri Peutingerorum Bibliotheca…Nobilissimo Viro Marco Velsero), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum Parergon, Amsterdam, 1598. 20.5 x 15.5”. (HC) These four sheets are Ortelius’ scarce version of the famous Peutinger Table. These decorative maps, in a sequence of four plates,
each with two strip maps, depict the imperial roads and posts within the Roman Empire throughout Europe, North Africa and Asia as far as Toprobana (Sri Lanka).
The format distorts the landmasses, but provides an excellent view of the cities and roads, which include distances between the posts. The three most important
cities of the Roman Empire, Rome, Constantinople and Antioch, are represented by enlarged symbols including the emperor seated on a throne. Size given is for
each plate.
The original parchment document for this incredible map is thought to have been made in the thirteenth century. The original now resides in the Vienna National
Library, but is so damaged that the Ortelius version is now the most reliable representation. The Peutinger Table, as it is generally known, derived its name from
Konrad Peutinger, who once owned the original. Ortelius had manuscript copies made in 1598 from the original scroll and supervised the engraving, but did not
live to see their publication. This is the Parergon edition with Latin text on verso, printed by Balthasar Moretus and published in 1624. Ref: Shirley #212; Van den
Broecke #227-230. Watermarked paper with attractive color, light soiling, a faint damp stain along centerfold at top, and professional repairs to some centerfold
separations. There are tears that enter map image 1” at bottom on 1st sheet, 2” at top on 2nd sheet, and 1/2” at bottom on 4th sheet that have all been professionally
repaired. (B+)
$7000-8500
48.
Polar (Poli Arctici Constitutio [on sheet with] Poli Antarctici Constitutio), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682]. 7.6 x 13”. (HC) Interesting
copper engraving showing the two poles. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, an immense and amazing work covering all aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within the earth’s interior - from dragons, to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe
the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. He suggested the existence
of a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs, as well as the theory that subterranean temperatures increase directly in proportion to depth. Published in
a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. Marginal soiling. (A)
$140-180
49.
Polar (Carte des Deux Regions Polaires jusqu’au 45 Degre de Latitude), Beaurain, Paris, ca. 1795. 11.2 x 7.6”. (HC) Finely engraved map with north and south
polar projections. Land contours around the Arctic Circle are still very speculative and on America’s Pacific Northwest coast is the apocryphal entrance to a Northwest Passage, reported by Admiral de Fonte in 1640, but disproved after later navigators such as James Cook and George Vancouver surveyed the coast in detail
in the late 18th century. On the South Polar map are the tracks of Abel Tasman in 1642, and Captains Cook and Furneaux in 1769, 1773 and 1774. This map is
based on Comte de Buffon’s map of the same name, which was originally published in Histoire Naturelle. Jean Chevalier De Beaurain Sr. lived from 1696-1771
and was a well known Parisian cartographer, who was appointed Geographe Du Royal (Royal Geographer to the King) in 1721. After his father’s death, Jean de
Beaurain Jr. carried on his father’s mapmaking business and is best known for his chart of Boston Harbor, Massachusetts, based on Des Barre’s chart of the same
region. Engraved by Etienne Collin. Original color with light soiling. Trimmed close to neatline at right. (B+)
$200-240
50.
North Pole (Terres Arctiques Dites Autrement Septemtrionales et Boreales), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) Finely
engraved miniature map of the North Pole detailing Hudson, Button and Baffin bays with fictitious islands of Spigelberg and Villoubi located just above the real
island of Novaya Zemlya. The map is based on John Seller’s polar projection. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range
of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: Burden #363; Kershaw #253; King (2nd
ed) pp. 132-135. Watermarked paper with wide, original margins and a hint of toning along centerfold. (A)
$200-240
51.
North Pole (Poli Arctici, et Circumiacentium Terrarum Descriptio Novissima), Hondius/deWit, Amsterdam, ca. 1715. 19.6 x 17.1”. (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. This is De Wit’s issue, with his imprint in the title cartouche, and re-engraved areas around Iceland and at the
base of Nova Zemla. Ref: Burden #246; Kershaw #104. An excellent impression with attractive color, one unobtrusive spot below the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and
a couple of minute worm holes only visible when held to light. (A)
$1900-2200
52.
North Pole (Geographische Universal-Zeig und Schlag-Uhr...), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1730. 22.6 x 19.4”. (HC) Magnificent and unusual chart of the North
Pole showing a range of time zones and the Zodiac within a background of day and night. The chart is engraved onto the face of an elaborate case clock based
on one made for Homann by Nuremberg clockmaker Zacharias Landteck with panels of German text at the sides. The map shows the Island of California with
Compagnie Land stretching between North American and Asia. There is scattered foxing and a hole in the neatline at right. (B)
$400-500
53.
South Pole (Terres Antarctiques Dites Autrement Australes et Inconnues), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) Finely
engraved miniature map of the South Pole, showing a large Terre Australe, which appears to be connected to New Zealand. Australia and Tasmania are depicted
with conjectural coastlines, leaving uncertainty as to whether or not they are connected. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a
wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135;
Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with a hint of toning along centerfold and some printer’s ink residue in wide, original margins. (B+)
$200-230
54.
South Pole (Chart of Recent Discoveries in the Southern Polar Regions [in report] The Monthly Chronicle, of Events, Discoveries, Improvements and Opinions…),
Dearborn, 1841. 6 x 7.4”. (BW) This basic map of Antarctica is centered on the longitude of New Zealand and shows portions of New Holland, Africa and South
America. Portions of the continent are shown including Enderby’s Land, Palmer’s Land, Alexander’s Land and South Victoria. The routes of several explorers
are also shown including Cook, Ross, Wilkes and Weddel. The map is included in the complete November 1841 edition of The Monthly Chronicle of Events,
Discoveries, Improvements and Opinions. This obscure publication included an article and letter from Captain James Ross who was then on voyage of discovery
in the Antarctic, and the article reported that he had reached the highest latitude in the Southern Hemisphere. 95 pp. Published by Bradbury & Soden in Boston.
The map has a little toning and offsetting primarily at top. The text has scattered foxing and the back paper wrapper is detached. (B)
$100-130
55.
Southern Hemisphere (Carte de l’Hemisphere Austral Montrant les Routes des Navigateurs les plus Celebres par le Capitaine Jacques Cook), Cook/Benard, Abrege
de l’Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1775. 21 x 21”. (BW) This scarce chart is a French edition of Cook’s voyage in the southern hemisphere that is
drawn in a circular polar-projection. Lists beside the map provide details of discoveries and destinations in the southern hemisphere. The chart includes the routes
of other explorers including Tasman, Dampierre, Carteret, Byron, Bougainville, Furneaux and others. The copper-engraved chart shows all of Australia (Nouvelle
Hollande) with Tasmania attached to the mainland. There is good detail of the East Indies and the Celebes. An important chart for any collector of Antarctic material. Issued folding on watermarked paper with light offsetting and a rust spot at bottom. Please note that the blue hue in the image is caused by our scanner and
not in the physical map. (B)
$400-500
56.
Celestial (Globus Coelestris), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, 1616. 5.5 x 3.8”. (BW) Splendid miniature celestial chart
in two hemispheres surrounded by a strapwork border. French text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #0010:342. A nice impression
with minor soiling at bottom of image. (B+)
$400-475
57.
Celestial (Planispheres Celeste par Mr. de la Hire...), La Hire/De Fer, L’Atlas Curieux ou Le Monde…, Paris, 1702. 13.1 x 9.1”. (HC) This decorative twin
hemisphere star chart is the work of Philippe de la Hire, a notable French astronomer, and was engraved by Herman van Loon. Warner speculates this small map
was a prototype for his larger celestial maps that were also published by De Fer. The allegorical constellations figures are derived from Bayer’s Uranometria. The
spheres are surrounded by several diagrams of the sun, moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn - each with their namesakes in Greek mythology. This is
the first state. Ref: Kanas #7.12.2; Warner, p. 145, #3a. On watermarked paper with minor soiling. (A)
$550-700
58.
Celestial (Astronomia Comparativa in qua Planetarum Primaria Phaenomena...), Doppelmayr/Homann, Atlas Novus Coelestis, ca. 1742. 21.9 x 19”. (HC) Johann
Gabriel Doppelmayr was an astronomer of high repute and made a specialty of lunar observations. The main focus here is a chart comparing synodic periods as
observed from Earth and other planets. Within this chart, there is a scene depicting heavenly creatures making observations through a telescope from their vantage
in the clouds. Surrounding the chart are three Tychonic models of the solar system and a figure comparing the relative size of the Sun on different planets. On
watermarked paper with faint toning and wear along the centerfold, minor scattered foxing, and a centerfold separation just entering the neatline at bottom. Several
extraneous creases run the length of the map. (B)
$400-500
59.
Celestial (Junius - Vorstellung Einer Gegend des Gestirnten Himmels von Osten nach Suden), Bode, Hamburg, ca. 1790. 7.7 x 6.1”. (HC) A delicately engraved
depiction of the constellations of the southern sky in June, including Scorpius, Antinous, and Ophiuchus. Johann Elert Bode, a self-taught astronomer, served as
director of the astronomical observatory of the Berlin Academy of Science for nearly 40 years. He edited the Astonomisches Jahrbuch every year from 1774 to
1826, and published several popular astronomy texts and atlases. Ref: Kanas, pp. 176-77. Issued folding on watermarked paper with minor soiling, mostly in the
blank margins. (A)
$70-90
60.
Celestial (Planispheres Celestes), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 22 x 13.5”. (BW) Striking double hemisphere celestial chart in the form of two
spheres showing the position and courses of the planets in the northern and southern hemispheres. Includes the Ecliptic, the great circle of the celestial sphere that
is the apparent path of the sun among the stars. A legend at bottom identifies the sizes of the stars. Engraved by Pierre Tardieu and printed by Louis Letronne.
Wide margins with light soiling, a few tiny worm holes, and a centerfold separation at bottom that has been closed on verso with archival tape. There is a damp
stain at top of sheet, far from image. (B+)
$120-150
61.
Moon (Tabula Selenographica in qua Lunarium Macularum Exacta Descriptio Secundum Nomenclaturam Praestantissimorum Astronomorum tam Hevelii quam
Riccioli...), Doppelmayr/Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1740. 23.1 x 19.3”. (HC) This is a magnificent double hemisphere map of the surface of the moon. Both
spheres depict the same side of the moon and are filled with topography, using place names following the nomenclature of Riccioli (on the right) and Hevelius (on
the left). Riccioli named the features of the moon for famous people and scientists, while Hevelius named them after geographical features on the earth. Between
the two spheres is a scheme of the phases of the moon and different lunar phases are represented in the four corners. The map is decorated at top with cherubs
using a telescope and Diana, the goddess of the moon.
If you turn the map 90 degrees counter-clockwise and examine the sphere on the left, notice that the shaded area dominating the lower center of the sphere resembles
the Mediterranean Sea. Hevelius named the landform in the middle of this region Sicilia and the crater in its center M. Aetna. For some 140 years, the two systems
of lunar cartography competed with each other. Although Hevelius’ system was influential, the cumbersome Latin names gave way to the easier to remember and
more popular system devised by Riccioli - the system that left the possibility for scientists to someday have a lunar feature named for them! Ref: Kanas, pp. 25859. A nice impression with a few spots of printer’s ink residue and light toning along centerfold. (B+)
$1200-1500
62.
Cartographic Miscellany (Typus Sympathicus Microcosmi cum Megacosmo Sive Signaturas Plantarum, cum Singulis Humani Corporis Membris Exprimens),
Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682]. 8.3 x 12.7”. (HC) This interesting engraving represents the theory that the human body is the cosmography of the microcosm in correlation to Ptolemy’s cosmography of the macrocosm. Thus the workings of the human body are an analogy for the workings of the
universe. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, Subterranean World, an immense and amazing work covering all aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within
the earth’s interior - from dragons, to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe the physical
makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s
famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. Marginal soiling with a few tiny worm tracks in the blank margins, not affecting image. (A)
$275-350
63.
Cartographic Miscellany (Colossus Monarchic Statua Danielis Dan. II, 31), Seutter/Lotter, Augsburg, ca. 1730. 19.2 x 22.8”. (HC) One of the most interesting
cartographic curiosities in Seutter’s famous series of large symbolic figures. The figure of Colossus, with sword and scepter, represents Daniel’s interpretation of
King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream (Dan. 2:39-40). History’s great empires are engraved on the breastplate; Oriental empires on the left leg, Western ones listed on the
right. Mythical animals also representing the great monarchies flank the figure. Ref: Tooley (MCC-1) #36. An example featuring attractive color on watermarked
paper with a 6” fold separation near the middle of the image, and several other tears that measure between 1-4” that have all be closed on verso with archival tape
and old paper. Additionally, there are several edge tears and cracks scattered about the image, which have been similarly repaired. Despite these faults, it presents
well. (C+)
$275-375
64.
Cartographic Miscellany (Tabula Poliometrica Germaniae ac Praecipuorum Quorundam Locorum Europae / Neu Vermehrter Curioser Meilen-Zeiger der Vornehmsten Stadte in Europa Besonders in Teutschland…), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1731. 21.3 x 18.1”. (HC) This table lists the distances between major European
cities, with a primary focus on cities in Germany. The title cartouche describes how to use the table, explaining how one must use their pointer-fingers to locate
where a row and column meet. The explanation also claims that the table “answers 7798 questions” regarding distances between cities. The title cartouche is
surrounded by allegorical figures, including Mercury, Athena, putti and cherubs. Watermarked paper with original color that has been partially refreshed and a
few small spots. (B+)
$200-230
65.
Cartographic Miscellany (Tableau Analytique des Differentes Positions de la Sphere, des Differens Systemes, des Revolutions et des Distances des Planetes, &c.),
Delamarche, Paris, 1824. 24.6 x 19.6”. (BW) A handsome, large chart that explains the different theories of the solar system, according to Copernicus, Tycho
Brahe, and Ptolemy. There are numerous engravings of spheres, globes, and diagrams of movements of the planets, including the moon and a solar eclipse. Several
tables with French text explain the theories. Engraved by the Barriere brothers. Issued folding, now pressed flat, on bright paper with a binding trim at left that
has been replaced with paper and an associated binding tear that extends about 3 1/2” into image and has been closed with archival tape on verso. There are a few
fold separations that have also been closed with archival tape on verso and minor offsetting. (B)
$200-240
66.
Cartographic Miscellany ([Lot of 3 - World Thematic Maps]), Garnier, Atlas Spheroidal & Universel de Geographie, Paris, 1860. 28 x 21”. A fascinating group
of maps from this scarce atlas that is exceptional for its thematic maps and “spheroidal” maps of the world, which have a three-dimensional effect. The popularity
of thematic maps reached its zenith in the mid-nineteenth century when advances in printing techniques made possible the production of maps that could clearly
display the spatial aspects of physical and cultural phenomena. Sizes vary slightly on sheet size 34 x 24”. Included in this lot are:
A. No. 3. Tableau des Principales Projections Usitees pour la Construction des Cartes Geographiques…, hand color. Displays 11 different global projections used
by mapmakers including Mercator, Flamsteed and Bonne.
B. No. 4. Tableau Synoptique de la Geographie de l’Antiquite…, hand color. Depicts the ancient world surrounded by eight inset maps including Egypt, Palestine,
the Roman Empire and the Peutinger table at top.
C. No. 11. Tableau des Diverses Projections des Cartes de l’Atlas Spheroidal…, printed color. Shows a variety of spheroidal projections with an explanation at
bottom.
Light toning along the sheet edges and a few small spots. The map of the Ancient World has a 2” centerfold separation at bottom. (B+)
$200-250
67.
Cartographic Miscellany, United States ([Puzzle] Dissected Outline Map of the United States of America), Milton Bradley Co., ca. 1865. 23 x 16.5”. (HC) This
complete, rare, and very early puzzle map of the United States was produced by Milton Bradley & Co. of Springfield, Massachusetts. The map shows basic detail
of cities and railroads, including the Union Pacific and Kansas Pacific (which were not completed until 1869 and 1870). The map is dated circa 1865 as Wyoming
Territory had not yet been organized from Dakota Territory, and Nevada had not yet gained its southern tip from Arizona and its eastern portion from Utah. The
map is decorated by a train and a ship in the Atlantic with a fancy title at lower left.
The puzzle is housed in a paper box with paper title label attached to the top. The inside cover has a paper ad for Milton Bradley Japanese Backgammon which
was intended to amuse children and keep them from the “temptations of the street.” The puzzle pieces are made of 1/16” thick compressed paper board, and are
all 4-sided with straight edges instead of the more common state shaped pieces.
Milton Bradley established his color lithography shop in 1860 and soon thereafter started making board games. During the Civil War he produced small games that
soldiers could easily pack in their knapsacks - considered the first American travel games. Milton Bradley was an early advocate of the idea of Kindergarten and
many of the company’s products were educational in nature. This is a great example of his early work. The map has some minor spots and soiling. Original box
is in very good condition with light wear. (B+)
$400-500
Western Hemisphere
68.
Western Hemisphere, Atlantic Ocean (E. Tabula Terre Nova F.D.W.), Waldseemuller/Fries, Opus Geographiae, [1522]. 17.1 x 12.8”. (BW) This is Laurent Fries’
slightly reduced, and more decorative, version of Waldseemuller’s landmark map covering the Atlantic coastline of the Americas. It is one of the earliest maps
available to collectors of American maps. Waldseemuller’s map was the first map devoted to the Americas to appear in an atlas. His map is often referred to as the
Admiral Map because Waldseemuller attributed his source of information on the New World to ‘the Admiral’ - referring to Columbus. This was a change, however
from his 12-sheet world map of 1507, on which Waldseemuller named the new continent America after Amerigo Vespucci. He soon realized his error and corrected
it on his map of the Americas, first published in 1513, in which the new world was named simply Terra Incognita. Waldseemuller attempted further to distance
himself from the false credit he had given to Vespucci by specifically crediting Columbus with two lines of Latin text, which read, “Hec terra cum adiacentib insulis
inuenta est per Columbu ianuensem ex mandato Regis Castelle” (this land with its adjacent islands was discovered by Columbus, sent by authority of the King of
Castile). Waldseemuller also used Portuguese manuscript maps as sources, including the portolan charts by Cantino (1502) and Caveri (circa 1505), particularly
for the coastal place names shown in North America.
The geography of Fries’ map follows that of the 1513 Waldseemuller and delineates the Atlantic from latitudes 35 south to 55 north, with a surprisingly accurate
depiction of the American coastline. Fries added the Spanish flag flying over Cuba (named Isabella after the Queen of Spain) and a text block beneath Hispaniola
describes the island and Christopher Columbus’ discoveries in 1492. He also added graphic depictions of cannibals and a fierce-looking opossum, both of which
had been reported by Amerigo Vespucci. He renamed the new world Terra Nova and retained the two famous lines of Latin text from the 1513 edition. This is the
very rare first edition, which was published in 1522 and is the only edition with a decorative ribbon banner title cartouche above the map. Ref: Burden #4; Goss
(NA) #3; Portinaro & Knirsch, pp. 64-65. A nice impression on watermarked paper with full, original margins. There is light toning along centerfold, a hint of
offsetting, and minor soiling in blank margins. There are a few minor professional repairs along centerfold and to a small hole in bottom blank margin, far from
image. Remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B+)
$21000-25000
69.
Western Hemisphere (America Noviter Delineata), Hondius, Nouvel Atlas, Amsterdam, 1631. 19.7 x 14.9”. (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 1639-44. Ref: Burden #192; Goss #27;
Tooley (America), plt. 172; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #9000:1D.2. A nice impression with old color, wide margins, very minor offsetting, and an extraneous horizontal
crease. (B+)
$2000-2300
70.
Western Hemisphere (Amerique), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) Charming miniature map of the Americas. California is shown as an island and the D. d’Anien separates California from a huge Terre de Iesso, with a D. de Vriez separating Iesso from an unnamed Asia. The
Spanish colony of St. Fe is identified, Quebec is shown as the capital of the French possessions and St. Augustine is shown in Florida. N. Suede is incorrectly
shown, as the Dutch took possession of that colony in 1655. In the Pacific, the recently discovered coastline of New Zealand is depicted as a remnant of the old
southern continent. This is the third state, with a modified title cartouche. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of
atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: Burden #350; McLaughlin #26; King (2nd
ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with just a touch of toning along centerfold. (A)
$475-550
71.
Western Hemisphere (Recentissima Novi Orbis sive Americae Septentrionalis et Meridionalis Tabula), Danckerts, Amsterdam, ca. 1696. 23 x 19.5”. (HC) Second
state of this beautiful map of the Americas and an interesting version in this series of maps inspired by Nicolas Visscher in 1658. Danckerts’ map follows Sanson’s
geography for the interior of North America with open-ended Great Lakes, the island of California, and the R. del Norte being a confusion between the Rio Grande
(with Santa Fe located near its source) and the Colorado River (emptying into the Mer Rurbrum). Added above California is a huge Terra Esonis stretching nearly
to Japan, a bit of which is visible in the upper left border. There are dozens of place names along this spurious coastline. The cartography of South America is
derived from De Wit and depicts the northern region overly wide. De Wit’s tribal vignettes fill the interior of Brazil and Parime Lac appears on the Equator. One
of the most interesting features of the map is the early appearance of Quiri Regio in the South Pacific, reflecting early Dutch exploration in the vicinity of Australia.
This is the second state with nomenclature in Terra Esonis. Ref: Burden #725; McLaughlin #123; Tooley (Amer) p. 124, #43. A clean, bright example. (A)
$1800-2100
72.
Western Hemisphere (Der Neuen Welt Begriff, Bestehende in 2 Haubt Theilen als Nord America und Sud America, Warinnen der Erste Meridian nach Frantzosicher
art Gezogen), Stridbeck/Bodenehr, Augsburg, ca. 1700. 5.2 x 5.9”. (HC) Attractive small map of the Americas with the Island of California (based on Sanson)
and part of the coast of New Zealand. Third state of the plate with the added coastlines of New Guinea, Diemens Land, Japan, and Land von Jesso in the Pacific.
Ref: McLaughlin #141. Printer’s ink residue and some faint soiling. (B+)
$120-160
73.
Western Hemisphere (America), Moll, Atlas Minor, London, ca. 1732. 7.8 x 10.4”. (BW) Boldly engraved small map showing California as an Island with an
indented northern coast, and Mozeemleck and the Str. of Annian to the north. Names the Gulf of California. Filled with trade-winds and directions between 30
north and south latitude. Ref: cf. Phillips (A) #585; McLaughlin #213. Issued folding with a damp stain entering the neatline at top, a few spots, and a binding
trim at right. (B)
$400-500
74.
Western Hemisphere (L’Amerique Dressee pour l’Etude de la Geographie...), Brion de la Tour/Desnos, Paris, 1764. 10.3 x 9.3”. (HC) Very decorative map with
a landscape-style title cartouche and numerous sailing ships, some engaged in battle. While the interior of the map contains little cartographic information, the
northwest part of North America is quite interesting. A large bay labeled Entrée de Martin d’Aguilar en 1603 indents the coastline, while above that, a river and
lake system provide a complex Northwest Passage. Just above this fictitious passage is a notation that the existence of a Sea of the West is questionable. Ref:
McGuirk #130. On watermarked paper with light toning, especially along the centerfold and printer’s ink residue concentrated in the top left corner of the map
image. (B+)
$200-240
75.
Western Hemisphere (America), Probst, Atlas Minor ex Tabulis Geographicis, Augsburg, ca. 1784. 9.3 x 6.6”. (HC) Scarce, curious map of the Americas that was
based on the cartography of Johann Schreiber. It shows a very late depiction of the mythical island of California with the Terra Esonis Incognita coastline stretching
towards Asia, and an amorphous Great Lakes. The title cartouche includes the incongruent appearance of an elephant and a lion. At right is a panel of German text
describing the regions and colonial possessions. Additional text describing America is at bottom. Ref: McLaughlin #242. Sharp impression and vibrant original
color. There is a faint damp stain in bottom margin with a tiny unobtrusive spot and a minute wormhole in the map, else very good. (B+)
$375-450
76.
Western Hemisphere (Amerique ou Nouveau Continent Dressee sur les Nouvelles Relations Decouvertes et Observations), Nolin, Paris, 1795. 21.2 x 18.5”. (HC)
Very handsome and rare map of the Americas decorated with a large title cartouche depicting two Indians smoking a peace pipe and preparing smoke signals. The
cartouche is embellished with huge flowering plants that conveniently obscure the northwest coast of North America. However, an inset at bottom completes the
picture with the Delisle/Buache theories of a Northwest Passage. This is a later edition with the tracks of several recent explorations shown throughout the oceans.
Panels of French text describe the various nations. Originally by Nolin, the map was “corrected and augmented” by L. Denis and published by Basset. Overall
size with text on each side of map is 26.5 x 18.5”. Watermarked paper with light soiling, a few small worm holes that have been professionally infilled, and some
additional minute worm holes only visible when held to light. (B+)
$1100-1300
77.
Western Hemisphere (L’Amerique Divisee dans les Principaux Etats avec les Nouvelles Decouvertes du Capit. Cook...), Delamarche, Paris, 1800. 25.7 x 20”.
(HC) This large, rare map of the Americas extends to show New Zealand, a portion of northeastern Asia, and part of Japan. Within the United States, important
cities and settlements such as Jamestown, Philadelphia, Boston, Charleston, and New Orleans are identified, as are the locations of several Indian tribes. Cook’s
discoveries in Hawaii and Alaska are reflected within the map, as are his routes throughout the oceans. John Meare’s routes appear near Alaska, and the northwest
coast is presented in Meare’s configuration with a Sea of the West (Vue de la Terre la Mer la Mer). In addition to Hawaii, many other islands in the Pacific are
also included. The Caribbean and South America are rendered in fine detail. A decorative title cartouche featuring indigenous vegetation adorns the bottom right
corner. Ref: McGuirk #235. On watermarked paper with sizable margins and printer’s ink residue. There is also a printer’s crease and two marginal tears that
have been closed on verso with Japanese tissue. (B+)
$1000-1300
78.
Western Hemisphere (A Map of America, or the New World, Wherein Are Introduced All the Known Parts of the Western Hemisphere...), Wyld, 1824. 23.1 x
20.6”. (HC) This handsome, large map shows the United States and Mexico with early borders. Texas is still part of Mexico and is unnamed while the boundary
between the United States and Canada is drawn to present-day boundaries. The map extends through the Pacific Ocean to include New Zealand and the Pacific
Islands where Hawaii is prominently shown. In South America, there is still a remnant of Lake Parime. In the Antarctic Icy Sea, and just peaking out of the border
are the South Sandwich Islands, labeled Sandwich Land and Southern Thule. Adorned by a decorative title cartouche featuring a snake. Wide margins with light
offsetting, a centerfold separation that enters 1” into image at bottom and has been closed on verso with archival tape, and several small edge tears well away from
the map image. (B)
$300-375
79.
Western Hemisphere (Amerique Reduite d’Apres celle d’Arrowsmith…), Fremin, Paris, 1828. 29.5 x 23”. (HC) This rare French chart of the Americas is based
on the map of Arrowsmith with additional information from Humbodlt’s expedition and the discoveries of Clarke, Pike, Franklin and Parry. In North America, the
United States includes a large Missouri and Oregon Territory with numerous Indian tribes named. Texas is named and shown under Spanish control, while Alaska
is named Amerique Russe. There is good inland detail in both North and South America, depicting numerous towns and cities, rivers and topography. Numerous
islands in the South Pacific are located and identified. Issued folding and now flattened and backed in heavy linen. Remargined at top and bottom, and margin
extended at left. (B+)
$500-650
80.
Western Hemisphere (Carte de l’Amerique Dressee par G. Delisle et Ph. Bauche), Delisle/Dezauche, Paris, 1830. 23.3 x 18.8”. (HC) Dezauche, the successor
to the Delisle cartographic firm, issued this re-engraved version of the Delisle’s famous map of the Americas that was first published in 1722. The map has been
extensively updated through numerous revisions. This one 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 its claims
into present-day British Columbia and Mexico is in control of Texas and the Southwest. Tooley notes an 1830 version, but does not mention the removal of the
cartouches - so this may be an edition he did not record. Ref: cf. Tooley (Amer) p.16, #19. A fine impression on clean, bright paper with two stains confined to far
blank margins. (A)
$400-450
North America
81.
North America (America Septentrionalis), Sanson, Die Gantze Erd-Kugel, Paris, [1679]. 9.6 x 7.2”. (HC) This is a charming little map of North America with
California as an island embellished with a strapwork title cartouche. California is shown with an indented northern coastline in the Foxe form. The detached
coastline to the northwest of California is named Terra 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 western-most Great Lakes are left open-ended and
Lake Erie remains unnamed. This map was published in Johann David Zunners’ very rare German translation of Sanson’s L’Amerique en Plusieurs Cartes. The
map was re-engraved for this edition, and there are a few notable differences from Sanson’s map of 1657. Both the names Virginie and Floride are omitted here,
and the entire eastern seaboard is now marked as non-French territory. Along the Gulf Coast the Bay and River of S. Esprit are also missing. Ref: Burden #510;
McLaughlin #90. A nice impression with attractive color and very light soiling. (B+)
$700-850
82.
North America (Amerique Septentrionale), Mallet, Beschreibung des Ganzen Welt-Kreisses…, Paris, ca. 1685. 4.6 x 6.1”. (BW) This charming miniature map
depicts the continent with the island of California shown only to about the 40 degrees north. The Great Lakes are open-ended in the west and called Mer Douce
and there is a north-south range of mountains called Mont de Suala. A drape-style cartouche adorns the title. This is the second state of the map, published in the
German edition of Description de l’Univers, with German text above the map. Ref: Burden #563; McLaughlin #81-2. This example has sizable margins with a
couple damp stains which just enter into the neatline and remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B+)
$190-240
83.
North America (Nouvelle Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale Dressee sur les Plus Nouvelles Observations de Messieurs de l’Academie des Sciences et des Meilleurs Geographes avec des Tables Tres Instructives et Curieuses...), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1720. 23.3 x 18.5”. (HC) This is Chatelain’s
re-engraved version of Delisle’s foundation map of North America. The cartography is nearly identical to the Delisle map, with California returned to its peninsular
position rather than as an island. Mendocin is the farthest northern point on California, and the northwest portion of the continent is left blank. The Great Lakes
are well-defined, based on Coronelli. The Mississippi River valley is well developed with recent French settlements. A chart to the right lists the primary divisions of North America with colonial interests, native tribes, and towns. Ref: Lowery #263; Phillips (A) 579. Issued folding on bright, watermarked paper with a
short fold separation on Greenland, a few minor abrasions concentrated in the Caribbean, an area with slight toning along a fold, and some fold separations, most
of which have been repaired with archival tape. There are remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B+)
$550-700
84.
North America (L’Amerique Septentrionale, Suivant les Nouvelles Observations de Messrs. de l’Academie Royale des Sciences, etc. Augmentees de Nouveau),
Covens & Mortier, Nouvel Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1735. 11.6 x 8.7”. (HC) A delicately engraved map of North America and the West Indies, based on Delisle’s
important map of 1700. This map depicts an interesting version of California that is ambiguous about whether it is an island or not, as the Gulf of California is left
open ended, and the Northwest coast is left blank. Neptune and two Native Americans flank the large title cartouche. The routes of the explorers Cortez, Drake
and Olivier are shown in the Pacific. This map was originally published by Pieter van der Aa. Issued folding, now pressed, on watermarked paper with original
outline color and later coloring in the cartouche. There is light toning and soiling along the folds, and several fold separations have been professionally repaired.
A tiny hole in northern South America has also been professionally repaired, with a tiny amount of image replaced in facsimile. (B+)
$500-650
85.
North America (Carte des Parties Nord et Ouest de l’Amerique…), Robert de Vaugondy, Encyclopedie: Suite de Recueil des Planches, sur les Sciences…, Paris,
1772. 14.3 x 11.3”. (HC) Robert de Vaugondy’s rendition of Samuel Engel’s map of 1764 alters the North American coastline slightly and extends to include
part of Asia. The myth of a Northwest Passage continues to persist, here linking the Detroit d Anian with Lac Michinipi by a system of rivers and a large Lac des
Conibas. There is also a River of the West that connects to another large lake, L. des Tahuglanuks that is located near a remnant of Lanhotan’s R. Longue. Alaska
is shown as a series of large islands. California is labeled Grand Quivira. A great map that illustrates many of the cartographic myths of the period. Ref: Pedley
#453; Portinaro & Knirsch #155. A dark impression, issued folding with some light printer’s ink residue in the image and a binding trim at lower left. (A)
$300-350
86.
North America, Pacific Ocean (Carte des Declinaisons et Inclinaisons de l’Aiguille Aimantee Redigee d’Apres la Table des Observations Magnetiques Faites par
les Voyageurs Depuis l’Annee 1775), Buffon, Naturelle Histoire des Mineraux, ca. 1780. 21.8 x 22.3”. (BW) This chart is sheet number 5 from a series of 8 maps
and covers all of North America with an emphasis on the west coast. Many place names are identified including Cap Blanc, Cap Foulweather and Nootka with the
coastline only partially mapped. The ocean is filled with magnetic readings from various explorers after 1775. Published in Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle Histoire
des Mineraux. Please see lot 616 for the map of eastern Asia from this same set that could be joined to form a larger map depicting the entire northern Pacific
Ocean. Issued folding on heavy, watermarked paper with light offsetting and a few tiny spots in the image. Please note that the blue hue in the image is caused
by our scanner and not in the physical map. (B+)
$400-500
87.
North America ([Lot of 3] Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale [and] Amerique Septentrionale [and] America Settentrionale di Arrowsmith), ca. 1810-52. (HC)
A. Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale, by Jean-Guillaume Barbie du Bocage, circa 1852, hand color (9.1 x 12.1”). This decorative map stretches from the Arctic
Ocean to the northern part of South America, with many cities identified east of the Mississippi, as well as rivers and mountains. Within the United States, Indian
Territory is here called Distict d’Ozark. Alaska is Amerique Russe. The map is decorated by a picture-frame style border and elegant scroll titling. Engraved by
Charles Smith. Condition: Original outline color with some soiling, a tiny wormhole only visible when held up to light, and two small abrasions, the first on the
“C” in “Grand Ocean Equinoxial”, and the second on the border near the bottom left corner.
B. Amerique Septentrionale, by Felix Delamarche, dated 1824, hand color (12.2 x 10.4”). This fascinating French map of North America features the United States
in an evolving configuration. Mexico has control of an unnamed Texas and the rest of the Southwest. The northwest United States extends into present-day British Columbia due to the Fifty-four Forty or Fight! dispute. Farther north, Alaska is identified as Amerique Russe and borders Nouveau Cornouailles. Condition:
There is slight toning along the centerfold, two short centerfold separations at top and bottom that have been professionally repaired on verso, and some stains on
the top edge, well away from the map.
C. America Settentrionale di Arrowsmith, circa 1810, hand color (7.9 x 9.3”). Uncommon, small Italian map based on Arrowsmith’s important map of North America.
The area shown extends to include Central and South America to Lima. Numerous Indian tribes are located throughout. Baffin Bay is delineated much too large
with a note about the Hearne (1771), Foxe (1631), and Mackenzie (1789) expeditions in that region. America Russa (Alaska) is shown in an early configuration.
The United States are shown incorrectly to include part of eastern Canada and the Midwest, and much of Canada is shown as French possessions, likely a mistake
made by the colorist because there is no engraved border on the map. Colorists during this period were often young children and mistakes were common on this
type of map. Published in Milan by Pietro & Giuseppe Vallardi. Condition: Nice impression with wide margins and a few extraneous creases in the lower left
portion of the image. (B+)
$300-375
88.
North America (America Settentrionale ed Indie Occidentali), Anon., ca. 1820. 15 x 11.2”. (HC) This scarce Italian produced map shows Mexico in control of
the Southwest and Texas. The Territory of Arkansas is shown in its largest extent. The United States continues to the Pacific Ocean with the northern border well
into America Inglese. Alaska is America Russa and eastern Canada is Nova Brettagna. The map extends to include the Azores, Iceland, Faroe Island, Scotland and
part of Ireland. In the U.S. the rivers and mountains are well developed, but the Great Basin is not named. This rare issue carries no attribution but we believe it
is by the Italian Carlo Rossari of Milan based on the holdings of an Italian institution. Wide, original margins with light soiling. (B+)
$200-230
89.
North America (Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale avec les Regions Polaires), Vivien de Saint Martin, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1825. 12.1 x 16.2”. (HC) Excellent
French map of North America and the West Indies. Alaska is Amerique Russe and borders Nouveau Cornouailles (New Cornwall). The United States is shown
with its claim in present-day British Columbia, here named Columbia. Mexico still encompasses Texas and the Southwest. The West also features some fictitious
rivers. The most recent discoveries are shown in the polar region. A bold keyboard-style border encloses the map. A fine impression with original outline color,
wide margins, and a few faint damp stains at left. (B+)
$150-200
90.
North America, California ([Lot of 2] Carte d’Assemblage de l’Amerique Septenle. [and] Amer. Sep. Partie de la Vieille Californie No. 58), Vandermaelen, Atlas
Universel, [1825-27]. (HC) The Atlas Universel was the first atlas to present all the maps on the same scale (1:1,641,836) about one inch to 26 miles, with each
map covering an area of approximately 20 degrees longitude (from Paris) and 6 degrees of latitude. It was also considered to be the first lithographic atlas ever
published. The maps were meant to be joined together to form a huge globe measuring 7.775 meters in diameter. Only one edition of the atlas was published in
1825-27 and the subscription list shows that just 810 copies were sold, making these maps very scarce.
A. Carte d’Assemblage de l’Amerique Septenle. (24.3 x 19.5”). This is the index map of North America, and this key sheet presents the major topographical
features along with the locations of major Indian tribes. Alaska is shown in an inset. Condition: Original color with light centerfold toning and faint offsetting.
B. Amer. Sep. Partie de la Vieille Californie No. 58 (20.3 x 18.3”). Covers the Baja from Isle Redonda and the Mission de San Francisco Borja to La Paz. This
was the first atlas map to provide such a fine level of detail in the Baja. Condition: Original color with light centerfold toning with a 2” centerfold separation which
is repaired on verso with archival material. (B+)
$350-450
91.
North America ([Lot of 2] Etats-Unis de l’Amerique du Nord [and] Etats-Unis et Nouvelle Bretagne), ca. 1835-50.
A. Etats-Unis de l’Amerique du Nord, by Charles Monin, circa 1835, black and white (10.4 x 7.9”). Here the United States extends past the Rockies to show part
of Oregon Territory. Interesting territorial borders are depicted including a large Arkansas Territory and several named Indian districts -- Huron, Sioux, Osage,
Ozark, Mandan. Texas is named separately from Mexico, however there is no formal border to the south. Condition: There are a few faint spots in the image with
a manuscript notation in the right blank margin.
B. Etats-Unis et Nouvelle Bretagne, by Louis Antoine, circa 1850, hand color (11.2 x 8.7”). The United States here stretches all the way to California with the
acquisition of the Southwest from Mexico. A small New Mexico territory is surrounded by the much larger New California and the state of Texas. Large Missouri,
Iowa and Indian territories occupy the Plains, and the border with Canada reflects a current configuration. Decorated by a keyboard style border. Condition: There
are just a few minor spots of foxing in the image and damp stains in the left and right blank margins. (B+)
$160-200
92.
North America, Texas (Amerique Septentrionale), Levasseur, Atlas Universel Illustre, Paris, ca. 1843. 17 x 11.2”. (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. A lovely example with marginal soiling. (A)
$240-300
93.
North America (United States, and Canada), Johnston, General Geography, ca. 1852. 12.9 x 9.3”. (PC) Attractive map of the continent spanning from the northern
part of Mexico up to Hudson Bay. The map shows railways and canals in addition to many cities, rivers, lakes, and mountain ranges. Indian Territory appears in
a rather unusual configuration, and New Mexico, Utah, and Oregon territories take up a vast portion of the west. The land between the Rockies and the Missouri
is labeled Nebraska. Published by William Blackwood & Sons. Light soiling. (B+)
$80-100
94.
North America (Nord-America. Entworfen u Gezeichnet von F. von Stulpnagel), Perthes, Stieler’s Hand Atlas, Gotha, 1873. 15.2 x 12.2”. (HC) A handsome
map with crisp engraved lines in the typical German style. Extends to include all of Mexico, the Caribbean and the northern portion of South America. Alaska is
named, and the Dakotas are still a single territory. Attractive hand coloring delineates the colonial holdings of the English, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, French and
Spanish. Surrounded by an attractive keyboard style border. Clean and bright with an archivally repaired centerfold separation at top that extends 0.5” into the
image and a few tiny pinholes only visible when held to light. (B+)
$75-100
95.
North America (Map of Linguistic Stocks of American Indians Chiefly within the Present Limits of the United States), Powell, 11th Census, Report of Indians
Taxed and Indians Not Taxed, Washington D.C., [1890]. 17.3 x 20.3”. (PC) This colorful and useful map 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. Vivid color on a clean sheet with a binding trim at upper left that has
been replaced with old paper. Issued folding and backed with Japanese tissue. (A)
$160-200
96.
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. 22.4 x 18.8”. (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; Manasek #72; Martin & Martin #17; Portinaro #CXV. On watermarked paper with light soiling
and professionally repaired centerfold separations at top and bottom. (B+)
$1400-1700
97.
Western North America (Carte de la Californie et des Pays Nord-Ouest separes de l’Asie par le Detroit d’Anian, extraite de deux cartes publiees au commencement
du 17e siecle), Robert de Vaugondy, Diderot’s Encyclopedie (Supplement), Paris, 1772. 14.3 x 11.5”. (HC) This handsome sheet has two contrasting historical
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 depict a distorted Pacific coastline and 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 Cevola gathered around a spurious lake in the American Southwest. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #159;
Wagner (NW) #632; Pedley #473. Very faint offsetting and light toning in far blank margins. (A)
$200-275
98.
Western North America (Carte Generale des Decouvertes de l’Amiral de Fonte representant la grande probabilite d’un Passage au Nord Ouest), Robert de Vaugondy,
Diderot’s Encyclopedie (Supplement), Paris, 1772. 14 x 11.5”. (HC) This is probably the most extravagant of all the Northwest Passage maps based on the Jefferys model. Thomas Jefferys was an ardent believer in the northern route to Asia through a passage described by Juan de Fuca in 1592 and in the fictitious story
of Bartholomew de Font’s discoveries in 1640. Alaska is shown in an early, peninsular form based on the map of Mueller. This map is from a series prepared by
Didier Robert de Vaugondy to illustrate the articles written by Samuel Engel concerning the recent discoveries and cartographic theories in the northern regions.
Ref: Pedley #455 and pp. 74-78; cf Hayes pp. 26-27. A fine impression, issued folding with an extraneous crease at top and a binding trim at lower left. (A)
$200-250
Canada
99.
Eastern Canada (Carte Qui Represente Les Differentes Connoissances Que l’on a Eues des Terres Arctiques Depuis 1650 Jusqu’en 1747 Ausquelles il Faut Comparer La Carte Suivante), Robert de Vaugondy, Diderot’s Encyclopedie (Supplement), Paris, 1773. 13.5 x 11.5”. (BW) This is the second state of a fascinating
group of four maps on one sheet illustrate the cartography of Sanson in 1650, Delisle in 1700 and 1703 and that of the famous Arctic explorer Henry Ellis in his
quest for a Northwest Passage via Hudson Bay in 1746-47. All of the maps depict the Hudson and Baffin Bay region, showing the development of the region’s
cartography between 1650 and 1747. Ref: Kershaw #477; Pedley #24. Issued folding with one extraneous crease near the center of the image and a binding trim
at lower left. (B+)
$120-160
100.
Eastern Canada (La Parte Occidentale della Nuova Francia o Canada), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, ca. 1785. 16.9 x 12.2”. (HC) This is an important map
of the region between James Bay, Lake Mistassini (Lac Mistassine), Lake Huron and Montreal (named in the lower right as Monreal. The map is actually one of
twelve sections comprising the Italian version of Mitchell’s landmark map of North America. This Italian edition is richly illustrated with annotations not found
on the English version. It includes remarkable detail regarding towns, roads, rivers and mountains. The boundary of the Six Nations is prominently shown. Ref:
Kershaw #981; Portinaro & Knirsch #145; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1, Vol 4 #29. Original color on watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$200-230
101.
Eastern Canada ([Lot of 2] Nova Scotia and Newfoundland [and] East Canada, and New Brunswick), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World,
London, ca. 1850. 13.4 x 10.1”. (HC) Size varies slightly.
A. Nova Scotia and Newfoundland. A lovely engraved map of Nova Scotia and Newfoundland, including parts of New Brunswick and Labrador. The map includes
vignettes of Halifax, steam and sailing ships in the Cod Fishery off Newfoundland, and the seals of both provinces. The decorative border features ice and fish
caught on fishing lines. Map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin, illustrations drawn by A. Fussell and engraved by J. Rogers.
B. East Canada, and New Brunswick. Lovely nineteenth century map of the St. Lawrence River and New Brunswick, including Montreal and Quebec. A great
vignette depicts Quebec as seen from the river with numerous sailing ships and boats in the foreground and the cliffs and settlement high above. In a second vignette,
a group of North American Indians holds a war council. Further embellished with the seal of Great Britain and a decorative border. Map drawn and engraved by
J. Rapkin, illustrations drawn by H. Warren and engraved by J.B. Allen.
Original outline color and light soiling primarily confined to blank margins. (B+)
$240-300
102.
Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island (Carta dell’ Acadia Isola Reale, e Paesi Vicini), Bellin, Teatro della Guerra Marittima e Terrestre, Paris, ca. 1781. 12.8 x 8.1”.
(HC) This is the scarce Italian version of this map, which covers all of Nova Scotia including Cape Breton with Prince Edward Island (Isola S. Giovanni) shown
in good detail. The Micmac tribe is located near Shelburne. The southeastern part of Nova Scotia is named Acadia. South of Nova Scotia numerous banks are
noted, where “la Pescaggione e ottima” (the fish are very good). A decorative rococo-style cartouche fills the lower right corner of the map. Ref: Kershaw #787.
Issued folding with minor soiling. The left side of the sheet has been remargined with old paper and the neatline has been reproduced in facsimile. (B+)
$170-200
103.
Halifax, Canada (A Plan of the Harbour of Chebucto and Town of Halifax), Gentlemen’s Magazine, London, [1750]. 10.5 x 8.7”. (HC) 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-ofarms 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. Issued folding, now pressed flat, with a few scattered small abrasions, light soiling, some extraneous creases, and show-through of stamp on verso. The right margin, neatline, and a chip in the image adjacent to the porcupine’s head have been
professionally repaired using old paper with the neatline and a tiny amount of the image replaced in facsimile. (B)
$700-850
104.
St. Lawrence Bay, Canada (Carte Reduite du Golphe de St. Laurent Contenant l’Isle de Terre-Neuve et Partie de la Coste des Esquimaux...), Bellin, L’Hydrographie
Francoise…, Paris, 1754. 33.4 x 20.8”. (HC) This large-scale, copper engraved map shows St. Lawrence Bay with Anticosti Island, Prince Edward Island (Isle
St Jean), Cape Breton Island (Isle Royale), Newfoundland and the adjacent mainland. Numerous place names are identified along the coastlines, and a few topographical details are shown inland. The waters are filled with soundings, anchorages, rocks, and shoals, and the fishing banks are delineated, including the Banc
aux Balaines (whale bank). The map is adorned with a decorative rococo-style cartouche. This is the second state, with fewer rhumb lines than the first state, and
Bellin’s imprint in the title cartouche, which was removed in later states. Ref: Kershaw #584. A nice impression on watermarked paper with minor toning along
the centerfold and several professionally repaired centerfold separations. (B+)
$300-400
105.
St. Lawrence River, Canada ([Lot of 2] Carte du Cours du Fleuve de St. Laurent Depuis son Embouchure Jusqu’au Dessus de Quebec... [and] Cours du Fleuve
de Saint Laurent Depuis la Mer Jusqu’a Quebec), Bellin, Paris, ca. 1757-64. (HC) Two fascinating maps by Bellin detailing the course of the St. Lawrence River
from Anticosti Island and the mouth west to beyond Quebec. Both show many rocks and shoals in the river as well as numerous villages and forts lining the shore.
The first is a nice example of the second state, published circa 1780-86. It is decorated with a rococo-style cartouche that includes a distance scale. The second,
larger map stretches farther north to show Lake Mistassini, Quebec’s largest natural lake, and also includes a decorative title cartouche with the title and distance
scale enclosed by elegant columns wrapped in flora.
A. Carte du Cours du Fleuve de St. Laurent Depuis son Embouchure Jusqu’au Dessus de Quebec..., from La Harpe’s L’Histoire Generale des Voyages, dated 1757
(12.0 x 7.6”). Condition: A nice impression on watermarked paper. (A)
B. Cours du Fleuve de Saint Laurent Depuis la Mer Jusqu’a Quebec, from Le Petit Atlas Maritime...</i.>, circa 1764 (13.8 x 8.5”). Condition: On watermarked
paper with scattered foxing and a few tiny spots. (B+) Ref: Kershaw #627 & #660.
$200-230
106.
Quebec, Canada (Plan de la Ville de Quebec), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime..., Paris, ca. 1764. 13.8 x 8.4”. (BW) This attractive and historical map of Quebec
presents the city as it would have appeared when the French surrendered at the end of the French and Indian War. It is based on earlier plans by Bellin, first published in 1744, that continued to be the definitive view for many years. The list at right names and keys 24 buildings, batteries, and forts; it locates Fort S. Louis,
the Hotel Dieu, and St. Roch. The map locates Ancient retrenchment, the high village, and more. This terrific plan is oriented with north to the right as indicated
by a decorative compass rose with fleur-de-lys. Ref: Kershaw #1074. A nice impression with ample margins and scattered foxing. (B)
$140-170
Canada & United States
107.
Eastern United States & Canada (Tierra Nueva), Ruscelli, La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Allessadrino…, Venice, ca. 1562. 9.5 x 7.1”. (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. Engraved on copper by Giulio and Livio Sanuto in the unmistakable Italian style. This is the first state, with Latin text on verso,
published in 1562 and 1564. Ref: Burden #30; Kershaw #18a; McCorkle #561.2. Watermarked paper with minor soiling primarily confined to the blank margins
and light show-through of text on verso. (B+)
$1200-1500
108.
Colonial United States & Canada (Virginia et Nova Francia), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.4 x 3.8”. (BW)
This charming miniature map depicts the east coast of North America from the Rio May to Newfoundland. The map is based on Hondius’ world map from 1611,
but does not incorporate new information from the explorations of Samuel de Champlain (in Canada and along the Great Lakes) or of John Smith (in the Chesapeake Bay area and New England). The area from present-day New York to Maine is labeled Norenbega, and the area further south is labeled Virginia, with the
Chesapeake Bay noticeably missing. A region just east of a large mountain range (the Appalachian mountains) is named Apalc: hen, and the St. Lawrence river is
featured prominently at top. Several small islands grace the Atlantic, including La Bermuda and S. Anna. French text on verso. Ref: Burden #185; King (2nd ed.)
pp. 96-99; Cumming #31; Kershaw #51; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #9200:342. A nice impression with a hint of toning and a small, faint stain along bottom border.
(B+)
$475-600
109.
Colonial United States & Canada (Canada), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.8 x 3.9”. (HC) This little map is derived from
Sanson’s influential Le Canada ou Nouvelle France of 1656. The map is centered on the French possessions in North America with emphasis on the Great Lakes.
Lake Superior and Michigan (Lac des puants) are shown with open-ended western shores and Lake Erie (Lac du Chat) is located too far south. In northern Canada,
a sea route is shown through the northwest part of Hudson Bay. The British, Dutch and Swedish colonies are depicted along the eastern seaboard from Virginia to
Newfoundland I. de Terre Neuve. This is the third state with several additional names including Mer de Canada, 3 Rivieres, Manhate, B. Chesapeak and Boston.
Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with
many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: Burden #351; Kershaw #142; McCorkle #661.1; King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. A nice impression
on watermarked paper with attractive old color that has been partially refreshed and light toning along centerfold and sheet edges. (B+)
$400-500
110.
Colonial United States & Canada, Great Lakes (Le Canada, ou Nouvelle France, &c. Tiree de Diverses Relations des Francois, Anglois, Hollandois, &c.), Sanson,
Geographise en Historises Werelt Beschryving, Paris, ca. 1683. 11.9 x 8.2”. (HC) This is a reduced version of one of the most influential seventeenth century
maps of the French and English colonies in North America. It concentrates on the region of greatest French interest. The entire Great Lakes basin and the St.
Lawrence River are shown in great detail. The most important aspect of the map is the first appearance of L. Erie, ou du Chat as a recognizable lake on an atlas
map. This delineation influenced the cartography of the region for more than 100 years and was not superceded until Delisle’s “Carte du Canada” in 1703. The
map is also an outstanding source for Indian tribal names and locations. Two names (Aouentsiouaeron and Attiouandarons) appear here for the first time. Lake
Superior and Michigan (Lac du Puans) are left open-end to the west. Embellished with a nice title cartouche. Engraved by Anthony d’Winter for a Dutch edition
of Sanson’s small atlas. Ref: Burden #325; Kershaw #136; McCorkle #683.6; Pastoureau, SANSON II F. A nice impression with attractive color and light toning
along centerfold. Narrow bottom margin. (B+)
$700-850
111.
Colonial United States & Canada (Carte de la Nouvelle France, ou se voit le cours des Grandes Rivieres de S. Laurens & de Mississipi, Aujour d’hui S. Louis…),
Fer, Augsburg, ca. 1719. 21.7 x 19.6”. (HC) A striking and informative map derived from Nicholas de Fer’s important four-sheet map of 1718. It describes the
French possessions in North America in the early 18th century. Louisiana and the Mississippi valley are based on Delisle’s manuscript map of 1701, while the
geography of New England and eastern Canada originates with Franquelin. Inset at top left is a large-scale depiction of the Mississippi Delta and Mobile Bay, based
on the expedition of Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville. A large architectural style cartouche at right encloses both a view and plan of Quebec. The map is filled with
minutely engraved wildlife, scenes of Indians hunting, Indian villages and notations. The oceans are embellished with numerous ships, canoes and sea monsters.
It is very similar to Chatelain’s map of the same title, but this has a more elaborate Quebec inset cartouche and a simpler border for the inset map of the Gulf Coast.
De Fer’s large map was issued to promote the recently established Compagnie Françoise Occident, which was formed to fund the debt of Louix XIV and offered
inducements to encourage settlement in Louisiana. This smaller version is found in atlases published by Ottens and other Dutch composite atlases. There is no
engraver or publisher’s imprint. Ref: Kershaw #336; McCorkle #719.5. Nice original color with a few minor spots in the image. The sheet has been backed in
tissue to reinforce and repair several cracks due to the oxidation of the green pigment. (B+)
$2300-3000
112.
Colonial United States & Canada (Carte du Canada Dediee a Son Altesse Serenissime Monseigneur [in book] Avantures du Sr. C. le Beau…), Le Beau, Amsterdam,
[1738]. 4 x 6.3”. (BW) This charming little map of Canada and the Northeast is bound into the first volume of Claude Le Beau’s Avantures du Sr. C. le Beau….
The map covers the region from Newfoundland west to Lake Superior and south to the Carolinas. Cartographically, the Great Lakes are fully enclosed but the
shorelines are quite distorted. Very little inland information is presented, especially south of the Great Lakes, but Le Beau’s tracks are shown with a dotted line in
the present-day region of New York.
The map is accompanied by the first volume (of two) of Le Beau’s travels in the area, which includes narratives on the customs of the Iroquois as well as encounters
with beavers. Contents include title page, dedication, preface, folding map, two illustrative plates, 370 pp. of text, and a table of contents. Hardbound in full calf
with gilt highlights on covers and spine. Ref: Kershaw #339; McCorkle #738.1; Howes #L167. The map is near fine with faint toning along the edges of the sheet.
Contents are clean and tight, the covers show some light wear, and the spine has cracking and minor chips. (A)
$1000-1200
113.
Colonial United States & Canada, Great Lakes (Partie de l’Amerique Septent? qui Comprend la Nouvelle France ou le Canada), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas
Universel, Paris, 1755. 23.5 x 18.5”. (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 threatened by a fierce beaver. This is the second state of the map, naming three islands in James Bay. Ref: Kershaw
#355; Pedley #459; Sellers and Van Ee #61. On heavy watermarked paper with small centerfold separations at top and bottom repaired with archival material.
There are two tiny holes in unengraved areas that have been professionally infilled. (B+)
$700-850
114.
Colonial United States & Canada ([On 3 Sheets of 4] Canada Louisiane et Terres Angloises), Anville, Atlas General, Paris, 1755. 21.9 x 18.8”. (BW) This map
covers the region from Labrador to the north of Florida, and from the Mississippi River to the Atlantic Ocean. It also extends to include the southern end of James
Bay, and shows all of Great Lakes and the course of the St. Lawrence. The map provides early detail along the lower portion of the Missouri (alternately the “Pekitanoui”) and the upper waters of the Mississippi. The Keweenaw peninsula is named as Kiaonan, and Isle Royale is called I. Minong. It is filled with scores of
Indian tribes and villages named and located. The map was based in part on Mitchell’s famous map of the United States which appeared earlier in the same year.
D’Anville developed his version of the map with an emphasis on French influence on the area, omitting Mitchell’s legend, references to English factories in the
disputed trans-Allegheny area, and drew on French sources for additional details over the Mitchell map. The most obvious change, however, is the large inset of the
St. Lawrence River basin (“Le Fleure Saint-Laurent”), which completely fills the lower right (not present in this example). D’Anville’s usual, superb cartographic
detail is seen throughout. A handsome cartouche designed by Gravelot fills the upper left of the map.
Issued on four sheets, with the three sheets covering the mainland present. The top left sheet measures 21.9 x 18.8”, the top right sheet measures 22.5 x 18.8”, and
the bottom left sheet measures 25 x 15.3”. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #17; Cumming (SE) #296;Tooley (Amer) p.316. On thick hand laid, watermarked paper with
wide original margins. There is some light offsetting, faint centerfold toning, a few faint stains in the top left sheet, and a long vertical crease on the top right sheet.
(B+)
$1300-1600
115.
Colonial United States & Canada (Part of North America; Containing Canada, the North Parts of New England and New York; with Nova Scotia and Newfound
Land), Barrow, New Geographical Dictionary, Paris, [1759]. 11.4 x 8”. (BW) This beautifully engraved copper plate map, after Didier Robert de Vaugondy,
describes the Maritimes and New England with an inset of the Great Lakes and course of the Mississippi River. The title is enclosed in a decorative cartouche.
This is the first state of this map with the notes on fishing boundaries intact. Ref: Kershaw #369; McCorkle #759.3. A bright, clean example that has been professionally remargined at bottom with old paper. (A)
$140-180
116.
Colonial United States & Canada (A Particular Map, to Illustrate Gen. Amherst’s Expedition, to Montreal; with a Plan of the Town & Draught of ye Island),
Gibson, Gentleman’s Magazine, London, [1760]. 8.8 x 7”. (BW) After the fall of Quebec, Montreal was the sole remaining French power center in Canada. The
British General, Jeffery Amherst, occupied Fort Ticonderoga and Crown Point in the fall of 1759. He began a three-pronged offensive converging on Montreal the
following spring. When Vaudreuil de Cavagnal surrendered on September 8, 1760, this ended the last major campaign of the French and Indian War. This map
shows the St. Lawrence River from Quebec City to the Great Falls of Niagara 140 ft and east to include the Hudson River, Albany and Lake Champlain. Details
include several forts, Drowned Lands, and Indian tribes. An inset at lower right shows the environs of Montreal Island. At upper left, a plan of the walled city of
Montreal portrays individual buildings and has an index of 16 important features including the Arsenal, hospital, the Governor’s Palace, and the gardens of Mons
Beausou and de Quain. Ref: Jolly #GENT-145. Issued folding with a couple of minor spots. A slightly uneven impression at bottom right. (B+)
$140-180
117.
Colonial United States & Canada (A New Map of North America from the Latest Discoveries), Spilsbury, Smollett’s Continuation of the Complete History of
England, 1761. 15 x 10.9”. (HC) This is the uncommon first state, not the 1763 edition from London Magazine, of this 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. Ref: McCorkle #761-3; Sellers & Van Ee #89. A nice impression issued folding on watermarked paper. There is a 1/2” binding tear at right, a small stain
in Canada, and faint offsetting. (B+)
$350-450
118.
Colonial United States & Canada (Kaart van het Noorder deel van Noord Amerika ter Opheldering der Geschiedenis van de Bezittingen...), Bonne, Wijsgeerige en
Staatkundige Geschiedenis van de Bezittingen en den Koophandel..., Paris, ca. 1778. 9.2 x 12.5”. (HC) This uncommon map comes from a Dutch translation of
Raynal’s Histoire Philosphique et Politique... published in 1778. The map shows the British colonies confined along the eastern seaboard with French Louisiana
and Canada taking up the interior. In the upper left is a series of rivers and lakes purportedly connecting Hudson Bay with “de West Zee” (the West Sea). Several
native tribes are identified, including the Natchitoches in Louisiana Territory. Three distance scales and a fine shield-style cartouche embellish the composition.
Engraved by Koning. Ref: cf. McCorkle #774.1. Issued folding with some light spots and faint offsetting. A slight binding tear at left confined to the blank margin
that has been repaired on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$140-170
119.
Colonial United States & 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, ca. 1785. 16.9 x 12.7”. (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. Original
color on watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$300-375
120.
Colonial New England & Canada (Partie Orientale du Canada, avec la Nouvelle Angleterre, l’Acadie, et la Terre-Neuve...), D’Anville/Santini, Atlas Universel,
Venice, 1776. 23.8 x 19.2”. (HC) This large, attractive map covers New England, the St. Laurence River, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland. It presents good detail
of boundaries, towns and cities, harbors, bays, rivers and lakes, Indian tribal territory, and fishing grounds. Though crediting D’Anville, the map is also partially
based on the cartography of Bellin and Robert de Vaugondy. The large cartouche, featuring a ferocious-looking beaver, is copied from Robert de Vaugondy’s
1755 map of Canada and the Great Lakes. Second state without pagination. Ref: Kershaw #714; McCorkle #776.4; Sellers & Van Ee #138. A fine impression on
watermarked paper with a small faint stain in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. (A)
$400-500
121.
Canada & United States (British America), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1850. 13 x 10.4”. (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
Robert Wallis; the map is drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin. Original outline color with light soiling. (B+)
$140-170
122.
United States & Canada ([Maps with Report] A Geological Map of the United States and Canada [and] Outline of the Geology of the Globe), Hitchcock, Boston,
1853. . (HC) The first map (24.2 x 16”) is Hitchcock’s landmark map of 1853. Essentially, it is a compilation of Lyell’s map for the eastern portion combined
with M. Boue’s Geological Map of the World for the western portion modified by the author’s generalizations derived from the relations of geography to geology,
as argued in the report. In this respect, he freely admits that such generalizations for the western US might be greatly erroneous. This map provides early detail
of the geological formations. An explanatory key to the colors indicates fifteen geologic formations.
The second map (23 x 18”) is drawn on Mercator’s Projection. It shows the entire world with a separate hemisphere of the “Supposed Antarctic Continent” that
locates Wilke’s Land, South Victoria, Enderby Land and Cook’s sighting of 1774. This map uses six different colors to locate as many geological formations.
Along the bottom are the comparative heights of mountains and volcanoes aligned with the position on the map. Condition: Clean and bright with original color,
a short binding tear at left that just passes the neatline, a few small abrasions along the left portion of the image, and two tiny holes to the left of the explanatory
key.
These important geological maps are 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, 1853, 5.5 x 9”. First edition, octavo,
136 pp., 6 plates, and 2 folding hand-colored geological maps. In original blue blind stamped cloth with gilt title on spine. This work is notable for containing his
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.” The report and it’s two maps are rarely seen together. Ref: Marcou & Marcou #4 & #41. Maps are
clean and bright with original color. Covers show light wear and a few stains. (A)
$1000-1300
123.
Eastern United States & Canada (L’Isle de Terre-Neuve, l’Acadie, ou la Nouvelle Ecosse, l’Isle St. Jean et la Partie Orientale du Canada), Bonne, Raynal’s Atlas de
Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre, Paris, ca. 1820. 12.5 x 8.3”. (HC) This small map covers the Maritimes and extends as far west as Lake Ontario,
as well as to New England and the Atlantic coast to Philadelphia. The map is detailed to show the provinces, towns, forts, harbors, Indian tribes, and the fishing
banks in the North Atlantic. Engraved by Dien. Ref: Kershaw #722; McCorkle #782.3; Sellers and van Ee #172. A nice impression, issued folding, now pressed,
with a printer’s crease at top right. There is a professionally repaired tear confined to right blank margin, and light toning along sheet edges. (A)
$200-230
124.
Eastern United States & Canada (United States with Upper & Lower Canada), Cruchley, London, ca. 1850. 13.8 x 18.5”. (HC) This map covers the eastern half
of the United States and Canada and is filled with place names, the river systems and topography by hachure. Cartographically, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan
is part of Wisconsin and West Virginia is not depicted. Published by George Cruchley at 81 Fleet Street. Faint toning along the centerfold and minor damp stains
confined to the top and bottom blank margin. (B+)
$90-120
125.
Colonial Great Lakes (Carte du Detroit Entre le Lac Superieur et le Lac Huron, avec le Sault Sainte Marie et le Poste de Michillimakinac...), Bellin, Histoire et
Description Generale de la Nouvelle France, Paris, 1744. 6.3 x 8.4”. (HC) Small map of the strategic passage in the Upper Lakes system, which was so important
to the colonial fur trade. Shows Lake Superior and Huron connected by the Straits of Mackinac and depicts numerous islands, forts, and missions. Adorned with
a nice compass rose. Engraved by Desbruslins. Ref: Kershaw #945. There is some minor offsetting of text from another page. (A)
$275-375
126.
Colonial Great Lakes (Carte des Lacs du Canada pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1757.
11.5 x 7.8”. (BW) This is an excellent French & Indian War period map depicting the five Great Lakes. While this map uses the same title as Bellin’s prototype
map of the Great Lakes, published in Charlevoix’s Histoire et Description Generale de la Nouvelle France in 1744, it has been updated with information from
Bellin’s similar map of 1755. Lakes Erie and Ontario are more accurately defined and the spurious islands in Lake Huron have been eliminated. However, several
large, bogus islands still remain in Lake Superior, including I. Minong (called I. Philippeaux on some issues) and I. Pontchartrain. The Michigan peninsula is still
misshapen with a massive mountain range down its center. Numerous forts are located: S. Jgnace, Niagara, des Miamis, and Toronto to mention a few. The ornate
rococo title cartouche is draped with ivy. Ref: Kershaw #953; cf. Tooley (MCC-96) #871; Portinaro & Knirsch, pl. CXXVI. A crisp impression with offsetting
and a few tiny spots. Issued folding. (B+)
$400-500
United States
127.
United States ([On 4 sheets] Vereinigte Staaten von Nordamerika), Flemming, ca. 1845. 13.6 x 10.2”. (HC) This large, detailed map of the United States extends
to include part of Canada and Mexico, although information is focused on the United States. The map provided an excellent view of the American West with
several large territories encompassing the entire west, shown to be mostly the domain of numerous Indian nations. Jowa extends from Missouri and Wisconsin
stretching to the Missouri River. Tejas, Missouri Territory and Oregon Territory encompass the remainder of the west. Although Texas is listed as a state, only a
portion of its border is colored, leaving the western extent undefined. The border with Mexico is shown along the Gila River, pre-Gadsden Purchase. The map
depicts towns, missions, forts, railroads, and canals, and includes a list of the highest mountain peaks. A table lists the states and territories, with populations in
1840, number of counties, and size. Lithography by Handtke. Printed on four separate sheets, as issued. If joined the map would measure approximately 27 x
20”. All sheets have original outline color with a damp stain confined to bottom blank margin. Three of the four sheets are in “A” condition and are clean and
bright with a couple of tiny, insignificant spots. The northeast sheet is in “B” condition with light, scattered foxing. (B+)
$275-350
128.
United States (Colton’s Map of the United States of America), Colton, New York, 1866. 34.8 x 19.3”. (HC) This is a great large-format map of the United States
with evolving western territorial boundaries. A large Dakota territory includes present-day Wyoming and the eastern edge of Idaho. Arizona territory includes
the southern tip of present-day Nevada, and the eastern border of Utah is still shown in a larger territorial configuration. The map is filled with place names, forts,
and Indian tribes as well as several proposed routes for a transcontinental railroad, the Pony Express route, and the U.S. Mail Route. Decorated by a sailing ship,
a vignette of the Capitol building, and surrounded by a floral border. Originally folded into green embossed cloth boards with gilt title on front cover. Covers are
still present, but detached. There has been only one dealer listing of this map in the last 30 years. Issued folding and now flattened and backed with tissue to
repair numerous fold separations. Light toning along the folds with several small brown spots in the image. Detached covers are in very good condition with light
shelf wear. (B)
$500-650
129.
United States, Railroads (Map Exhibiting the Several Pacific Railroads Prepared for the Report of the Internal Commerce of the United States…), Rand McNally
& Co., Chicago, 1883. 42.7 x 26.5”. (PC) This large folding map of the United States shows the Central and Southern Pacific, Union Pacific, Northern Pacific
and Canadian Pacific Railways in bold hand color. Numerous other railways are shown in black along with roads, rivers and place names. Vivid color on a clean
sheet with a few tiny splits at fold intersections and a small extraneous crease at bottom left. (A)
$140-170
130.
United States ([Lot of 4] Map Showing the Locations of the Indian Reservations Within the Limits of the United States and Territories [and] Map Showing Indian
Reservations... [and] Map Showing Indian Reservations... [and] Map Showing Indian Reservations...), 1885-1917. (PC) This fascinating set of government maps
shows the shrinking Indian Reservations in the United States over a 32 year period, from 1885 through 1917. In addition to the reservations, the maps show military
stations, Indian agencies, schools and insane asylums.
A. Map Showing the Locations of the Indian Reservations Within the Limits of the United States and Territories, by Paul Brodie, dated 1885 (33.6 x 21.1”). Condition: Issued folding with several splits at fold intersections and light toning. (B)
B. Map Showing Indian Reservations Within the Limits of the United States, by F.E. Leupp, dated 1905 (33.3 x 21.1”). Condition: Issued folding with a 1/2”
binding tear at left that has been archivally repaired. (A)
C. Map Showing Indian Reservations Within the Limits of the United States, by F.E. Leupp, dated 1908 (33.7 x 21.1”). Condition: Issued folding with light toning
along several folds and a few tiny splits at fold intersections. (B+)
D. Map Showing Indian Reservations in the United States, by the U.S. Geological Survey, dated 1917 (24.4 x 15.6”). Condition: Faint toning with one short fold
intersection that just passes the neatline and has been archivally repaired. (B+)
$120-150
131.
United States ([Lot of 3] Map Showing Progress of Triangulation, Topography and Astronomic Location [and] U.S. Geological Survey Progress Map... [with report]
The Work of the United States Geological Survey [and] Progress Map of Topographic and Geologic Surveys...), U.S. Geographical Survey, Washington D.C., ca.
1893-1901. (PC)
A.Map Showing Progress of Triangulation, Topography and Astronomic Location, circa 1893, printed color (28.3 x 17.4”). Very detailed and finely colored map
showing survey progress throughout the United States. Colored legend locates the surveys by the U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Geological Exploration (King),
U.S. Geological Survey of the Territories (Hayden), U.S. Geological and Geographical Surveys of the Rocky Mtn. Region (Powell), the Northern Pacific Trans
Survey, U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, U.S. Lake Survey, and the New Jersey Geological Survey. Also locates all astronomical stations. A remarkable map that
summarizes the surveys completed and in progress. Condition: Issued folding with light toning along one fold and several short splits along the same fold that
have been partially closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
B. U.S. Geological Survey Progress Map of Topographic and Geologic Surveys 1879-1900 [with report] The Work of the United States Geological Survey in
Relation to the Mineral Resources of the United States, published 1900, printed color (25.9 x 16.1”). A continuation of the surveying efforts identifying the type
of survey work and mineral deposits. Still attached to a 24-page report concerning the mineral resources of the United States, published for the American Institute
of Mining Engineers. Condition: Issued folding with an ex-library stamp on the front cover of the report. (A)
C. Progress Map of Topographic and Geologic Surveys 1879-1900, circa 1901, printed color (28.1 x 17.5”). This impressive and vivid map shows the extent of
surveying work in the United States at the turn of the century including topographic surveys, geologic reconnaissance, and detailed geologic surveys. A color coded
key at bottom identifies thirteen different mineral districts. Published in the 21st Annual Report. Condition: Issued folding with light toning along one fold. (B+)
.
$160-200
132.
United States (Bill Whiffletree’s Bootlegger’s Map of the United States), ca. 1925. 30.1 x 20.3”. (PC) This unique wall map spoofing prohibition is by Edward
McCandlish. Filled with puns, nothing is sacred in this hilarious look at alcohol and prohibition. Many place names are plays on words, like Chi-keg-o, Albu-Corky,
Fill-More, Booze (Boise), and many more (some so bad they hurt) - The pints of the compass are Norse, Wets, Yeast, and Souse. McCandlish was a prominent
illustrator for the children’s page in many newspapers in the 1920’s and 1930’s, making this parody a radical departure. A wonderful piece of Americana that
beautifully captures the humor and mood of the time. Backed in linen and mounted on wooden rollers, with linen ties. There are several cracks and small tears
in the image that are supported by the linen. Moderate overall toning with several edge chips and short tears in the blank margins. Rollers are present and intact.
(B)
$1000-1200
133.
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), ca. 1937.
29.3 x 19.5”. (PC) Full-color pictographic map that is filled with charming vignettes and figures. This brightly colored map is the best of a 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 and most are accompanied by humorous text including “thar’s room in
Texas for all of Yurrup and half of Africa, yes suh” and in Nebraska, “no use making a pig of yourself, get out there an’ give a lady a chance.”
The title cartouche is bounded with two vintage Greyhound buses. The map is further embellished with a fancy legend cartouche featuring the sleek greyhound
associated with the business, and a large compass rose and fleur-de-lys 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 Sunset Press. Issued folding in vivid color with a couple of faint spots in title
cartouche. (A)
$250-325
134.
Colonial United States (Partie de l’Amerique Septentrionale, qui Comprend le Cours de l’Ohio, la N.lle Angleterre, la N.lle York, le New Jersey, la Pensylvanie, le
Maryland la Virginie, la Caroline), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1755. 24.4 x 18.9”. (HC) Beautifully engraved large map of the colonies between
the Ohio and Mississippi rivers and the Atlantic with an inset at upper left that continues the main map from Cape Fear south through the Carolinas and Georgia to
F. St. Georges. It is based on the seminal map by John Mitchell that was published in the same year this plate was engraved. The mapping of the trans-Allegheny
and Great Lakes regions and in the interior of New England is of particular interest, for this shows some of the earliest accurate information of these regions incorporating data from the Mitchell, Evans, and Fry-Jefferson maps. Also of great interest is the area known as the Forks of the Ohio (confluence of the Allegheny
and Monomgahela rivers) and the location of French Fort Duquesne, the region hotly disputed during the French and Indian War. It is embellished with a large
title cartouche engraved by Marie Catherine Haussard. This is the first state of the map, with “Louisiane” in the western frontier and borders that predate the 1763
Treaty of Paris. It was published in 1757 as part of the first edition. Ref: Cumming (SE) #295; McCorkle #755-37; Pedley #469; Sellers & Van Ee #718. A crisp
impression on watermarked paper with a short tear in the bottom blank margin that has been closed with archival material. (A)
$900-1100
135.
Colonial United States ([Partie de l’Amerique Septentrionale, Qui Comprend le Canada, la Louisiane, le Labrador…] Canada IIe Feuille), Bonne, Atlas Moderne,
Paris, ca. 1770. 17.1 x 11.6”. (HC) Counter to the title above the image, this map covers the eastern portion of North America west to Texas and the Great Plains.
French Louisiane is sandwiched between Mexique and the Mississippi River and the British Colonies take in all the region east of the Mississippi. Texas is labeled
Pars des Cenis and the southern portion of Florida is depicted as a series of islands. Many early place names, forts and Indian villages are identified. Notations to
the west describe that these “savage nations” are subject to change and that the regions are not well known. There is an early mention of les Kansez in the area of
Kansas City. This is the bottom sheet of a two part map. It has its own borders and stands completely on its own. Ref: McCorkle #771.2. A nice impression on
watermarked paper with a hint of offsetting. (A)
$325-400
136.
Colonial United States, Cuba (Various Plans and Draughts of Cities, Towns, Harbours &c. Drawn from the Latest Authorities), Conder, Millar’s New Complete
& Universal System of Geography, London, ca. 1778. 8.4 x 11.9”. (HC) This very attractive sheet has five maps: Plan of the Harbour of New-York and Parts
adjacent, The Town & Harbour of Boston &c., Draught of the River Delaware from Chester to Philadelphia, Plan of the Harbour of Charles Town, South Carolina,
and Plan of the City & Harbour of Havana, Capital of Cuba. Each map is very detailed with city plans, islands, and channels. Filled with interesting and early
place names: Old Town and New Town on Staten Island, Elizabeth Town, Penny Ferry, Inn de Marmoleno, Johnstons Fort, etc. Top and bottom have decorative
garlands. Some toning due to being backed with a non-archival matte that is darkest outside of the image’s border and remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B)
$250-300
137.
Colonial Northeastern United States (Nieuwe en Nauwkeurige Kaart van een gedeelte van Noord Amerika, behelzende Nieuw Engeland, New York, Pensylvania,
New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, een Stuk van Virginia, Kanada en Halifax), Kalm, Reis door Noord Amerika, Utrecht, ca. 1772. 29.9 x 22”. (HC) This
scarce map covers Virginia through New England, the St. Lawrence River, Lake Ontario and Lake Erie and extends west to the confluence of the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers. The map is filled with detail of the colonies, as well as settlements, forts (including Fort Detroit), and Indian villages west of the Ohio River. There is
great detail of the Swedish settlements, particularly along the Delaware River and in southern New Jersey. There are several interesting notations such as where to
locate coal, salt and whetstones, and the place where elephant bones were found along the Ohio River. The map is among the earliest maps to identify Petroleum
in western Pennsylvania, near present-day Titusville where the first oil well was drilled nearly a century later.
The map was issued to illustrate Peter Kalm’s book of his travels and adventures in the region. Kalm’s work is one of the most important and reliable eighteenthcentury accounts of American natural history, social organization, and political situation. It also provides important accounts of the American Swedish settlements.
This is the more decorative and rare Dutch version, engraved by Carel Jacob de Huyser. Ref: McCorkle #772.3; Seller & Van Ee #727; Howes #K5. A sharp
impression with a few unobtrusive spots. Issued folding and now flattened with a couple expert repairs on minor fold separations. There is a small printer’s ink
smudge in the Atlantic Ocean. (B+)
$1400-1800
138.
Eastern United States (Amer. Sep. Partie des Etats Unis. No. 51), Vandermaelen, Atlas Universel, Brussels, 1825. 22.3 x 19”. (HC) This finely engraved and
extremely detailed map covers the region from just south of the Chesapeake to Long Island, and up to Cape Cod, showing all or part of North Carolina, Virginia,
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Jersey, New York and Long Island, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. There is good detail of the Chesapeake
and Delaware Bays and the counties, towns, rivers, roads, mountains, rivers and islands. The map has extensive notes on commerce, government, religion, revenues
and weather. A large table gives state by state populations, showing growth by decade for 1790, 1800, and 1810. Expanded details for 1820 include populations
for whites, slaves and free blacks, as well as populations of non-citizens, and information on the type of employment, broken down by agriculture, commerce and
manufacturing. The second table gives the total populations for Indians by state. The “Atlas Universel” contained 400 lithographed maps in 6 volumes. It was the
first atlas to present all the maps on the same scale (1: 1,641,836). There was only one edition of this scarce atlas, published in 1825-27, and the subscription list
shows that only 810 copies were sold. Ref: Phillips (A) #747, Imago Mundi, Vol. 24 Attractive color with light offsetting and two tiny spots in the image. (B+)
$220-275
139.
Eastern United States (Vereinigte Staaten von Nord-America), Hoffman, Weimar, 1828. 20.3 x 16.1”. (HC) This is an uncommon German edition of Melish’s
important map, depicting the United States from the eastern seaboard west to the Rockies and a portion of the Great Basin. The Northwest Territory occupies
the area that would become Wisconsin and a portion of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Minnesota. Missouri is now a state with a huge unnamed Missouri
Territory to its west and north occupying the land all the way to the Columbia River. Despite this being a German map, most of the place names are in English.
Issued folding and now flattened on “J Whatman” watermarked paper with numerous fold separations professionally repaired on verso with archival material. A
previous owner has traced a route in red ink along the right side of the map and the color in Georgia and Arkansas has been erroneously applied. (B)
$350-450
140.
Eastern United States (United States), Arrowsmith, Boston, 1828. 12 x 9”. (HC) Illinois, Indiana and Ohio are misplaced on this odd little map, with Indiana
placed directly beneath Lake Michigan. The Northwest Territory occupies the area that would become Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, and a portion of Minnesota. Missouri Territory takes in the whole region west of the Mississippi River except for Louisiana. On the frontier, there are a number of early
settlements named along with a few forts and Indian villages. Southern Florida is shown in an inset at the lower right and the title is emblazoned onto a globe as
an interesting decorative element. Minor soiling at the corners of the sheet, well away from the image. (A)
$200-250
141.
Eastern United States (United States), Arrowsmith, The London Atlas of Universal Geography, London, 1834. 18.8 x 23.5”. (HC) This is a very detailed map
of the eastern states filled with fine details of roads and early railways. North W. Territory or Huron takes in present-day Wisconsin, part of Minnesota, and the
Upper Peninsula of present-day Michigan. West of the Mississippi River are the states of Louisiana, Arkansas and Missouri with the region to the north shown in
the possession of the Sioux. Given that Arkansas is shown as a state and Michigan is still a territory, the map is circa 1836. Mild toning with fold separations at
left and right that enter 1” into the image that have been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$220-275
142.
Eastern United States (United States), Chambers, Edinburgh, ca. 1845. 10.3 x 8.3”. (HC) This map of the eastern United States extends into the Great Plains here
labeled Western Territory. Texas is shown in its stovepipe configuration right around the time it became a state as Iowa is still shown as a territory (Iowa achieved
statehood in 1846). Wisconsin is depicted with an odd western boundary that follows the Mississippi River above Fort S. Anthony and ends at Lake of the Woods.
Drawn and engraved by J. Gellatly and published by William and Robert Chambers in Edinburgh. Light even-age toning. (B+)
$100-130
143.
Eastern United States (Phelps’s National Map of the United States, A Travellers Guide...), Phelps, Ensigns & Thayer, 1849. 25.3 x 20.4”. (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.
Included is 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, from which the map has been detached. 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 reddish-brown
leather (3.5 x 5.5”) with an elaborate cover design embossed in gilt showing an early train and the steamship St. Louis. All edges gilt (A.E.G.). Issued folding,
now pressed flat and reinforced with tissue, with several fold separations, one of which have been closed using paper tape. There are also some light stains scattered throughout the map, patches of minor toning, and part of the neatline has been trimmed at right. (B)
$700-850
144.
Eastern United States (United States), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1851. 12.8 x 9.8”. (HC) This is a terrific edition of
this map that features some interesting and unusual transitional boundaries. The large Western Territory lies above a shortened Texas and stretches between New
Mexico and the western boundaries of Missouri and Arkansas. New Mexico or Santa Fe lies east of the Rio Grande, with Mexico to the west. A huge Missouri
Territory occupies much of the Great Plains region, as it extends from an oddly shaped Nebraska and off the map to the west. Nebraska stretches from the Canadian
border to the Western Territory as a thin strip of land lying against Minnesota and Iowa to the east. This beautifully engraved map is surrounded by a decorative
border with portraits of Washington and Franklin. Vignettes of a buffalo hunt, Penn’s treaty with the Indians, Washington’s Monument in Baltimore, and two U.S.
seals further adorn the map. Original outline color with faint toning and a stain at bottom by the Penn’s treaty vignette that includes a small crack. There are
remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B+)
$250-350
145.
Eastern United States (To the Independent Mariners of America, This Chart of their Coast from Savannah to Boston is most Respectfully Dedicated…), Norie,
London, 1852. 61 x 25.3”. (HC) This rare large-scale, blue-backed chart covers the eastern coast of the United States from St. Mary’s inlet in Georgia to Penmanquid Point in Maine. Oriented with north to the right, the chart is densely engraved with navigational information including shoals, tidal directions, the gulf stream,
soundings, and bottom textures. The numerous lighthouses are graphically illustrated with each hand-colored in red and yellow. Engraved by J. Stephenson, this
is Norie’s New Edition of William Heather’s chart of 1799. It was first issued in 1834, with this example updated to 1852.
John Norie (1772-1843) was a hydrographer, chart publisher, teacher and author of navigation manuals. He started out as a draftsman for William Heather, whom
he succeeded in 1812. Their business, located at 157 Lendenhall Street in London, became known as Naval Academy or Naval Warehouse. This preeminent cartographic firm exists today as Imray, Laurie, Norie & Wilson Ltd, still specializing in nautical charts. Minor soil with a couple stains and some expertly repaired
tears. Overall very good for a working navigational chart. (B+)
$2300-2750
146.
Eastern United States (Colton’s Map of the United States, the Canadas &c. Showing the Rail Roads, Canals & Stage Roads…), Colton, New York, 1855. 28.5 x
26.3”. (HC) This very large folding map offers an exceedingly detailed view of the eastern United States up to the Great Plains. Printed on fine bank note paper,
the map extends to show part of Texas, Indian Territory, and a large Minnesota. In the south, the map extends in Florida to only about half of Lake Okeechobee,
or about 60 miles south of Tampa. The map is filled with place names, roads, rail roads and rivers. A large inset (8.5 x 19.5”) gives more detail to New England
and eastern New York. Another inset shows all of the U.S. in a post-Gadsden Purchase configuration. A third, smaller inset details the Isthmus of Panama. All
surrounded by a decorative floral and grapevine border. The map is still attached to the original brown cloth-covered boards with embossed covers, gilt title and
166pp. of text. Issued folding with vivid original outline color. There are numerous splits and chips at fold intersections resulting in small loss of image with
some toning along the folds. The text is in very good condition with light, scattered foxing. Covers are worn and sunned. (C+)
$450-550
147.
Eastern United States (Map Showing the Line of the Norfolk and Western and Shenandoah Valley Railroads and Their Connection with the Virginia, Tennessee
& Georgia Air Line [with report] First Annual Report of the President and Directors of the Norfolk & Western Railroad Company), Colton, New York, 1881. 25.6
x 19.1”. (HC) This very detailed map of the eastern United States shows the extensive railroad network. The tracks of the Virginia, Tennessee and Georgia Air
Line are highlighted in red, with the Louisville and Nashville system in blue. Concentric circles are drawn showing the distance from various points to Roanoke,
Va, with a table of distances at bottom. The map is still bound into the back of the First Annual Report of the President and Directors of the Norfolk & Western
Railroad Company. 51 pp., 8vo with light blue paper wrappers. A clean and bright example issued folding with a few tiny splits at fold intersections and light
toning along a few folds. Text and wrappers are in excellent condition, although back cover is beginning to detach. (B+)
$150-180
148.
Colonial New England & Mid-Atlantic (Nova Belgica et Anglia Nova), Blaeu, Atlas Maior, Amsterdam, [1662]. 19.7 x 15.2”. (HC) This important map, first
issued in 1635, is one of the first to focus on the Dutch colony in North America and to name Nieu Amsterdam (New York). It is based on the manuscript of Andriaen Block (1614), a Dutch fur trader, who explored the area between Cape Cod and Manhattan and was the first to correctly delineate the longitudinal scale of the
coastline and establish Manhattan as an island. The colony of Nieu Pleimonth is identified, as well as other English names along the coast, which were derived from
Smith’s map of New England in 1616. The map is oriented with north to the right and is richly adorned with a variety of wildlife, including the first appearance
of beavers, polecats and otters on a printed map. Quebec is noted with a minute depiction of the fort and buildings, and the mythical kingdom pf Norumbega is
noted near the R. Pentagouet (Penobscot River) in present-day Maine. A large Mohawk village is shown derived from the White-de Bry engravings. It is further
embellished with a large title cartouche flanked by two natives, sailing ships, canoes, and compass roses. Latin text on verso. Ref: Burden #241; Goss (Blaeu)
p. 164; McCorkle #635.1; Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #9310:2. A fine impression with wide, original margins, light show-through of text on verso, and a number of
tiny worm holes along centerfold that have been professionally infilled with a small amount of image in facsimile. There are some small chips and tears in blank
margins that have also been professionally repaired. (B+)
$3250-4000
149.
Colonial New England & Mid-Atlantic (New England, New York, New Jersey, and Pensilvania &c.), Moll, London, ca. 1708. 10 x 7”. (BW) First state of Herman
Moll’s earliest map of New England with great early colonial detail throughout. New York is confined to a narrow strip along the Hudson River and New Jersey is
divided into East and West New Jersey. The coastal area from Casco Bay to Chesapeake Bay is full of detail with a multitude of place names. The Massachusetts
and Plymouth colonies are noted, as well as the location of the Sasqahana Indian Fort. Ref: McCorkle #708.1. Issued folding with faint toning and an edge tear
that extends 1.5” into the image at left that has been repaired on verso with archival material. (B+)
$300-375
150.
Colonial New England (A Map of the Most Inhabited Part of New England, Containing the Provinces of Massachusets Bay and New Hampshire, with the Colonies
of Conecticut and Rhode Island…), Lotter, 1776. 38 x 40.2”. (HC) The title continues “Divided into Counties and Townships: The whole composed from Actual
Surveys and its Situation adjusted by Astronomical Observations. Published by Tobias Conrad Lotter, in Augsburg.” This is Lotter’s German edition of one of the
most detailed, accurate, and certainly most visually impressive, maps of New England. The map was originally published by Thomas Jefferys in 1755 (McCorkle
#755-19), at the beginning of the French and Indian War. Jefferys’ map was compiled by Braddock Mead (alias John Green) from influential contemporary sources,
but curiously not including Douglass’ Plan of the British Dominions of New England in North America. Lotter’s edition does not give attribution to Jefferys’ map,
but is virtually identical. This pre-Revolutionary War map provides remarkable detail in the region from Long Island in the south up to 44 30’ to include Brunswick
and George Fort. The map shows villages, towns, roads, counties, watershed, mountains and topography, and information along the coast, including islands and
bays, and much more. The map includes two fine insets: “A Plan of the Town of Boston” and “A Plan of Boston Harbor” and a superb vignette of the Pilgrims’
1620 landing lies beneath the title cartouche. Engraved on four folded separate sheets, here joined. Ref: McCorkle 776.16; Sellers & Van Ee #801; cf. Pritchard
& Taliaferro #35. A nice impression with original color on watermarked paper with minor foxing at bottom. There is toning and soiling along vertical folds at far
right and far left, with numerous separations, tears, and holes along the folds that have been closed on verso. (C+)
$3000-4000
151.
Colonial New England (A Map of the Colony of Rhode Island: with the Adjacent Parts of Connecticut, Massachusets Bay. &c.), Kitchin, London Magazine, London,
1778. 9.5 x 7”. (BW) A scarce small map of Rhode Island extending north to Boston and Boston Harbor, and south to Long Island, New York. Martha’s Vineyard
and Nantucket Island are depicted, along with the roads, towns and rivers in the region. The map illustrates a major theater in the war for American independence
following France’s recognition of the United States. American and British forces had been at a standoff at Newport since the beginning of the war. News of the
French involvement rallied support for the cause, and militia began streaming into Rhode Island from the adjacent colonies. Several small conflicts culminated in
the Siege and Battle of Rhode Island on August 29, 1778. The map is adorned with a decorative title cartouche and compass rose. Ref: Jolly #LOND-327; Sellers
& Van Ee #825. Issued folding with a few tiny tears and light soiling in blank margins. (A)
$300-375
152.
New England and Mid-Atlantic (Carte de la Nouvelle Angleterre, Nouvelle York, Nouvelle Jersey, et Pensilvanie), Bertholon, Atlas Moderne Portatif…, Paris, ca.
1799. 8.5 x 6.8”. (HC) This interesting map of New England exhibits some very odd boundaries. The states appear as amorphous strips stretching north-south
displaying the lack of French knowledge of the existing boundaries. In New England, Massachusetts Bay and New Hampshire seem to have been added to the
plate, and are spelled Massachusset Bey and Hew Hampshire. The map is a close copy of Joseph La Porte’s 1780 map of the same title, with a simplified cartouche and the change of Possessions Angloises in the Atlantic to Etats Unis reflecting the French support for American independence. Ref: cf. McCorkle #780.2.
Watermarked paper with very minor soiling. (A)
$200-250
153.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Virginia - Erforshet und Beschriben durch Capitain Iohan Schmidt), Merian, Grand Voyages, Part XIII, Frankfurt, [1627]. 14 x 11.3”.
(HC) John Smith’s map was the most important map of Virginia and the Chesapeake Bay of the seventeenth century. It was the prototype map of the region and
was instrumental in creating interest in the new Virginia colony. The map depicts a number of explorations and observations made by Smith and the Jamestown
settlers, with small crosses marking the range of those explorations. The information on the locations of the Indian tribes and villages is very extensive; in fact it
is still in use by archaeologists today. The engraving is adorned by a decorative and functional thirty-two point compass rose placed in the Atlantic at lower left,
and is a good example of a transitional compass rose. The rhumb lines extend from the compass, but only as far as the coastline so as not to interfere with the
more useful depiction of topography and settlements. Eventually, land maps would phase out the use of compass roses. The other decorative elements that fill the
map, including Powhatan’s Council and a Susquehannock Indian, are based on John White’s drawings made during the first attempt to form a colony in Virginia
(present-day North Carolina), as published in the first part of Theodore de Bry’s Grand Voyages. This third derivative of Smith’s map accompanied the 13th part
of the Grand Voyages, which was published posthumously by his son-in-law, Mathaus Merian.
Provenance: This example was featured in conjunction with the British Museum’s collection of John White watercolors entitled “A New World: England’s First
View of America from the British Museum,” during the exhibit’s travelling exposition at the North Carolina Museum of History from October 2007 to January 2008.
Ref: Burden #219; Tooley (Amer) p. 163-4 #3, plt 71; Garratt (TMC-9) p. 9; #G39; Reinhartz, pp. 6-7. A very attractive example on a clean sheet of watermarked
paper with a few tiny spots of excess watercolor in the image. (A)
$8000-9500
154.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Virginie), Mallet, Description de l’Univers, Paris, ca. 1683. 4.1 x 5.9”. (BW) 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. On watermarked paper with faint showthrough of text on verso, a small amount of printer’s ink residue, and hinge tape remnants on verso. (A)
$200-250
155.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Virginia and Maryland), Moll, Modern History, London, ca. 1740. 8 x 10.7”. (HC) This map of the eastern coast of Virginia, Maryland,
and the Chesapeake Bay was based on Augustine Hermann’s map of 1673. The map labels counties, towns, water ways, Indian lands, plantations, and provides
useful notations such as “the swamp here not passable.” A key under the title identifies English plantations and Indian plantations and houses. Published in London
in Thomas Salmon’s Modern History: or the Present State of All Nations. Ref: Stephenson #II-16; Shirley (BL-Atlas) G.SALM-1c #43. Light toning and text
offsetting from the opposing page with a few chips in the right blank margin. (B)
$600-750
156.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (Carte de la Virginie, de la Baye Chesapeack, et Pays Voisins pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages...), Bellin, La Harpe’s l’Histoire
Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1757. 11.4 x 7.6”. (HC) Finely engraved colonial map covering most of Virginia, Maryland, and 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 connects
the communities along the seaboard and stretches as far west as Frederic Town ou Winchester, with one road continuing further southwest. Fort Cumberland,
Bukingham, and many frontier villages are located. A delicate rococo-style title cartouche completes the composition. Ref: Tooley (MCC-96) #875.; cf. Sellers
& Van Ee #1383. A nice impression with good margins. (A)
$275-350
157.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (A Map of Maryland with the Delaware Counties and the Southern Part of New Jersey &c.), Kitchin, London Magazine, London, [1757].
8.9 x 6.5”. (BW) A wonderful example of this map which describes the Mid-Atlantic region during the French and Indian Wars. Centered on Annapolis, the map
includes all of Delaware, Maryland, and the Chesapeake (here Chesopeak) Bay, with parts of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia. The map is very crisply
detailed with roads, portages, forts, towns and villages, watershed, and mountains. A surprising number of wagon roads fill the map, extending as far west as
Cumberland Fort. Locates Harper’s Ferry, Standing Stone, The Meadows, a town simply called “Dick’s”, Port Tabacco, several forts, and more. In the western
frontier there are several settlements including Crasson, Rays T., Enoch’s, Nevil’s Orchard, etc. The map was printed for R. Baldwin in Pater Noster Row, and
appeared in the August 1757 issue of the London Magazine. As was the practice of the day, longitude from Philadelphia is noted at top, and from London along
the bottom. The rococo-style title cartouche includes a scene with birds, forest, and hunters. Ref: Jolly #LOND-122. A dark impression on watermarked paper
with tiny binding holes in the blank margins. (A)
$275-375
158.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (A Map of That Part of America Where a Degree of Latitude Was Measured for the Royal Society by Cha. Mason & Jere. Dixon), Anon.,
Gentleman’s Magazine, London, 1769. 3.8 x 6.6”. (HC) This interesting little map covers the Delaware peninsula north to Philadelphia with only a few cities and
roads including Annapolis, Baltimore, and Greenwich. It locates many early settlements and shows the roads that connect them. The focus of the map is the initial
measurements made by Charles Mason & Jeremiah Dixon for what has become known as the Mason-Dixon Line. These two British astronomers were employed
to make this survey in order to resolve a long-standing dispute between the Calvert family, proprietors of Maryland, and the Penn family of Pennsylvania. This
map, one of the first to show the results of the Mason- Dixon survey, shows this initial degree of latitude set into the context of the lands around the Chesapeake and
Delaware Bays. The map is a slight variant of a map that appeared the previous year in The Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society of London, reflecting
the general public interest in this border dispute in the American colonies. Ref: Jolly #GENT-199. A few negligible spots, else fine. (A)
$475-600
159.
Colonial Mid-Atlantic (A Chart of Delaware Bay and River, from the Original by Mr. Fisher of Philadelphia - 1776), Anon., Gentleman’s Magazine, [1779]. 9.2
x 7.2”. (BW) This Revolutionary War map was based on the chart Joshua Fisher made of Delaware Bay in 1756 and expanded upon in 1776. The Fisher map
was the most important map of the bay and river in the eighteenth century. This map was derived from the 1776 edition, and was published with an article updating the British public on the war in the colonies. It shows the bay and beyond to Philadelphia and is filled with place names and the location of many hazards to
navigation along the waterway. Locates Cape May, Turtle Gut Inlet, Cape James, Egg Island, Salem, and much more. Two distance scales and the direction rose
with fleur-de-lis orients north to the right. Published in the July, 1779 issue of the Gentleman’s Magazine. Ref: Jolly #GENT-268; Sellers & Van Ee #1372. Issued
folding with one faint spot below distance scale. (A)
$180-220
160.
Delaware & Chesapeake Bays ([Lot of 2] The Bay and River of Delaware [and] Entrance to the Chesapeake Bay. Reduced from the Surveys Made by D.P. Adams
and Others by Order of the Navy Commissioners of the U.S.), Blunt, American Coast Pilot, ca. 1841-54. (HC)
A. The Bay and River of Delaware, dated 1841 (8.5 x 7.4”). This chart of the Delaware Bay comes from the 14th edition of The American Coast Pilot, published by
Edmund and George W. Blunt. It shows soundings, rhumb lines, and various channels, flats, capes, inlets, beaches, and smaller waterways that branch off from the
Delaware River. Philadelphia appears on the right of the map, as do many towns and cities in Delaware and New Jersey that border the bay. The north is oriented
to the right. Engraved by Hooker. Condition: Issued folding with some faint spots, slightly uneven impression at bottom, and a damp stain along the right edge,
well away from image. (B)
B. Entrance to the Chesapeake Bay. Reduced from the Surveys Made by D.P. Adams and Others by Order of the Navy Commissioners of the U.S., dated 1854 (8.4 x
7.2”). Engraved for the 17th edition of The American Coast Pilot, published by E. & G.W. Blunt, this chart details the southern portion of Chesapeake Bay around
Hampton. It extends north to show Mob Jack Bay and Old Plantation Flats. Shows Cape Charles, Cape Henry and its lighthouse, Lyn-Haven and Hampton Roads,
the York Spit, Back River and more. Locates the James, Back, and York Rivers. Soundings and shoals are located, such as the Tail of the Horse Shoe. Engraved
by Hooker. Condition: Issued folding with a few minor spots and a printer’s crease entering the neatline at left. (A) $140-170
161.
Mid-Atlantic United States, Maryland & Delaware (A New Map of Maryland and Delaware with Their Canals, Roads & Distances), Mitchell, New Universal
Atlas, Philadelphia, 1846. 14.3 x 11.3”. (HC) This is the rare Burroughs edition of this attractive map that carries nice detail of the counties, cities, roads and
railways. A large inset of Baltimore includes a key to significant buildings. Across the top of the map is a table of Steam Boat Routes - from Baltimore to Norfolk,
Baltimore to Philadelphia, and Baltimore to Washington with total and incremental mileage between stops. Mitchell obtained Tanner’s entire business and the
production facilities and plates for Tanner’s New Universal Atlas. He first printed it under his name in 1846, retaining Tanner’s copyright notice on most of the
maps. A second 1846 edition was then published using the imprint H.N. Burroughs. Nothing is known about Burroughs, but Ristow surmises he may have been
an employee or associate of Mitchell’s. Ref: Ristow, p. 311. Original color with a hint of toning. (A)
$150-200
162.
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, published in 1619. Ref: Burden #151; Cumming #26; Williams & Johnson #3; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #9400:1A. Attractive original color
with wide margins, archivally repaired centerfold separations confined to top and bottom blank margins, and a few small spots in image. This is very nearly and
“A” example. (B+)
$2400-3000
163.
Colonial Southeast (Carta Geografica della Florida nell’ America Settentrionale), Albrizzi, Atlante Novissimo…, Venice, ca. 1740. 16.8 x 12.8”. (HC) Finely
engraved copper plate map of the southeast part of North America based on Delisle. It covers the region from Filadelfia south to the Bahamas, and the coast of the
Gulf of Mexico to Tampico. It shows the same area as Ortelius’ 1584 map and several earlier maps, but most of the earlier names have been replaced with later
names for rivers, towns and villages, and political divisions. The British colonies are confined east of the Apalache. The large pictorial title cartouche features
natives aiming arrows at resting lions with elk in the background. Ref: Cumming (SE) #277. Issued folding on watermarked paper with a few minute pin holes
and some light printer’s ink residue along the platemark. (B+)
$1300-1600
164.
Colonial Southeast (Carte de la Caroline et Georgie. Pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1757.
11.3 x 7.4”. (HC) 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. It 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: Cumming
(SE) #311; Sellers & van Ee #1384. A fine impression on watermarked paper with good margins. There are minor damp stains confined to blank margins, and a
small hole in top blank margin that has been professionally repaired. (A)
$200-240
165.
Colonial Southeast (Carte de la Nouvelle Georgie), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime, Paris, [1764]. 5.9 x 8.4”. (BW) This uncommon small map depicts the
coastline from St. Augustine to St. Helena Sound and inland as far as Augusta. The boundary between Georgia and Florida is shown as of 1738. There are only a
few settlements and one road connecting Augusta, Savannah, and St. Augustine. Simple title block and fine fleur-de-lis topped compass rose are the only embel-
lishments. Ref: Cumming (SE) #344; Phillips (A) #3508-38; Tooley (MCC-96) #849. A nice impression with generous margins and a slight amount of printer’s
ink residue. (A)
$450-550
166.
Colonial Southeast (Carte de la Partie Sud des Etats Unis de l’Amerique Septentrionale), Bonne, Paris, ca. 1778. 12.5 x 8.3”. (HC) Attractive and concise copperengraved map that covers the states of Virginia, North and South Carolina, and Georgia in the new United States. All settlement is confined east of the Appalachians
with les Cherokees the only note in the otherwise blank region west of the mountains. There are four distance scales located on the left side of the map. A nice
impression on thick paper with just a hint of soiling. (A)
$140-180
167.
Southeast United States (Partie Meridionale de la Louisiane, avec la Floride, la Caroline et la Virginie…), D’Anville/Santini, Atlas Universel, Venice, ca. 1784. 22.6
x 18.9”. (HC) This is an interesting Italian version of D’Anville’s map of the Southeast. It is most notable for the incorrect boundaries showing a huge Louisiana
extending eastward to include present-day Kentucky, Mississippi and Alabama. The boundary between the Carolinas and Florida is shown at the Alatamaha ou
George R, and Georgia is not delineated, but is named (Georgie). In the left border of the map is the note of Presidio Espagnol de la Prov. de Tecas in modern-day
Texas. Good detail of towns and cities, Indian villages and tribes, rivers, portages, forts, harbors and early place names. Second state, published by Remondini.
Ref: Phillips (A) #647-48; Sellers and Van Ee #1408. A nice impression with wide, original margins and a hint of toning along centerfold at top. (A)
$1100-1300
168.
Southeast United States (Parte Orientale della Florida, della Giorgia, e Carolina Meridionale), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, ca. 1785. 17 x 12.7”. (HC) This
detailed map covers the coastline from Wilmington and Cape Fear to St. Augustine and Cape Canaveral. The map depicts cities, town, Indian villages, forts and
roads and is especially noteworthy for naming early counties in South Carolina. An Italian notation concerning the British attack on Charleston in 1776 and a key
to the map appears in the Atlantic. At this time Florida was still British, having been acquired from Spain in 1763. The map is sheet XI from Zatta’s Le Colonie
Unite dell’ America Settentrle, which is often referred to as the Italian edition of John Mitchell’s map, on which it is based. Zatta’s maps retain Mitchell’s scale, but
being smaller are more legible. Zatta also included updated legends (in Italian) with notations concerning the Revolutionary War. Each sheet stands on its own
and has full borders. Ref: Portinaro & Knirsch #153; Sellers and Van Ee #163; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1, Vol 4 #38. Watermarked paper with light, scattered
foxing and a small worm hole in an unengraved area of map. (B+)
$300-375
169.
Southeast United States (A Map of Those Parts of Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina & Georgia which were the Scenes of the Most Important Operations
of the Southern Armies), Lewis, Life of Washington, London, 1806. 10.3 x 14.3”. (BW) This map documents the route of Cornwallis’ Southern campaign from
Savannah, to Charleston, then up to the interior of the Carolinas. The campaign ended at the Siege of Yorktown, Virginia with Cornwallis surrendering to American and French forces in 1781. Engraved by Samuel Neele on the Strand and published by Richard Phillips. Issued folding with two complete but clean fold
separations that have been closed on verso with linen. (B)
$275-350
170.
Colonial Southern United States (La Floride), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.7 x 3.8”. (HC) While the composition of this map
is based on Sanson’s famous map of 1657, Duval has given prominence to the Rio del Spiritu Sto over the other rivers flowing into the Gulf of Mexico. La Caroline
is named on the R. de May, and the French claim to the region is shown as Floride Francoise. This is the third state, with Charlesford renamed Charlesfort. Pierre
Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many
of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: Burden #352; cf Cumming (SE) #86; King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. A nice impression on watermarked
paper with attractive old color that has been partially refreshed and light toning along centerfold and sheet edges. (B+)
$500-650
171.
Colonial Southern United States (La Floride), Sanson, Geographise en Historises Werelt Beschryving, Paris, ca. 1683. 9.9 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 is the first state as defined by Burden. Ref: Burden #546; Cumming (SE) #53; Pastoureau, SANSON II F.
A fine impression with attractive color. (A)
$600-750
172.
Colonial Southern United States (Florida Calle’d by ye French Louisiana &c.), Moll, Atlas Minor, London, 1728. 10.7 x 7.8”. (BW) This map is based on Moll’s
larger map of 1720 and portrays the Gulf Coast and Florida with detail of Indian villages, missions, mines, and forts. It is one of the earliest printed maps to describe
the roads and trading paths in the region. It is also filled with interesting notations including notes on La Salle’s landing in Texas in 1685, the Cenis Missions and
early Texas settlements in 1716-17, and the limits of King Charles II’s Grant to the Lord Proprietors (Carolina) in 1663. This is the first state with the erroneous
apostrophe in calle’d in the title and the date. Ref: Cumming (SE) #201, Phillips (A) #574. A slightly uneven impression, issued folding, with some printer’s ink
residue. (B+)
$550-700
173.
Southern United States (Map of the Southern States of America, Comprehending Maryland, Virginia, Kentucky, Territory Sth: of the Ohio, North Carolina, Tennesse
Governmt., South Carolina, & Georgia), Russell, An American Atlas, London, 1795. 19.9 x 14.4”. (BW) Very interesting map of the early, post-colonial southern
states in which Georgia extends to the Mississippi River, sharing land with the Choctaw and Creek tribes. The short-lived reservation that was set aside for the
Catawba tribe of Native Americans is shown in a small block on the border between North and South Carolina. This fifteen square mile parcel was set aside for
their tribe in 1760. However, nothing was done by the government to remove the ever-increasing white settlers who encroached on the Catawba’s land. The tribe
sold this land back to the government in 1840. Tennessee is named Tennessee Government. There are several Bounty Land Grants including Colonel Simmes,
Donation Lands from the Commonwealth of Virginia, and Ohio Company in Ohio, and Wabash Company, New Jersey Company, and Illinois Company in Illinois.
A section of northwestern Virginia is named Indiana. This region 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: Phillips (A) #1363-7. A crisp impression issued folding, now pressed flat, with faint offsetting, minor printer’s ink residue, and a few
very minor abrasions. (A)
$475-600
174.
Southern United States, Civil War (The Historical War Map), Asher & Company, 1862. 24.2 x 24.3”. (PC) This is Asher’s superb and scarce pocket map of the
region involved in the Civil War. Locates the battle sites through October of 1863. The map covers the general area of the war showing towns, railroads, waterways
and forts. State boundaries are colored green and battle sites are located with a red overprinted circle. Includes insets of South-East Virginia, North-East Virginia,
Charleston and Vicinity, and Vicksburg and Vicinity. Folds into orange paper covers with “Rebellion Record” containing a fascinating contemporary view of the
war, 72 pp. including four small battle plans. Ref: Stephenson #22. Issued folding with numerous fold separations that have been mostly closed on both recto
and verso with archival tape. There is 1” circular puncture in Indian Territory that has also been closed on both recto and verso with archival material. Covers are
present, but the map is detached and the back cover is separated. (C+)
$400-500
175.
Southern United States, Civil War (Map Showing Route of Marches of the Army of Genl. W. T. Sherman from Atlanta, GA. to Goldsboro, NC.), U.S. Army, Report
of Chief Engineer U.S.A., 39th Congress, 1st Session, Philadelphia, [1866]. 16 x 11”. (HC) This map provides a view of General Sherman’s campaign to include
the colored routes taken by the 15th, 17th, 14th and 20th Army Corps and the Cavalry. Although not mentioned in the title, the map extends to show the Chattanooga to Atlanta operations, from May 5th to Sept. 4th, 1864, detailing in red and blue overprinting the Union and Rebel Works. Five battle maps representing
each Army and the Cavalry are above the title. This map is plate No. 3 from the report and is an early published Civil War map; most reports and maps withheld
publication until the 1890’s to allow time for the national wound to heal sufficiently for a public discussion of the conflict. Issued folding with light toning along
the folds and a binding trim at lower left. (B+)
$250-325
176.
Tennessee, Kentucky (A Map of the State of Kentucky and the Tennessee Government Compiled from the Best Authorities by Cyrus Harris), Morse, Morse’s
Universal Geography, New York, ca. 1797. 11.5 x 7.5”. (BW) This very early map shows some topographical features, villages and a few roads. The “New &
Short Road” to Virginia crosses the Big Sandy River at Vancouver. It names Clarksville, Nashville, Lexington, Bards Town, Harrods Town, Danville, the Forts
Hamilton, Washington, Massac and the Harmons Station. Published by Thomas & Andrews, Boston, and engraved by Amos Doolittle. Title is in a simple oval
shaped cartouche. Ref: Wheat & Brun #645. Issued folding, now pressed with light offsetting and a few minor stains in the image. (B)
$350-425
177.
Alabama, Georgia (Map of the States of Alabama, and Georgia), Hinton, Simpkin & Marshall, History of the United States, London, 1831. 15.8 x 10”. (HC)
This is an uncommon early 19th century map of Georgia and Alabama, showing towns, roads, rivers, lakes, mountains, swamps, court houses, Indian villages,
forts, etc. A large region dedicated to Cherokee Indians and several largely unsettled counties appear in eastern Alabama and northwestern Georgia. The inset
plan of Savannah shows the city in street and block layout. Engraved and printed by Fenner Sears & Co. Issued folding, now pressed with light offsetting and
a professionally (and almost invisibly) repaired tear that enters 3” into map at bottom. (B+)
$240-300
178.
South Central United States ([Lot of 2] Amer. Sep. Partie des Etats-Unis. No. 49 [and] Amer. Sep. Embouchures du Mississipi No. 61), Vandermaelen, Atlas
Universel, ca. 1825. (HC)
A. Amer. Sep. Partie des Etats-Unis. No. 49, (23.0 x 18.8”). This interesting map provides an excellent view of Missouri and Illinois with very early county development. The map is centered on the Missouri River, extending to the Platte and Omaha regions. There is excellent information on Indian Tribes and village
populations, mineral deposits, explorers routes, etc. Condition: Light toning.
B. Amer. Sep. Embouchures du Mississipi No. 61, (20.6 x 18.3”). This rare chart details the delta of the Mississippi River south from New Orleans, and part of the
Gulf coast at Apalachicola and the region just west of Mobile, including the Pascagoula area, Dog Island, Deer Island, St George, St. Joseph, St. Blas, Port St. Joe,
and Apalachee Bay. Below the coastline is a large table “Tableau de la Population du Nouveau Monde en l’Annee 1823” which gives the population throughout
the Western Hemisphere by race and religion. Condition: A few tiny spots in the image.
The Atlas Universel was the first atlas to present all the maps on the same scale (1: 1,641,836), with each map covering an area of approximately 20 degrees longitude (from Paris) and 6 degrees of latitude. It was also considered to be the first lithographic atlas ever published. The maps were meant to be joined together
to form a huge globe measuring 7.775 meters in diameter. There was only one edition of the atlas, published in 1825-27, and the subscription list shows that only
810 copies were sold. (B+)
$400-500
179.
Kansas, Oklahoma (Map of the Oil and Gas Fields of Southeastern Kansas, Osage and Cherokee Nations), Kenyon Company, 1903. 24.8 x 20.3”. (PC) This
promotional map shows the oil and gas fields in southern Kansas and northern Oklahoma. The large oval surrounding Bartlesville, Oklahoma would become a
hugely productive oil field that made the state of Oklahoma and the Osage Indian tribe very wealthy. Per OCLC, no other copies have been found in the last 30
years. There are a few chips in the right blank margin away from the image. (A)
$200-250
180.
North Central United States (A Map of the North Western Territory), Morse, Morse’s American Universal Geography, Boston, ca. 1796. 9.4 x 7.4”. (BW) This
early and fascinating map primarily describes the area between the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers, detailing watershed and many forts. Indian lands ceded to the United
States as part of the Treaty of 1795 are identified in Ohio. A huge area “Extensive High Plains” appears in northern Michigan. The fictitious Bellin-Charlevoix
islands are shown in Lake Superior, the “Indian Line” is delineated and the Connecticut and Virginia Lands are identified. The Mississippi River is labeled “Sources
Unknown.” The Missouri River is “Said to be navigable 1300 Miles.” Frontier villages include S. Louis, Tawas, and Kaskaskias. A copper mine is noted in today’s
Upper Peninsula. Only four of the Great Lakes are shown with Ontario off the map. On the southwest shore of Illinois Lake is “Old Priorias F & V.” An early
map that was published in Boston by Thomas & Andrews. Engraved by S. Hill. Ref: Wheat & Brun #679. Issued folding with one tiny fold separation that just
enters the neatline at top. (A)
$400-500
181.
North Central United States (Map of the Settled Part of Wisconsin Territory Compiled from the Latest Authorities), Mitchell/Young, 1838. 17.6 x 21.8”. (HC)
This very early folding map of Wisconsin Territory was published only 2 years after its formation, and was one of the earliest works to contain reliable information
on the old Northwest Territory. It was compiled and engraved by J.H. Young and updated by Henry Abel.
The main map shows the settled areas of the territory bordering Lake Michigan, the Wisconsin River and the Mississippi River. A large area of northern Iowa
bordering settlements is named “Neutral Ground,” which was a stretch of land intended to keep the Sauk and Fox tribes from warring with the Sioux and Dakota
tribes. An inset at top shows the vastness of the Territory covering today’s eastern Dakotas, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. This example is an earlier version
of a map from David Rumsey’s collection with the same title and date, where Iowa Territory is separately named and 17 counties are shown versus only 8 with the
present example. This underscores how quickly the area was developing in a span of less than a year.
Included on a separate sheet is the “Geographical, Geological and Statistical Chart of Wisconsin & Iowa” full of useful information to the emigrant including rivers,
lakes, timber, government and “morals and education.” There have been only two known appearances of this map in the last 30 years. Backed in linen and folds
into original brown cloth boards. Ref: Rumsey #4046.001; Streeter #1928. Map has original color with light toning, scattered foxing, and a few small damp stains
at bottom around the title cartouche. There are a few fold separations and very small areas of loss at fold intersections. The statistical chart has scattered foxing,
light toning, and a few tiny separations at fold intersections. Covers are moderately worn and present but separated into two with one sheet affixed to each board.
(B)
$4000-5000
182.
Central United States (Map of the Western States), Stiles, Sherman & Smith, Smith’s Geography for Schools, New York, 1839. 17.6 x 10.5”. (HC) This finely
engraved map shows the states of Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio, with parts of Iowa Territory, Wisconsin Territory, Kentucky, Michigan and Virginia. The
detail is excellent with all counties named and hundreds of towns and villages depicted. Delineates the National Road to the Mississippi River. The legend indicates
court houses, capitals, railways and canals. Dated at lower left, “Entered according to Act of Congress in the year 1839 by Daniel Burgess in the Clerk’s Office
of the District Court of Connecticut.” A mostly clean sheet with some faint offsetting, minor soiling, and a short centerfold separation at bottom that has been
closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$100-130
183.
Central United States (Guide Through Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin & Iowa. Showing the Township lines of the United States Surveys,
Locations of Cities, Towns, Villages, Post Hamlets. Canals, Rail and Stage Roads.), Smith, Colton’s Western Tourist and Emigrant’s Guide, New York, 1854. 24.5 x
19”. (HC) This beautifully engraved pocket map was issued as a guide for travelers and immigrants. It is densely filled with information on Stage Roads, railroads,
political divisions, towns and villages, watershed and canals. The areas of Minnesota and northern Wisconsin are sparsely settled. Two large tables lists the routing
and distances for Steam Boat Routes throughout the area. The map is embellished with a decorative floral border and the engraved vignette “Maidens Rock, Lake
Pepin on the Mississippi.” Published in Colton’s Western Tourist and Emigrant’s Guide including 89 pp. of informative text and 23 pp. of advertisements for the
Colton firm. Published by J.H. Colton, 86 Cedar Street. Ref: cf. Karpinski, L.C. (MI) p.260. Issued folding with a few short splits at fold intersections resulting
in minor loss just to the left of Chicago with some small scattered stains above the title cartouche. Covers are somewhat worn and bumped, and the map has been
separated from the back cover. (B)
$350-450
184.
Central United States (North America Sheet VIII Ohio, with Parts of Kentucky, Virginia and Indiana), SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge,
London, ca. 1873. 12.7 x 14.6”. (HC) This map covers all of Ohio and portions of Virginia, West Virginia and Indiana. The National Road is clearly depicted
between Springfield, Ohio and Indianapolis. Presents good detail of county lines, villages, courthouses, canals, railways, and roads throughout the area with topographical and watershed detail. Published by Edward Stanford at 6 Charing Cross. Minor soiling confined to the blank margins. (A)
$80-100
185.
Central & Southwestern United States ([Lot of 2] Kiowa Migration Route Home Country from 1832 to 1868 and Present Reservation [and] The Kiowa Range
Showing the Location of the Plains Tribes in 1832…), Bureau of American Ethnology, Seventeenth Annual Report, 1898. 9.9 x 16.4”. (PC) These two maps
cover the region from British Columbia south to Texas. The first map shows the Kiowas migration from the Black Hills area of South Dakota to their settlement
in Eastern Colorado, Southern Kansas, and the panhandle of Oklahoma. The map identifies pueblos, military posts and trading posts as well as the tracks of raids
and trade routes. The second map shows the numerous Plains Indians tribes in vivid color. The strong relationships between the southern Plains Indians were
instrumental in keeping Spanish colonists away from the area, who instead settled in Mexico south of the Rio Grande. The first map has faint toning along the
centerfold, else fine. (A)
$80-100
186.
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, 1853. 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 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 in the Rocky Mountains adjoining Missouri Territory and
county development is confined to west of the Cascades. Utah Territory extends to Middle Park and Long’s Peak in present-day Colorado where it borders Indian
Territory. There are no settlements yet in the area of Denver, however St. Vrains Fort is located. New Mexico Territory encompasses parts of present-day Colorado
and Arizona and displays a pre-Gadsden Purchase border along the Gila River. County development in California is well underway except in the south. Decorative
scroll borders in the characteristic green color. Original color with a few minor spots in the image and a small repaired chip in the top left corner confined to the
blank margin. (B+)
$500-700
187.
Western United States ([Lot of 2] Reconnaissance of the Western Coast of the United States Middle Sheet from San Francisco to Umpquah River... [and] Reconnaissance of the Western Coast of the United States (Lower Sheet) from San Francisco to San Diego...), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1853-54. 21.9 x
24.8”. (BW) Two terrific charts from the first official scientific reconnaissance of the Pacific coast:
A. Reconnaissance of the Western Coast of the United States Middle Sheet from San Francisco to Umpquah River..., dated 1854. The chart 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.
B. Reconnaissance of the Western Coast of the United States (Lower Sheet) from San Francisco to San Diego…, dated 1853. This map is one of three prepared by
Lieutenant James Alden for this important survey. This sheet covers the region from the Mexican boundary to Point Reyes. It outlines the coastal littoral, shows
dangerous reefs and shoals, gives offshore bathymetric soundings, plus general and specific harbor sailing instructions. The most impressive feature is the 17
views of entrances and promontories along this rugged coastline - among them Santa Barbara, Catalina Harbor, and the entrance to San Francisco Bay. The map
was drawn by W.M. McMurtie and engraved by G. McCoy. Engraving of the views is also by McCoy and S.V. Hunt. Ref: Heckrotte & Sweetkind #33.
Strong impressions on heavy paper with a bit of printer’s ink residue confined to the blank margins. These two examples are uncommon issues as they are typically
found issued folding on thin paper. (A)
$250-325
188.
Western United States, Railroads (Map of the Union Central Great Trans-Continental Railroad and Its Connections from the Missouri River to the Pacific Coast),
Crofutt, ca. 1873. 27.5 x 6”. (BW) This folding map depicts the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroad from Omaha to Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay.
The map is surrounded by various advertisements for jewelry, canned goods, clothing and sewing machines to name a few. A table at right shows the passenger
fares from San Francisco to various ports in Asia. On the verso is a small map (7.7 x 6”) of the newly constructed railroad bridge over the Missouri River between
Omaha and Council Bluffs which connected this line with points east. This map was originally included in one of Crofutt’s tourist guides. The full sheet with
advertisements measures 32.5 x 10”. Issued folding with faint toning along one fold with a few fold separations that have been closed on verso with archival
tape. There are a few minor chips in blank margins. (B+)
$160-200
189.
Western United States, Railroads (Map of the Northern Pacific Railroad, its Branches and Allied Lines), Bien, New York, ca. 1883. 28 x 12.4”. (PC) This map
illustrates the historic Northern Pacific Railroad, which connected the Great Lakes with the Pacific Northwest, opening vast new agricultural and mining lands
and linking Washington and Oregon to the rest of the country. The railroad was chartered by Congress in 1864 and construction began in 1870, but due to several
financial obstacles including bankruptcy, was not completed until 1883. It continued to expand and was embroiled in the financial panics and monopolies that
dominated the railroad industry at the end of the 19th century.
The map itself details the lines from St. Paul and Duluth, Minnesota to a number of locations in Oregon and Washington including Seattle, Tacoma, and Portland.
The existing lines are highlighted in red and the proposed lines are dashed red. Also shows the lines of the Oregon Railway in blue. Lithographed by Julius Bien
& Co. Issued folding with some very light soiling and a few tiny holes and splits at fold intersections. (B+)
$180-220
190.
Western United States ([Lot of 2] Preliminary Map Showing Present State of Knowledge Relating to Underground Waters in the Central Great Plains [and] Preliminary Geologic Map of the Central Great Plains), Bien, New York, 1904. 30 x 30.3”. (PC)
A. Preliminary Map Showing Present State of Knowledge Relating to Underground Waters in the Central Great Plains. This attractive map of western Nebraska
and Colorado and parts of bordering states shows considerable detail. Topography and hydrography are well developed. Several railway lines are identified. Eight
geologic units are indicated by color.
B. Preliminary Geologic Map of the Central Great Plains. Same geography as above in vivid color with eighteen geologic units shown. Drawn by N.H. Darton.
Issued folding. (A)
191.
$100-130
Montana, Dakotas (Amer. Sep. Partie des Etats Unis. No. 40), Vandermaelen, Atlas Universel de Geographie Physique, Politique, Statistique et Mineralogique,
Brussels, [1825-27]. 20.3 x 18”. (BW) This very unusual map of part of the Oregon Territory actually covers eastern Montana and the western part of the Dakotas
with the Missouri and Yellowstone Rivers. The map incorporates information from the explorations of Verendrye, Trudeau, Dorion, Hunt, and Lewis & Clark,
with Lewis & Clark’s route along the Missouri River carefully noted. Several Indian tribes are located (along with their populations). No towns or settlements are
shown, although it locates Fort Mandan where the Lewis and Clark Expedition wintered in 1804-1805.
The Atlas Universel contained 400 maps in six volumes. It was the first atlas made up of lithographed maps, and the first to present all the maps on the same scale
(1: 1,641,836), with each map covering an area of approximately 20 degrees longitude (from Paris) and 6 degrees of latitude. If all the maps were joined together
they would form a globe of 7.75 meters in diameter. The maps were published by subscription between 1825 and 1827, with each part containing ten maps. There
was only one edition and the subscription list shows that 810 copies were sold; thus the maps are quite rare. Ref: Wheat [TMW] #378. Moderate toning with a
few small spots. (B)
$200-250
192.
Northwestern United States (Map of the United States Territory of Oregon West of the Rocky Mountains Exhibiting the Various Trading Depots or Forts occupied
by the British Hudson Bay Company Connected with the Western and Northwestern Fur Trade), Albert/Hood, Report of the Senate Select Committee on the Occupation of the Oregon Country, Washington D.C., 1838. 20.3 x 17.4”. (BW) This map accompanied an important report intended to awaken public interest in
the American occupation of Oregon Territory in the controversy with Great Britain, who also claimed the territory south to the Columbia River. Among the many
interesting details are the locations of the various trading posts or forts connected with the American and British northwestern fur trade. The map covers present
day Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. The region east of the Rocky Mountains is named Mandan District. It also shows much of southwestern
Canada. The map was copied from John Arrowsmith’s 1832 map of British North America. At lower left is the wording of an ultimatum given to the British by
Henry Clay, Secretary of State, stating that the 49th parallel will be the boundary. Engraved by M.H. Stansbury. Ref: Claussen & Friis #221; Wheat (TMW) #434.
Issued folding with light scattered foxing, faint toning primarily along the folds, and a binding trim at left. (B+)
$800-1000
193.
Northwestern United States (Up-to-Date Map of Washington and Oregon.), Matthews-Northrup Co, Buffalo, NY, ca. 1893. 9.5 x 12”. (PC) This is an uncommon
vest-pocket map produced by the same company that created the Century Atlases in the period 1897-1905, with the same remarkably precise engraving and coloring
style. It shows the counties, topography, roads, railroads, cities, towns and the progress of the public surveys. A full index appears on the verso. The map folds into
small red, embossed paper covers (2.2 x 5.3”) as an “Up-to-Date Map” noting this is part of the “indexed vest-pocket series.” This was part of Matthew-Northrup’s
attempt to compete with Rand, McNally’s vest pocket series. Evidently the project was not a commercial success, as these maps are very scarce today. Map is
very good with a few short splits at fold intersections and along sheet edges, as well as faint show-through of text on verso. Covers are lightly worn and the back
cover is partially separated. (B+)
$120-150
194.
Southwestern United States (Territories of New Mexico and Utah), Colton, Atlas of the World, New York, 1855. 15.4 x 12.6”. (HC) The uncommon First State
of this iconic map of the American Southwest, is distinguished by the lack of Colton’s name in the title or beneath the title. It depicts the new territories of Utah
and New Mexico, which were created in 1854. 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. The map was compiled from information garnered by John Charles Fremont in the
1840s, Howard Stansbury in 1850 and the Pacific Railroad surveys of 1853-54. Fremont’s routes, proposed routes for the Pacific Railroad, the Cimarron Trail, the
Oregon Route of 1843, the Spanish Trail and several other wagon roads are all traced. Wheat found this interesting map important enough to use as the frontispiece
to Volume 4 of his Mapping the Transmississippi West. It is one of the rarest and most desirable of all Colton atlas maps, dated and published in 1855. Ref: Wheat
[TMW] #832; Brown (Portolan - Spring 2005) pp. 48-51. Toned with faint damp stain at upper right. A short edge tear was repaired with archival tape, well away
from the map. (B)
$400-475
195.
Alaska ([Lot of 2] General Chart of Alaska [and] Map of Alaska), ca. 1890-1904. (PC)
A. General Chart of Alaska, by the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey, dated 1890 (49.6 x 26.0”). Very detailed chart with particular emphasis on the coast and Aleutian
Islands including hundreds of soundings. There is good detail of the interior, considering the date of the map, with forts and numerous Indian villages. The map
includes a large section of the Russian coastline. Two sheets joined and folded, as issued. Condition: Several short splits at fold intersections and moderate toning
along the folds. (B)
B. Map of Alaska, by the Department of the Interior, dated 1904 (47.0 x 32.9”). This detailed map shows the topography and watershed based upon the U.S. Geological Survey as well as the U.S. Coast and Geodetic Survey. An inset at bottom depicts the Aleutian Islands. Issued as a supplement to the May 1904 National
Geographic magazine. Condition: Issued folding with light toning along a few folds and a few short splits at fold intersections. (B+)
$140-170
196.
Alaska, British Columbia (Alaska Far North Frontier), 1964. 42.9 x 31.6”. (PC) This is the second edition of this appealing and graphic map originally published
in 1959 to celebrate Alaska’s statehood. In addition to the topography, cities, rivers, lakes, mountains, and existing and proposed highways of Alaska and western
Canada, the map is teeming with illustrations of the wildlife of the region (including sea otters, timber wolves, and grizzly bears), several prospectors, bush planes,
a train, a “Mountie”, a massive totem pole, and various other local phenomena. Six circular vignettes run along the left and right sides of the map, depicting moments from the state’s history, including Vitus Bering’s discovery of the area, Seward’s Folly, and President Eisenhower signing Alaska into statehood. The title
of the map appears on a stretched piece of animal hide and a compass rose at bottom features the American flag crossed with Alaska’s state flag. Surrounded by a
beadwork-style border. Illustrated and published by R. Klengston “Kleng” Rude. A few extraneous creases and some short tears in the blank margins. (A)
$350-425
197.
Northern California (A Series of Charts with Sailing Directions, Embracing Surveys of the Farallones, Entrance to the Bay of San Francisco ... State of California),
Ringgold, [1852]. 7.7 x 11.5”. (BW) This report and survey of the San Francisco Bay and associated headwaters was compiled by Cadwalader Ringgold, who had
a long and distinguished naval career, including commanding the Porpoise in the Wilkes Exploring Expedition from 1838-1842 where he made his first surveys of
the northwest coast of America. In 1849 he returned to California where he completed the work that resulted in the present volume, which was precipitated by the
flood of emigration to the anchorage of San Francisco and on the unexplored routes leading to the interior.
Ringgold’s set of maps served as an important pilot guide to the water routes leading to the gold regions. The six folding maps, all approximately 20 x 29 inches,
include: a general chart of the San Francisco bay extending inland as far as Sacramento and Boston; detailed maps of some of the smaller harbors; and a chart of
the Sacramento River from Suisun City to the American River. The list includes:
1. General Chart Embracing Surveys of the Farallones Entrance to the Bay of San Francisco..
2. Sheet No. 1 - Chart of the Farallones and Entrance to the Bay of San Francisco...
3. Sheet No. 2 - Chart of the Bay of San Pablo...
4. Sheet No. 3 - Chart of the Suisun and Vallejo Bays..
5. Sheet No. 4 - Chart of the Sacramento River from Suisun City to the American River…
6. Straits of Carquines and Vallejo Bay [on sheet with] Vallejo and Mare Island Strait [and] Anchorage off Sacramento City [and] Anchorage off San Francisco
[and] Anchorage off New York of the Pacific
48 pp., 8 plates and 6 large folding maps. Hardbound in brown embossed cloth with gilt title and illustration on front cover. Ref: Howes #R303.
The condition code is for the maps, which are clean and bright with a 2” binding tear at left in each of the maps and very faint toning along a few folds. The text
and plates are in good condition (“B”) with scattered foxing. The hinges are starting, and the covers are worn, with the back cover partially detached. (B+)
$2000-2500
198.
San Francisco and Sacramento, California ([Untitled - Views of San Francisco and Sacramento]), Illustrated London News, London, 1850. 9.4 x 14.6”. (HC)
This sheet contains four views of San Francisco and Sacramento. The top is a lovely view of San Francisco apparently as viewed from the south, with exaggerated
mountains depicted to the north in present-day Marin County. There are also two views of city streets in San Francisco, including Blay-Place and a political meeting
taking place on the streets. The bottom view shows the port of Sacramento along the Sacramento River. The views are accompanied by text about the two cities.
Published on October 19, 1850. A bright sheet with a few small spots of foxing and light toning along sheet edges. (B+)
$120-150
199.
San Francisco, California (City of San Francisco and its Vicinity California…), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., [1853]. 17.8 x 25.6”. (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. A nice strong impression on heavy paper with some very light printer’s ink residue due to scratches
in the plate primarily confined to the blank margins. This is a unique example as most of these maps are issued folding on thin paper. (B+)
$200-250
200.
San Clemente Island, California (Reconnaissance of the S.E. End of San Clemente Island…), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1856. 16.7 x 12”. (HC) This
chart details the coastline, bottom type and soundings of San Clemente Island. The large inset is a sea view of the island with a sailing ship anchored offshore.
Issued by the Hydrographic Party under the command of Lieut. James Alden, USN. Issued folding and now flattened with a binding trim at lower left replaced
with old paper, several minor abrasions along the folds, and one small hole at a fold intersection repaired on verso with archival material. (B+)
$90-120
201.
Santa Barbara, California (Sketch of a Plan and Section of a Breakwater), U.S. Government, Washington D.C., 1870. 12.1 x 18.3”. (BW) This uncommon map
of Santa Barbara extends inland to include the Mission and “Ruined Village.” Topography is well depicted and numerous soundings are noted in the Pacific, which
is shown to have “thick kelp.” At bottom is a diagram showing tidal elevation. Issued folding with a hint of toning along folds. (A)
$120-150
202.
Yosemite, California ([Lot of 5] Plate CXVII...California Mt. Lyell Quadrangle [and] Plate CXVI...California Yosemite Quadrangle [and] Plate XC...California
Dardanelles Quadrangle [and] Map of the Yosemite National Park...[and] Yosemite National Park California), ca. 1896-1901. The first three maps, published by the
USGS, show pastures, timber land and barren land in vivid color. The maps depict very detailed topography and watershed and were issued under the supervision
of Charles D. Walcott. Also included in the lot are two topographic maps of the National Park that show topography and patented lands.
A. Plate CXVII...California Mt. Lyell Quadrangle, by U.S. Geological Survey, dated 1901, printed color (14.0 x 19.0”). Condition: Light toning with one tiny split
at a fold intersection. (B+)
B. Plate CXVI ... California Yosemite Quadrangle, by U.S. Geological Survey, circa 1901, printed color (14.0 x 19.1”). Condition: Light toning with one tiny split
at a fold intersection. (B+)
C. Plate XC ... California Dardanelles Quadrangle, by U.S. Geological Survey, circa 1901, printed color (13.9 x 19.1”). Condition: Light toning. (B+)
D. Map of the Yosemite National Park Prepared for Use by U.S. Troops..., by N.F. McClure, dated 1896, black and white (19.9 x 16.3”). Condition: (A+)
E. Yosemite National Park California, by Julius Bien and Co., circa 1898, printed color (13.9 x 10.8”). Condition: Binding trim at upper right. (A+)
$200-250
203.
Colorado (Map of Colorado...Issued by the Colorado State Game and Fish Department), ca. 1940. 32.7 x 24.4”. (PC) This map of Colorado, issued by the Game
and Fish Department, shows all state game refuges in red shaded areas, as well as fish hatcheries located by red stars. Perhaps the most interesting aspect of this
map, however, are notations made by a previous owner indicating which refuges were opened in 1938 and others that were closed in that same year. Additional
information includes an index to the larger cities in the state, county boundaries, roads and railroads. Outside of the ink and pencil notations made by a previous
owner, the map is in very good condition with some minor soiling and a damp stain in the lower blank margin. Backed with linen. (B)
$150-200
204.
Central Colorado, Gold Mines (Economic Geology Colorado Cripple Creek Special Map to Accompany the Sixteenth Annual Report, Part II), U.S. Geological
Survey (USGS), Sixteenth Annual Report, Washington D.C., 1895. 16.1 x 19.6”. (PC) This striking topographic map from a 1894 USGS survey shows the mining town (and former ghost town) Cripple Creek and its surroundings in what is today Teller County. Several mountains, gulches, and hills are named, and a few
towns appear in grid-like plans, including Victor and Cripple Creek itself. A legend to the right of the map explains the corresponding rock type for each color and
pattern combination on the map. The map is also freckled with several small stars that represent various gold mines and prospects. Produced under the direction
of Charles D. Walcott. Issued folding, now pressed flat, with a fold separation at top that has been closed on verso with Japanese tissue and a few minor spots,
mostly in the blank margins. (A)
$100-140
205.
Washington, D.C. (Plan of the City of Washington), Weld, Jungern Reisen durch die Staaten von Nordamerika, ca. 1800. 8.6 x 6.7”. (BW) This is a reduced
and simplified version of Ellicott’s plan of 1792. Washington is bordered by the Potomack (Potomac) River and the Eastern Branch, now the Anacostia River.
Georgetown, at the left and northwest of Rock Creek, is separately labeled. Reedy Branch and Tiber Creek are shown to the north outside of the street pattern. A
few major buildings including the Capitol and Presidents House are labeled; others are merely outlined. The proposed landscape design for the Mall is shown with
some detail. Near the upper right is an eight-pointed compass indicator surmounted by a fleur de lis. Engraved by Carl Jattnig. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara
#716-4; Howes #W-235, cf. Phillips (DC) PW #37. Issued folding with some faint stains primarily in the blank margins. (A) $400-500
206.
Washington, D.C. (Plan of the City of Washington. The Capitol of the United States of America), Mitchell, Philadelphia, 1879. 13.5 x 11”. (HC) Nice example of
this map with major buildings and sites noted including the Presidents House, Washington Monument, and the Smithsonian Institute. Engraved by W.H. Gamble.
Surrounded by a floral and ribbon border. The verso contains a Plan of Baltimore. Ref: cf. Phillips (DC) #PW213, p. 52.; cf. Manasek #117. There are a few tiny
tears that just enter the map border at top and a small crease in the upper left corner. (A)
$100-120
207.
Washington, D.C. ([Lot of 4] Map of the City of Washington Showing the Variety of Street Pavements… [and] …for the Use of the Engineer Department… [and]
…Showing the Location of Sewers… [and] …Showing the System of Water Supply and Distribution…), U.S. Corps of Engineers, Washington D.C., 1890-91.
27.5 x 28”. (PC) This set of thematic maps was published to show the large-scale improvements in the infrastructure of the city. They were prepared by Capt.
W.T. Rossell of the Army’s Corps of Engineers to accompany the annual report of the Commissioners, District of Columbia. Each map carries the title “Map of
the City of Washington...” and is drawn on an identical scale, showing the street pattern of Washington in great detail. Each has a specialized focus, with the titles
continuing: 1) “Showing the Varieties of Street Pavements;” 2) “For Use of the Engineer Department District of Columbia;” 3) “Showing the Location of Sewers;”
and 4) “Showing the System of Water Supply and Distribution.” Each is colored to match its thematic legend. The first map is particularly handsome as it uses
seven colors to indicate types of road surface. An important set of four matched maps that provide a remarkable look into the capital’s infrastructure in the early
1890’s. Issued folding with light toning along a few folds and a few short splits at fold intersections. (B+)
$300-400
208.
Washington, D.C. ([Lot of 2] Map of the District of Columbia 1901 ... for the Preparation of a Plan for the Improvement of the Park System of the District of
Columbia [and] Map of the District of Columbia Showing Areas Recommended to Be Taken as Necessary for New Parks...), U.S. Government, 1901. (PC)
A. Map of the District of Columbia 1901 ... for the Preparation of a Plan for the Improvement of the Park System of the District of Columbia (28.0 x 26.4”). This
large and colorful plan depicts current park areas, proposed street development plan, topography and schools. This ambitious map is replete with information
including the Permanent System of Highways and Authorized New Railroad Locations. Twenty different areas name their controlling agency including the War
Department, Navy, Interior Department, and Smithsonian. It extends to show a corner of Alexandria in the south, and in the north some or all of Kenilworth, Burrville, Woodridge and Takoma, west to American University Park, and east about two miles past the Anocostia River. Numbered “No. D-99” at lower left. North
is oriented to the upper left. Prepared by J.G. Langdon and printed by A. Hoen & Co. of Baltimore. Condition: Issued folding on a clean sheet with one tiny edge
tear at left that just touches the neatline. (A)
B. Map of the District of Columbia Showing Areas Recommended to Be Taken as Necessary for New Parks and Park Connections... (26.6 x 26.6”). This map covers the same geography as above but depicts those areas that are recommended to be purchased by the Park Commission. Also shows proposed “elevated drives”
along the Potomac River. Numbered “No. D-288” at lower left. Condition: Issued folding with several splits at fold intersections and a few small spots in the
image. (B)
$160-200
209.
St. Augustine, Colonial Florida (A View of the Town and Castle of St. Augustine, and the English Camp Before It June 20, 1740), Silver, An Impartial Account
of the Late Expedition against St. Augustine…, [1742]. 6.6 x 11.8”. (HC) This is a depiction of British General John Oglethorpe’s first unsuccessful expedition
against the Spanish at St. Augustine. The bird’s-eye view depicts the Matanza River, the castle, the North and South Channel and warships in the foreground. A
lengthy key and explanatory notes fill the bottom third of map. General Oglethorpe was the founder of the American colony of Georgia, which was situated as a
buffer colony between Spanish Florida and South Carolina. Size includes the key and text. Ref: Jolly #GENT-12. A fine impression, issued folding on watermarked
paper with minor extraneous creasing. (A)
$200-230
210.
St. Augustine, Colonial Florida (Piano della Citta, e Porto di Sant. Agostino), Masi, Gazzatiere Americano, Venice, [1763]. 11.3 x 8”. (BW) This is a scarce
and very detailed plan of the port and harbor of St. Augustine with the city shown in a simple block plan with heavy surrounding fortifications. The plan features
soundings, fortifications, anchorages, rivers, etc. Map locates Fort Piccolo, Fort Negro, the battery defending the mouth of the port, a sentinel, several roads, and
Native Indian cities. North is oriented to the right by a fleur-de-lys. Distance scale is in Italian miles. Engraved by Giusepe Pazzi and drawn by Viol. Vanni. A
fine impression, issued folding with wide margins. (A+)
$400-500
211.
Southern Florida (Military Map of the Peninsula of Florida South of Tampa Bay Compiled from the Latest and Most Reliable Authorities), Ives, Sen Doc. No. 89,
62nd Cong, 1st Sess., ca. 1911. 16.5 x 21.3”. (BW) This is a rare, if not scarce, reprint of the 1856 map covering the southern portion of Florida. Issued under
the direction of Jefferson Davis, this highly detailed map depicts swamps, marshes, sawgrass, scrubs and prairie land. In addition to the vegetation, the map shows
towns and villages, forts, wagon roads and trails with an extensive note below the image. Only one dealer listing of this map has appeared in the last thirty years.
Issued folding with light toning and several long fold separations that have been closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
$120-150
212.
Atlanta, Georgia, Civil War (Map Illustrating the Siege of Atlanta, GA. By the U.S. Forces under the Command of Maj. Gen. W. T. Sherman), U.S. Army, Report
of Chief Engineer U.S.A., 39th Congress, 1st Session, Philadelphia, 1864. 21 x 12”. (PC) This fine Civil War map is dated 1864 but was published in the Chief
Engineer’s report of 1866. The title continues “from the passage of Peach Tree Creek, July 19th, 1864 to the commencement of the movement upon the Enemy’s
lines of communications south of Atlanta, August 26, 1864.” The map extends to show the towns of East Point and Decatur and northward to Buckhead. Details
the Union and Rebel positions in the Battle of Atlanta, the Battle of Peach Tree Creek, and the Battle of Ezra Creek in red and blue overprinting. Scores of small
towns and villages, headquarters’ of various armies, and much more are located. This is plate No. 2 from the report and is the earliest printed street level map of
Atlanta. This early published map describes the intense military conflict to take Atlanta from the Confederacy. Ref: Stephenson (CW) #139. Issued folding with
light toning along the folds, a hint of offsetting, a few tiny splits at fold intersections, and a binding trim at lower left. (B)
$300-400
213.
Hawaii (A Representation of a Morai, or Burial Place at Owhyhee [on sheet with] A View in Owhyhee, with One of the Priest’s Houses), Cook, Bankes’s New
System of Geography, London, ca. 1785. 6.9 x 11.3”. (BW) Two views depicting Hawaiian culture as witnessed by Cook and his expedition. The illustration at
top shows a sacred burial area surrounded by idols and skulls on stakes. At bottom there is a peaceful village scene. Minor soiling in blank margins. (A)
$70-90
214.
Hawaii (Hawaii The Travelers’ Treasure Islands), White, ca. 1935. 15.2 x 24.3”. (PC) Ruth Taylor White’s charming pictorial maps are among the most popular
collectible maps of the early 20th century. These whimsical maps, often known as cartographs, combine graphic style, color and comical observation and are
drawn in the same style of Jo Mora’s celebrated work of the same period. In this map, the entire chain of Hawaiian Islands is depicted and decorated with cartoonish characters, with major roads and points of interest noted. Decorated by a large ribbon-style banner cartouche, quoting Mark Twain, that states “The loveliest
fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean.” Vivid color with some minor surface abrasions and faint color touch-ups in the image and one closed edge tear
confined to the right blank margin. Archivally mounted on an oversized piece of canvas. (B+)
$450-600
215.
Illinois (Illinois), Burr, Burr’s New Universal Atlas, New York, 1834. 10.8 x 12.3”. (HC) This is Burr’s first edition map of the state. Filled with many interesting
details including place names, counties, rivers, forts, a proposed canal from Lake Michigan to Peoria, and the National Road from Terre Haute to St. Louis. Ristow
states that Burr had managed to copyright only eight of the maps needed to complete his world atlas before being appointed as topographer of the U.S. Post Office
Department in 1832. The rest of the maps were completed by the firm of Illman & Pillbrow, and published by D.S. Stone, New York in 1835. Ref: Phillips (A)
#771; Ristow pg.106. Original color with some minor oxidation of the pigment with light toning on verso. (B)
$220-275
216.
Illinois (Map of Illinois with Parts of Indiana, Wisconsin, &c.), Burr, New York, 1836. 12.5 x 17.5”. (HC) This detailed map provides information on the counties,
watershed, settlements, Indian villages and railroads. The proposed routes of the Illinois Central Railroad, Alton and Mount Carmel Railroad, Hillsboro Rail Road,
Northern Cross Rail Road, and the Warsaw and Peoria Rail Road are shown. The Indian land boundary and the area ceded to the U.S. by the Sioux, Sac, and Fox
nations are noted. Burr was a commercial cartographer and publisher of some note, in addition to being the Topographer to the Post Office and the Geographer to
the House of Representatives. Ref: Claussen & Friis #146. Clean and bright example. Issued folding and now flattened. (A) $200-250
217.
Illinois (A New Map of Illinois with Its Proposed Canals, Roads & Distances from Place to Place along the Stage & Steam Boat Routes), Tanner, Tanner’s Universal
Atlas, Philadelphia, 1841. 10.8 x 13.6”. (HC) This fine early map depicts counties, roads, railroads, canals and settlements. The National Road is shown crossing
the southern portion of the state from Terre Haute to St. Louis. An inset at bottom displays the lead region of northwestern Illinois and southern Wisconsin and
identifies smelting furnaces, lead ore and copper mines. Tables at both left and right display the distances along various steamboat routes to and from St. Louis.
Published by Carey & Hart in Philadelphia. Original color with a few minor spots in the image. (B+)
$130-160
218.
Chicago, Illinois (Map G. No. 52. Chicago Harbor & Bar, Illinois. From Survey Made in April 1857 under the Direction of Brevet Lieut. Col. J.D. Graham…),
Graham, Sen. Ex. No. 1, HO. Ex No. 2, 2nd Session, 35th Cong., Washington D.C., [1858]. 48.5 x 55”. (BW) This large format map of Chicago Harbor depicts
the North Pier, the South Pier, as well as the proposed extension to the South Pier. Both the harbor and the Chicago River are filled with information including
soundings, buoys, navigational hazards and notations. Along the lake shore, the numerous buildings and rail lines of the Illinois Central Railroad are depicted. In
the city, streets are named, but there is little additional information beyond a few buildings including City Hall, the Marine Hospital, and several churches. Drawn
on a scale of 200 feet per inch, this map accompanied Graham’s report to the Chief Engineer. Backed with tissue to reinforce and repair numerous fold separations, chips and cracks. Light uneven toning and minor foxing and offsetting. (B)
$275-350
219.
Chicago, Illinois (L’Exposition Universelle de Chicago en 1893...), L’Illustration, Paris, 1891. 12.6 x 8.4”. (HC) This bird’s-eye view depicts the World’s Columbian Exposition, also known as the World’s Fair, that celebrated the 400th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the New World. Constructed on
the shores of Lake Michigan at Jackson Park, the event was housed in over 200 temporary buildings with several long canals meant to symbolize Columbus’ treks
across the globe. This view was taken prior to the fair opening in 1893, in the French publication L’Illustration. French text on verso. Attractive color with a
few tiny spots in the image at top. There are remnants of masking tape on verso confined to the blank margins, away from the image. (B+)
$170-200
220.
Iowa (Map of the State of Iowa), Thomas, Cowperthwait & Co., Philadelphia, 1851. 15.8 x 12.9”. (HC) A fine map of the state showing the extent of settlement.
County development is confined to the eastern and southern portion of the state where a road network is beginning to take shape with many stage roads depicted.
A large area in the mostly unsettled area of the north is named “Neutral Ground”, which was a 40 mile by 200 mile stretch of land intended to keep the Sauk and
Fox tribes from warring with the Sioux and Dakota tribes. A decorative border surrounds the map. Original color with a couple of minor spots in the image and
two edge tears that just enter the map border at bottom and have been closed on verso with archival tape. Narrow bottom margin as issued. (B+)
$100-130
221.
Kentucky & Tennessee (The State of Kentucky with the Adjoining Territories from the Best Authorities), Payne, A New and Complete Universal Geography, New
York, 1800. 8.5 x 7.4”. (BW) A scarce map of Kentucky with the Tennesee Government / South Western Territory named below and the North Western Territory
above. There are several Bounty Land Grants named on the map, including a large portion of northwest Tennessee noted as ‘Reserved for the North Carolina
Troops’. General Clark’s Grant is named on the border with present-day Ohio, and the New Jersey Company is in possession of a large piece of land in what would
become Illinois. This map was derived from the 1794 map by John Russell. Engraved by John Scoles. A nice, clean example with very minor toning at top of
map. (A)
$350-450
222.
Kentucky (Geographical, Historical and Statistical Map of Kentucky), Carey & Lea, Philadelphia, ca. 1822. 18.5 x 11.3”. (HC) The map is on a full folio sheet
(22 x 17.3”) with English text below giving a brief description of Kentucky’s boundaries, productions, rivers, climate, chief towns, manufactures, commerce,
education, and religion. The finely engraved map delineate and hand colors counties with their organization current to 1821. Kentucky and Tennessee are almost
always shown on the same map, so it is uncommon to find Kentucky alone. The cleanly engraved map details the roads, towns and settlements, rivers and political
divisions. Very finely engraved by Young & Delleker. Nice impression on a clean sheet with a few minor spots and a short centerfold separation at top that just
passes the neatline. (B+)
$160-200
223.
Maine ([Lot of 2] Map of the Northern Part of the State of Maine and the Adjacent British Provinces… [and] Extract from a Map of the British and French Dominions in the North America by Jn O. Mitchell), U.S. Government, Sen. Doc. 502, 25th Cong., 2nd Sess., [1838]. 16.5 x 15.3”. (HC) The first map details the
boundary dispute between the United States and Great Britain relating to Maine. Hand coloring is used to show the boundary as claimed by the United States and
by Great Britain, with a third line labeled “that of the Arbiter” which closely corresponds to Maine’s present-day border with Canada. A table gives the major
points of contention in this border dispute. Another table names land grants belonging to six land holders. The second map (13.3 x 13”) was included in the same
Senate report for historical purposes. It was extracted from Mitchell’s map of 1755 by W.J. Stone. Ref: Claussen & Friis #219 & #220; Phillips (M) p. 384. Very
light offsetting with a few small spots and binding trims at left. (B+)
$200-250
224.
Massachusetts, Rhode Island (A Map of Massachusetts from the Best Authorities), Denison, The American Universal Geography, Boston, [1796]. 9.8 x 7.5”. (HC)
This scarce edition is from the third edition of Morse’s Geography. The counties are named and delineated both in engraved line and color. The bank offshore from
Cape Cod is located. The western counties of Hampshire and Berkshire are continued in an inset at lower left. The map also shows towns, roads, topography and
good watershed detail. The Proposed Canal is located near Sandwich. Beneath the oval title cartouche and distance scale is the note “The surveys of the Eastern
Counties, could not be obtained reasonably to complete this Map.” As a result the counties of Bristol, Plymouth, and Barnstable are mostly blank. The imprint of
publishers Thomas & Andrews is across the top above the neatline. In tiny letters below J. Denison the engraver is given as “S.H.” which Wheat & Brun attribute
to Samuel Hill. Ref: Wheat & Brun #218. This has been professionally restored along one fold, and there are some short tears and fold separations, mostly confined
to the blank margins, with one 1” tear entering the neatline near the title cartouche that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$250-300
225.
Boston, Massachusetts (A Plan of the Battle, on Bunkers Hill. Fought on the 17th of June 1775. By an Officer on the Spot), Sayer & Bennett, London, 1775. 13.7
x 13.6”. (HC) This very rare broadside gives a fascinating British perspective on the Battle of Bunkers Hill. The map gives a panoramic scene of the warfare
from the Charlestown Neck north of the Charlestown Peninsula to the Roxbury Neck just south of Boston. The plan depicts the locations and movements of the
major players during the battle. Warren’s redoubt and several lines of American forces are shown in yellow along Breed’s Hill (which is not named), adjacent to
the city of Charlestown. The advancements of General Howe and Brigadier General Pigot are depicted in red moving from the beach north towards Breed’s Hill.
British warships are shown at the mouth of the Charles River. There is scarce detail within the town of Boston with the exception of several British fortifications,
including a fort, two redoubts, batteries, and the location of Generals Burgoyne and Clinton’s troops during the battle at the Cobbs Hill battery.
One of the most interesting aspects of the plan is a note near the Charlestown Neck, “Hither the ships ought to have come,” referring to General Clinton’s recommendation that the British attack the rebels from the north, thereby preventing their retreat. Clinton was outvoted by his fellow generals, and the Battle of Bunkers
Hill resulted in a costly victory for the British army due to the number of casualties. In addition, the conflict served as one of the first steps towards American
Independence by giving the rebels a moral victory and the determination to carry on with the war.
One week after the battle, General Burgoyne wrote a letter to his nephew Lord Stanley, describing the battle in colorful detail. The letter is reproduced below the
map, and explains how the British realized that control over Boston was dependent on the British also securing both the Charlestown and Dorchester peninsulas.
Burgoyne explains that although he and his fellow commanding officers had determined to attack Dorchester first (scheduled for June 18th), after hearing of the
movements of the colonials in the north, they shifted their focus to Charlestown and Bunkers Hill. After describing the operations of the British troops, the ensuing
battle, and the heroism of the British army, Burgoyne lists the key casualties of the confrontation.
This broadside was separately issued by Sayer & Bennett on November 27, 1775 and is historically significant both for its broad view of the full battlefield and
for Burgoyne’s important account of the battle. Full sheet with text measures 19.6 x 14.6”. This is a unique opportunity to own an example of this rare map that
has been expertly repaired and conserved for a fraction of the cost of its typical retail value of $30,000-50,000. Ref: Nebenzahl & Higginbotham (Amer. Rev.)
#3; Nebenzahl (Bibliography) #28. This map has been expertly conserved, with numerous small chips into image at top, left and bottom, as well as a 1 x 10” strip
along the right-hand edge at bottom all repaired with image skillfully and seamlessly replaced in facsimile. Remargined on all sides and backed in Japanese tissue
to repair a few short tears in the image. On watermarked paper with a few small abrasions, toning, and moderate soiling. There are also minute pinholes along the
engraved lines of the map (now reinforced with the Japanese tissue on verso), indicating that a previous owner made a manuscript copy of the map. (C)
$13000-15000
226.
Nantucket, Massachusetts (Carte de l’Ile de Nantucket, pour les Lettres d’un Cultivateur Ameriquain), Crevecoeur, Lettres d’un Cultivateur Ameriqain, Paris,
[1787]. 11 x 8”. (BW) This early copper engraved map of Nantucket includes a legend identifying thirty-two different sites. In addition to the detail in the legend,
the map locates Sherburn, Full Mill and Isle de Tuckanuck. Engraved by Pierre Francois Tardieu.
Crevecoeur was a French-born surveyor who settled in New York, where he produced this classic collection of twelve essays that reflected on the nature of American life, particularly its customs and manners. His description of bountiful American lands spurred many French people to immigrate to America. Howes says
that Crevecoeur’s work is a: “Description of American life of great influence in attracting European immigration in the post-revolutionary period. As literature
unexcelled by any American work of the eighteenth century.” Ref: Phillips (M) p. 457; Howes #C883 Issued folding on watermarked paper with a few minor
spots and light soiling along the sheet edges. (B+)
$1400-1700
227.
Missouri (Missouri), Page, Illustrated Historical Atlas of Wisconsin, Chicago, 1881. 21 x 16.3”. (HC) This large map is a scarce issue of Missouri by the littleknown H.R. Page & Co. firm of Chicago. County development is shown in attractive full hand color, which is uncommon for this late date. The map locates cities,
towns, rivers, lakes, and an extensive railroad network. A small inset at bottom shows the southeastern portion of the state including Pemiscot, Dunklin and New
Madrid counties. The verso is filled with numerous advertisements for the various railroad lines with illustrations of tourist destinations including the Black Hills
and Stillwater, Minnesota.
This map was included in Page’s Illustrated Historical Atlas of Wisconsin. Page had purchased the plates from the 1878 edition by Synder, Van Vechten & Company, and expanded the atlas to include thirteen other state maps including this one. Ref: Ristow, p. 443; cf. Phillips (A) #2634. Original color with light, pleasant
even-age toning. (A)
$130-170
228.
New Hampshire (The State of New Hampshire. Compiled Chiefly from Actual Surveys), Lewis/Carey, Carey’s American Atlas, Philadelphia, 1794. 11.3 x 17.9”.
(BW) First edition and first state of this influential map of the state with five counties and great detail of the roads, settlements, mills and taverns. A note on the
map states “The White Hills appear many leagues off at sea like white clouds just rising above the horizon.” Two of the most influential names in American cartography were Samuel Lewis and Mathew Carey. Samuel Lewis was a celebrated draftsman and cartographer who learned his trade from the prominent English
cartographer Aaron Arrowsmith. Engraved by Smither. Ref: Cobb (NH) #68; Wheat & Brun #185; Phillips (A) #1362-3. There are extraneous creases and some
short tears and tiny holes that have been closed on verso with archival materials. (B)
$400-500
229.
Colonial New York (A Map of the Eastern Part of the Province of New York; with Part of New Jersey, &c. Drawn from the Best Authorities), Kitchin, London
Magazine, London, 1756. 8.6 x 6.7”. (BW) Interesting, small map depicting the main theater of the French and Indian War during the first year of the conflict.
The region depicted includes the Hudson River valley, north to Lake Champlain, including Forts Ticonderoga and Frederick. Also shown are the Mohawk River
and the waterways from the upper Hudson to Lake Ontario. The western parts of the New England states are shown, as is northern New Jersey, and northeastern
Pennsylvania. The border between New York and Pennsylvania is shown considerably north of the present-day boundary. A note states that Pensilvania is not yet
settled with much of the region labeled the Endless Mountains. Indian tribal and hunting lands are noted, as well as roads and Trading Paths. Inset is a tiny plan
of Fort Frederick at Crown Point built by the French in 1731, with its own tiny compass rose and scale of feet. This important French fort had been captured by the
British the previous year. Decorative landscape cartouche and delicate compass rose embellish the map. A historically important map. Ref: Jolly #LOND-109;
Sellers & Van Ee #1038. A sharp impression on watermarked paper, issued folding, now pressed flat, with fold separations that have been closed on verso with
Japanese tissue. There is faint offsetting from an opposing page of text on the far left. (A)
$375-475
230.
Colonial New York (Sketch of the Country Illustrating the Late Engagement in Long Island), Anon., Gentleman’s Magazine, London, [1776]. 12.2 x 7.7”. (BW)
This is the first edition, published in October 1776, of this map that shows the initial troop positions and battle activity of this important and early American Revolution battle. Troop and battle deployments are clearly shown. A fascinating Revolutionary War map designed to inform the British people about the American cause
of independence. Ref: Jolly #GENT-248; Sellers & Van Ee #1150. Issued folding with wide margins, light toning, soiling, and some offsetting. A binding trim at
top left has been repaired with old paper. (B)
$200-250
231.
Colonial New York (Part of the Counties of Charlotte and Albany, in the Province of New York; being the Seat of War between the King’s Forces under Lieut. Gen.
Burgoyne and the Rebel Army), Kitchin, London Magazine, London, 1778. 7.5 x 9.8”. (BW) This scarce little map covers the region from Albany to Ticonderoga
and locates principal forts, settlements, roads and waterways. The map illustrates the area involved in the first major defeat of the British in the Revolutionary War.
On August 16, 1777 at Battle of Bennington, the American forces routed the British, leading to the surrender of John Burgoyne’s 6000-man force at Saratoga on
October 17. The battle is seen as the turning point in the war and convinced the French that the Americans were worthy of military aid. The region west of Lake
George is labeled Wilderness Lands and the region of present-day Vermont is marked Wilderness Lands of the Crown not yet appropriated. In fact this region was
not a part of New York, but part of the Vermont Republic that had been created in January 1777 after a dispute between New Hampshire and New York concerning ownership of the region. Ref: Jolly #LOND-320; Sellers & van Ee #1078. Issued folding, now pressed with a hint of toning and a colored pencil mark in title
cartouche. (B+)
$300-375
232.
New York (Map of the State of New York), Magnus, New York, ca. 1860. 24 x 19.5”. (HC) This scarce piece is a decorative map of the state that includes a dramatic and beautiful bird’s-eye view of Niagara Falls at upper left. The map is colored by county with much detail of towns and villages, canals, railroads, wagon
roads and watershed. A second inset shows all of Long Island on the same scale as the main map. The titling is in fancy text with flourishes and banknote-style
pattern behind. A wide, handsome border surrounds. Blank verso. An uncommon map by Charles Magnus, 12 Frankfort St. New York with his own embossed
stamp imprinted directly below the title cartouche. Backed with tissue to reinforce and repair several short tears and two small areas of loss near the center of the
map in Seneca and Tomkins county. There is light toning near the middle of the map with a few small edge chips at top confined to the blank margin. (B)
$160-200
233.
New York City, New York ([Lot of 4] A Plan of the City of New York from an Actual Survey [and] Plan & Location of the Great Pier for the North River... [and]
[Untitled - Great East River Pier] [and] [Untitled - The East River]), Report of the Secretary of the Treasury on the Warehousing System, ca. 1849. (BW) These
four maps were taken from the report of the Secretary of the Treasury on the warehousing system which shows the development of the docks in New York City.
A. A Plan of the City of New York from an Actual Survey, by James Lyne, dated 1728 (21.9 x 16.9”).
B. Plan & Location of the Great Pier for the North River Also the Soundings of that River, and Delineation Showing the Present State of the Shore from the Battery
to 42nd Street, by Edward Ewen, circa 1849 (33.5 x 4.6”).
C. [Untitled - Great East River Pier], circa 1849 (17.5 x 3.5”).
D. [Untitled - The East River], circa 1849 (17.1 x 3.0”).
Issued folding with light toning and a few small spots of foxing. (B+)
$140-170
234.
New York City, New York (New York), 1855. 50.5 x 29”. (HC) This magnificent aquatint and line engraving depicts a bustling East River with New York City
in the background. The view is depicted from Brooklyn Heights and is one of the largest engraved views of Manhattan ever produced. The view was based on a
watercolor by John William Hill and engraved by Charles Mottram. John William Hill, and his father John Hill, were known as two of the best artists in New York
in the early 19th century. John William was born in England and moved to the United States as a young boy. He first apprenticed with his father, but then shifted his
focus to outdoor landscapes and became heavily influenced by English artist John Ruskin, who taught him to strive for naturalism in his landscape drawings. John
Wiliam Hill worked closely with the Smith brothers from 1850-55, who published many of his works. Published by F. and G. W. Smith, 59 Beekman Street, New
York. Ref: Reps, pp. 183-84. An excellent impression with attractive color and a few minute abrasions in the image. There are professional repairs to a few small
edge tears, only one of which enters image less than 1” at left. (A)
$4000-5000
235.
North Carolina (North Carolina from the Best Authorities), Low, The New Encyclopaedia, New York, 1800. 12.7 x 7.4”. (HC) This is an early map of the state of
North Carolina, which is a reduced version of Reid’s map of 1796. The map shows fine detail of watershed, towns, wagon roads, and mountains. There is particular
emphasis on the Outer Banks. It locates Roanoke Island, Cape Fear, the Great Alligator dismal Swamp along the southern edge of the Albemarle Sound, and the Gr.
Dismal Lebanon Swamp along the northern edge. Issued folding with a 2” split near the fold at bottom right that has been closed with archival tape on verso and
some extraneous creases. (B+)
$240-300
236.
North Carolina, Civil War ([Lot of 2] Sketch of Vicinity of Fort Fisher… [and] Plan and Sections of Fort Fisher…), U.S. Army, Report of Chief Engineer U.S.A.,
39th Congress, 1st Session, [1866]. (BW) These maps are plates No. 5 and No. 6 from the report and are early published Civil War maps; most reports and maps
withheld publication until the 1890’s to allow time for the national wound to heal sufficiently for a public discussion of the conflict.
A. Sketch of Vicinity of Fort Fisher Surveyed Under the Direction of Brvt. Brig. Gen. C.B. Comstock Chief Engineer, (9.8 x 14.4”). Provides good detail of the
peninsula, locating Ft. Buchanan, Mound Battery, Fort Fisher, headquarters, Wharf, Hospital, the Commissary and Fort Lookout to the north. Also locates the Wreck
of the “Powder Vessel” some 830 yards north of Fort Fisher.
B. Plans and Sections of Fort Fisher Carried by Assault by the U.S. Forces Maj. Gen. A.H. Terry Commanding Jan. 15th 1865, (15.3 x 10.6”). Very close detail of
the Fort to show the position of all armament along the fortified walls. Locates cannon (“rifle”) locations including the huge Columbia 10” cannons at each end with
many smaller (4.5” to 8”) cannons positioned between. The map shows Electric Wires leading out from the walls to a Line of Torpedoes protecting the open ground
beyond the fort’s wall. It is quite rare to see this type of weapon mentioned on a map. Further research shows electrically triggered land-based torpedoes were used
as early as during the Crimean War, 1854-1856.
Ref: Stephenson (CW) #311 & #315. Issued folding with light toning along the folds. (B+)
$100-150
237.
Ohio (Colton’s Railroad & Township Map of the State of Ohio), Colton, New York, 1853. 28.8 x 24”. (HC) This attractive map of Ohio is surrounded by Colton’s
decorative border and a vignette of the State Capitol at lower right. Counties are delineated in full hand color with towns, cities, railroads and canals depicted. A
table at right shows county population growing from 1.5 million in 1840 to nearly 2 million in 1850. Folds into brown gilt-stamped cloth covers. Issued folding
with a few minor spots, short splits at fold intersections, and minor soiling primarily confined to the blank margins. Front cover is nearly separated. (B)
$275-350
238.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Plan de Philadelphie et Environs), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime, Paris, [1764]. 6.4 x 8.3”. (BW) This is a copper engraved preRevolutionary plan of the city of Philadelphia and vicinity. The grid pattern of streets in Philadelphia is based on the Holmes plan, and the surrounding countryside
and roads are derived from Scull and Heap’s important map. Bellin narrowed the scope of this map to extend from just north of the city to just below Mud Island.
The regions south of the city are labeled Territoire de Passyunk and Territoire de Moyamensing. It also shows the towns of Kensington, PA and Gloucester, NJ,
mills, ferries, and anchorages in the Delaware River. On Province Island the Hopital des Pestiferes (immigrant quarantine known as a pesthouse) is located. There
are rhumb lines and a fleur-de-lis in the Delaware River. Ref: Phillips (A) #3508 Vol. 1 #34; Sellers & van Ee #1309. A fine impression on watermarked paper with
ample margins. (A)
$400-475
239.
Rhode Island (Bird’s Eye View of Narragansett Bay), 1888. 16.8 x 24.3”. (BW) This detailed bird’s-eye view of the Narragansett Bay covers the area from
Providence south to Newport. Individual buildings can be seen on the islands while numerous ships and boats fill the bay. There is an attractive inset of a lighthouse and sailboat at top with an extensive index at bottom identifying 84 different locations. Published by J.A. & A.R. Reid. Blank verso. Issued folding with
a small stain in the image and some tiny separations along one fold resulting in minute loss. (B)
$150-200
240.
South Carolina (The State of South Carolina: from the Best Authorities), Lewis/Carey, Carey’s American Atlas, Philadelphia, 1795. 17.4 x 15.4”. (BW) This is
the first state of this fascinating map of South Carolina that came from the first atlas of America published in America. The topography of the state is shown in
fine detail, as are precincts, towns, waterways, and roads. As a result of the distorted scale of the latitude measurements, the state appears stretched from north to
south. In addition, the northwest border with Georgia extends Carolina farther west than is accurate. Two of the most influential names in American cartography
were Samuel Lewis and Mathew Carey. Samuel Lewis was a celebrated draftsman and cartographer who learned his trade from the prominent English cartographer
Aaron Arrowsmith. Engraved by William Barker. Ref: Phillips (A) #1362-3; Wheat & Brun #601. There are centerfold separations at top and bottom, as well as
a slight tear just entering the neatline, all of which have been professionally repaired. There are also two tiny pinholes, an extraneous crease, and a small stain at
left. (B+)
$950-1200
241.
South Carolina ([Lot of 2] South Carolina [and] South Carolina), ca. 1795-1812. (HC)
A. South Carolina, by Mathew Carey, from American Pocket Atlas, circa 1801 (7.6 x 5.8”). A delicately engraved map that details topographical features, watershed,
towns and villages, and the road network. Locates Four Holes Swamp north of Charleston. The distance scale is in American Miles. This is the second state with
roads and additional place names. Engraved by Doolittle. Condition: This example has nice margins with a few tiny wormholes that are not visible unless held
up to light. Two long pieces of archival tape run across verso at top and bottom, closing a few short tears, well away from image. (A)
B. South Carolina, by Joseph Scott, circa 1795 (7.3 x 6.2”). A sharply engraved and early American map in its second state. This example shows numerous rivers
and mountains and locates Charleston, Bull Island, Columbia, Hilton Head, and many others. Condition: A dark impression, backed in linen, and remargined at
top and bottom with part of the neatline appearing in facsimile. There is also minor soiling. (B+)
Ref: Wheat & Brun #602-03.
242.
$275-350
Charleston, South Carolina ([Lot of 2] Charles Town, South Carolina, with a Chart of the Bars & Harbour [and] Charleston), ca. 1780-1853.
A. Charles Town, South Carolina, with a Chart of the Bars & Harbour, by J. Lodge, from Westminster Magazine, dated 1780, hand color (7.7 x 7.4”). This Revolutionary War period chart of Charleston was published just one month after British General Sir Henry Clinton’s successful siege on Charleston. The chart gave the
British readership of Westminster Magazine a glimpse of the war. In addition to a note identifying Clintons advanc’d Post, the map includes two British warships,
the Acteon and the Sphinx, marking the Battle of Sullivan’s Island. It also features military forts and installations, a lighthouse, depth soundings, and details about
bridges and channels. The map is oriented with north to the right. Condition: Issued folding with minor soiling, a few extraneous creases, and a few short fold
separations outside the map image. Ref: Jolly #WEST-8.
B. Charleston, from Fanning’s Illustrated Gazetteer of the United States, circa 1853, black and white (4.8 x 7.9”). An informative Antebellum city plan of Charleston
that features streets, a railroad track leading into the city, rivers, and many sites in the town. A key at the top locates 26 places of interest, including the College
of Charleston, the Fireproof Building (which now houses the Charleston Historical Society and is thought to be the oldest fireproof building standing in America),
the medical college, and a Masonic hall. Condition: There are a few short tears and small chips along the left edge, most of which have been closed on verso with
archival tape and only two that enter the neatline. (B+)
$475-600
243.
Memphis, Tennessee (Plan of the Navy Yard in the Harbour of Memphis, Tenn…), U.S. Navy Dept., Washington D.C., 1844. 25 x 17.3”. (BW) An uncommon
map showing the positions and dimensions of the ground plan of the buildings and other improvements as recommended by the Board of Commissioners. The
Navy Yard is on both sides of the Wolf River at its entrance to the Mississippi. Commissioner L. Warrington’s engraved signature appears at bottom right. Drawn
by W.P.S. Sanger, Engineer. Issued folding with light scattered foxing. (B)
$110-140
244.
Texas (Texas), Flemming, ca. 1845. 12.5 x 15.5”. (HC) This scarce German map, a reduced version of Arrowsmith’s 1841 Republic of Texas map, shows the
extent of Texas’ claims to the region of the upper Rio Grande, including Santa Fe, Taos and Albuquerque. The detailed map identifies many roads, rivers, towns,
and forts. Thirty land districts are outlined and named in a table in the top right corner. The northern panhandle is divided into 12 sections, with the German notation (copied from Arrowsmith) that the land was well wooded and watered. There is an inset with a small map of Galveston Bay in the lower left. The outline
color on this example delineates both the counties and republic boundaries. The county lines are somewhat misrepresented, with San Patricio encompassing the
southern tip of the state which is consistent with 1845, but without the counties of Lamar and Bowie in northeastern Texas, which were already organized by 1841.
Published in Glogau. Original color with moderate toning and scattered foxing. (B)
$800-950
245.
Texas ([Lot of 2] Preliminary Chart No. 31 of the Sea Coast of the United States from Galveston Bay to Matagorda Bay Texas [and] Preliminary Chart of the
Entrance to Matagorda Bay Texas), U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey, Washington D.C., 1857. (BW) These two charts of the Texas coastline cover Galveston Bay
and Matagorda Bay and are filled with information for the mariner including soundings, magnetic variation, and detailed navigational notes. Produced by the U.S.
Coast Survey under the direction of A.D. Bache.
A. Preliminary Chart No. 31 of the Sea Coast of the United States from Galveston Bay to Matagorda Bay Texas (36.3 x 20.3”).
B. Preliminary Chart of the Entrance to Matagorda Bay Texas (32.0 x 19.3”).
Issued folding with light toning and offsetting and a few short splits closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
246.
$120-150
Texas (Carte du Texas pour les Missions et Voyages [with book] Journal d’un Missionnaire au Texas et au Mexique par l’Abbe E. Domenech. 1846-1852), Domenech, [1857]. 5.5 x 8.6”. (HC) Scarce map of Texas based on Jacob de Cordova’s 1849 depiction showing the state west to the Pecos, here labeled R. Puerco, just
north of the Rio Grande. Even though published in 1857, this French map illustrates Texas after it became the 28th state in 1845, but before the Compromise of
1850, when the present boundaries were established. There were four empresario grant type colonies established during the Republic of Texas period, one being
the Fisher and Miller Colony, shown here north of Fredricksburg. The other three that are no longer noted on this map were Peters’ Colony, Castro’s Colony and
Mercer’s Colony. These types of colonies were changed to be more in order with regular US land grants. West Texas is noted as being the Solitudes habitees par
les Comanches.
This map illustrates the travels of Abbe Emmanuel Domenech in Texas as described in the book; first in 1846-50, and then again in 1851-2. Domenech was the
first Catholic priest to be ordained in Texas and was charged with the establishment of the Catholic hierarchy in Texas, amid the tensions of the boundary disputes
with Mexico. On his second journey he based himself in Brownsville and visited neighboring places in Texas and Mexico. The tracks of his missionary activities
are shown in orange on the map. This map was engraved by Erhard and published by Fevrier. It is an unusual and important map in the history of the state of
Texas from the first edition of Domenech’s Journal.
8vo., 477 pp. Quarter brown leather with cloth-covered boards, gilt titling and raised bands on spine, and marbled endpapers. The map is still attached at the
back of the book, as issued. Ref: Martin & Martin, p. 141. Map is in original color with color offsetting and a few small, insignificant spots. There is a printer’s
crease at bottom left and a small binding tear at left confined to blank margin. Text is clean and bright with light, scattered foxing and a tiny light damp stain near
spine at bottom in the latter 80 pages. The covers and spine are worn with a small crack alongside the spine. The interior hinges are broken and the front marbled
pastedown is detached. (B+)
$475-600
247.
Galveston Bay, Texas (No. 105. Galveston Bay to Oyster Bay Texas), U.S. Coast Survey, Washington D.C., 1870. 39 x 32.5”. (BW) This large striking sea chart
depicts the entrance to Galveston Bay, with the city located on Galveston Island. Oyster Bay, Bastrop Bay, Chocolate Bay, and numerous small lakes are also
named, including Moses Lake, and Swan Lake. The chart is filled with hundreds of depth soundings and includes notes on tides, bottoms, dangers, and winds with
detailed navigational notes. Features the seal of the U.S. Coast Survey. Issued folding, now pressed and backed in canvas to repair some short separations and
tiny holes along folds and at fold intersections. A very clean and bright example. (B+)
$400-500
248.
Chesapeake Bay, Virginia (A Draught of Virginia from the Capes to York in York River and to Kuiquotan or Hamton in James River), Mount & Page, The English
Pilot. The Fourth Book…, London, ca. 1751. 23.9 x 18.1”. (HC) This plan covers the southern Chesapeake Bay, James River and York River, and is regarded as
the first published regional map of Virginia. As Virginia’s population expanded dramatically during the early 18th century, settlers began moving further up the
rivers in the Tidewater region in order to find good land. This growth created a need for more detailed and larger-scale maps of the region. This map was created
by Mark Tiddeman, who conducted hydrographic surveys of the area as master of the Royal Navy ship Tartar from 1725-28. Tiddeman’s logbook survives in the
British National Archives and includes notes about the Tartar stopping and inspecting ships encountered along the coast, suggesting that his mission in the area
may also have included compliance checks to enforce British customs laws. Tiddeman’s chart is filled with extensive detail of soundings, creeks, inlets, and shoals,
including Middle Ground shoal, which is noted as “Almost Dry.” The cities of Williamsburg, Gloucester, York and Norfolk are pictorially depicted. Just below
the eastern panhandle is the notation “Here the Tartar lost her Anchor Octobr. 17th 1726,” referring to Tiddeman’s vessel. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1492; Stepheson
& McKee #II-32; Wooldridge #94; Shirley (BL Atlases) M.M&P-5b #16. Trimmed to the neatline at lower right with two tiny chips that just enter the neatline.
There are damp stains along edges of image, light soiling, and a short centerfold separation at bottom closed on verso with paper tape. (B)
$1200-1500
249.
Yorktown, Virginia (Plan of the Siege of York Town in Virginia), Stedman, The History of the Origin, Progress, and Termination of the American War, London, ca.
1794. 12.8 x 10.8”. (HC) This fascinating and scarce map by Charles Stedman displays the locations of American, French and British positions during the battle
at Yorktown. The headquarters of General Washington and Rochambeau is noted, along with the positions of others such as Lincoln, Clinton and Siwoens. In the
York River, the ships Charon and Guadeloupe, as well as many sunken vessels are noted. The Battle of Yorktown decided the course of the war and the future of
the United States. This plan is based on Banastre Tarleton’s plan from his important British account of the Revolution. Tarleton was in charge of Gloucester Point
across the York River during the battle. Ref: Nebenzahl (Biblio) #202. Issued folding and with some offsetting and a binding trim at lower left. (B)
$600-750
250.
Central Virginia, Civil War (Region Embraced in the Operations of the Armies Against Richmond and Petersburg), U.S. Army, Report of Chief Engineer U.S.A.,
39th Congress, 1st Session, Philadelphia, 1865. 24.2 x 32.2”. (PC) This large folding Civil War map is dated 1865 but was published in the Chief Engineer’s
report of 1866. The map depicts the military positions of the Union and Rebel armies in red and blue in the vicinity of Richmond and Petersburg. Information
includes roads, villages, railroads, watershed and the terrain in hachure. The coat-of-arms for the Army Corps of Engineers is below the title. This map is plate
No. 12 from the report and is drawn on a scale of 0.75 miles per inch. It is an early published Civil War map; most reports and maps withheld publication until
the 1890’s to allow time for the national wound to heal sufficiently for a public discussion of the conflict. Ref: Stephenson (CW) #644. Issued folding with light
toning along the folds and a few short splits at fold intersections. (B+)
$200-250
251.
Washington (Map of a Part of Washington Territory Lying East of the Cascade Mountains to Accompany Report of Surveyor General), Tilton, Sen. Ex. Doc. No.
11 & Ho. Ex. Doc. No. 2, 1st Session., 35st Congress, 1857. 14 x 22.1”. (BW) This uncommon and very detailed map covers the Columbia River from Ft. Dallas eastward to Ft. Walla-Walla, and north to Ft. Colvill. The Great Plateau of Spokane spans the center of the map. In the upper right corner the Gold Mines are
shown along the Western limits of the Rock Mountains. Steven’s survey route for the Pacific Railroad, creeks, rivers, lakes, roads, the Old Presbyterian Mission
are also shown. The map was surveyed by Tilton and lithographed by C.B. Graham, Washington D.C., 1857. A nice, dark impression, issued folding, with minor
toning and numerous fold separations backed in Japanese tissue on verso. (B)
$80-100
252.
Wisconsin (Morse’s Map of Wisconsin), Morse & Gaston, New York, 1856. 12.8 x 15.8”. (HC) Pocket map of the state published only eight years after statehood,
showing county development in full hand color. Surveying efforts are nearly complete with only the northern counties of Douglas, La Pointe, Chippewa, Marathon
and Oconto not having been surveyed. Both existing and proposed railroads are depicted along with numerous towns and villages. Published by Morse & Gaston
at 115 and 117 Nassau St., New York. Folds into red embossed cloth covers with gilt title on front cover. There are numerous separations along the folds and
stains where the separations occur, along with some toning where the map was glued to the back cover. Covers are very good with minor wear. (B)
$200-250
253.
Yellowstone, Wyoming ([Lot of 3] Teton Forest Reserve and Southern Part of Yellowstone Park Forest Reserve Showing Land Classification and Wooded Areas
[and] Yellowstone National Park and Forest Reserve...[and] Yellowstone National Park and Part of Abutting Forest Reserve…), ca. 1898-1900. (PC)
A. Teton Forest Reserve and Southern Part of Yellowstone Park Forest Reserve Showing Land Classification and Wooded Areas, by T.S. Brandegee, dated 1898
(14.4 x 17.5”). This map, showing Jackson Hole and Jackson Lake, was produced just one year after the establishment of the Teton Forest Reserve. A legend at
bottom identifies four different land classifications. Condition: Issued folding with vivid color.
B. Yellowstone National Park and Forest Reserve, by U. S. Geological Survey, circa 1900 (19.4 x 18.5”). 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 are named, along with the Mud Geysers, Mammoth Hot Springs and Old
Faithful Hotel. Condition: Issued folding on a clean sheet.
C. Yellowstone National Park and Part of Abutting Forest Reserve from Maps by the U.S. Geological Survey, by Julius Bien & Co., circa 1900 (19.8 x 18.5”).
Similar map as above with the addition of cabins and ranger stations showed in black and red overprinting. Condition: Issued folding with a binding trim at left.
(A)
$150-200
United States & Mexico
254.
United States & Mexico (Map of the United States and Mexico Including Oregon, Texas and the Californias), Haven, Boston, ca. 1846. 15.3 x 14.3”. (HC) This
rare ornamental map depicts the United States and Mexico during the Mexican-American War. It shows a small New Mexico Territory situated between the new
state of Texas and the disputed area of New California. There is a red line following the Platte, Snake and Columbia Rivers labeled the “Route of Oregon Immigrants.” The map is surrounded by an ornamental border including 30 state seals with two columns of statistical information flanking the map. The last dated
state is 1846 (Iowa). A similar broadside map measuring 15.3 x 10.5” is noted in Wheat (#514), containing a large text panel below the image discussing the Seat
of War. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #513; cf. Wheat (Gold) #26. Issued folding with some light toning along the folds and some fold separations and areas of minor loss
along the folds that have been repaired with archival material on verso. (B)
$1400-1700
255.
Southwestern United States, California and Mexico (Nouveau Mexique), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.8 x 3.9”. (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 third state with
much new nomenclature added on California and Nouvelle Espagne ou Mexique added at lower right. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He
published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed)
pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with attractive color. (A)
$600-700
256.
Southwestern United States & Mexico (Kaart van het Westelyk Gedeelte van Nieuw Mexico en van California...), Tirion, Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas, 1765.
13.6 x 12.8”. (HC) This bold map of Baja California and the American Southwest reflects the explorations of the Jesuits including Father Kino. Place names
in today’s southern Arizona include Casa Grande, the Gila River, and San Xavier de Bac. Along the Pacific are the cities of San Diego, Ensenada, and Cabo San
Lucas. Numerous, oversized islands are shown along both coasts of the Baja Peninsula. Missions are pictorially identified throughout the map and there are two
fortifications in Baja at San Jose del Cabo and Loretto. Ref: Lowery #498; Wagner #608; Wheat [TMW] #148. Original color on watermarked paper with light
color offsetting and a few small spots of foxing. (B+)
$475-600
257.
Southwestern United States & Mexico (Carte de la Californie d’apres les Observations le Plus Exactes, pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages), Prevost,
L’Histoire Generale des Voyages, Amsterdam, 1777. 7.8 x 12.3”. (HC) This is a French version of Venegas’ significant map showing most of the Baja peninsula,
northwest Mexico and what will become the southern portion of Arizona. Originated in 1757, it expands on the exploration of the region by Father Kino. It presents,
in great detail, the Gila River region, the missions and Indian towns of the Pimeria Alta and Baja California. Engraved by A. van Krevelt. Ref: Lowery #591; cf.
Wheat [TMW] #138. A nice impression, issued folding, with wide margins. (A)
$400-500
258.
Southwestern United States & Mexico (Carte du Mexique ou de la Nouvelle Espagne ou l’on Peut Suivre les Mouvemens des Costes), Kitchin, Histoire de
l’Amerique, London, ca. 1778. 15 x 11.2”. (BW) This is a French version of Kitchin’s Mexico or New Spain in which the Motions of Cortes may be traced. It
covers the region from Louisiane to Nouvelle Albion and all of Mexico except the Yucantan peninsula. 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 labeled Grand Espace de Terre inconnue
(Great Space of Land Unknown). An inset shows Mexico City on the large Lake of Mexico. Finely engraved by Benard with a decorative title cartouche and
compass rose. Ref: cf. Wheat (TMW) #172. Issued folding with some faint damp stains confined to the lower blank margin. Professionally remargined at right
with period-correct paper. (A)
$240-300
259.
Southwestern United States & Mexico, Texas (Mexico), Arrowsmith, The London Atlas of Universal Geography, Boston, 1840. 23.6 x 19”. (HC) This is an
attractive representation of the present-day southwestern United States, Texas and Mexico. The Independent Republic of Texas is bound by the Nueces River
rather than the Rio Grande on its southern border. In Upr. or New California, there is an American Fur Co. Depot on the eastern shore of Youta or Gt. Salt L.. In
New Mexico, the Great Spanish Road is shown from the Red River on the Texas boundary to Santa Fe, and then heading south through the length of Mexico. A
large inset depicts central Mexico, centered on Mexico City and showing the important ports of Acapulco, Vera Cruz and Tampico. See lot 261 for this same map
published just two years later with significant changes to the configuration of the Independent Republic of Texas. Original color with a couple of small spots of
foxing in image, light toning along centerfold, and minor offsetting. (B+)
$600-800
260.
Southwestern United States & Mexico, Texas (Carte des Etats-Unis du Mexique), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 15.8 x 21.5”. (HC) An attractive
map that shows the Southwestern United States through Mexico to the Yucatan with an inset of Central America. This map shows the Republic of Texas with
Mexico encompassing the southwest. The Rocky Mountains are well delineated by hachure and incorporate information from Humboldt, Pike, and Long. The
American Southwest reflects cartography that predates Fremont and Smith’s explorations, including two Salt Lakes and the mythical rivers that connect them to
the Pacific. The large blank area to the far west is labeled Partie Inconnue (part unknown). Original outline color on a bright sheet with wide margins and light
toning along sheet edges. (A)
$350-450
261.
Southwestern United States & Mexico, Texas (Mexico), Arrowsmith, The London Atlas of Universal Geography, London, 1842. 23.8 x 18.8”. (HC) This edition
of Arrowsmith’s southwestern United States, Texas and Mexico is dated just two years after lot 259, and now shows the Independent Republic of Texas in a new
configuration. The Republic of Texas is shown in the stovepipe configuration, with the southern border along the Rio Grande (R. Bravo del Norte). The northern
border now follows the 100th parallel to the Arkansas River. In Upr. or New California, there is an American Fur Co. Depot on the eastern shore of Youta or Gt.
Salt L.. In New Mexico, the Great Spanish Road is shown from the Red River on the Texas boundary to Santa Fe, and then heading south through the length of
Mexico. A large inset depicts central Mexico, centered on Mexico City and showing the important ports of Acapulco, Vera Cruz and Tampico. Although the map
is dated 1842, the Texas borders reflect a date circa 1844. Original color with light toning along the centerfold, a few spots of foxing, and a centerfold separation that enters 6” into map at bottom and has been archivally repaired on verso. The right and left margins have been trimmed, but there is still ample room for
framing. (B)
$700-900
262.
Southwestern United States & Mexico (Les Etats-Unis et le Mexique l’Interet Europeen dans l’Amerique du Nord), [1852]. 7.8 x 10.2”. (BW) This French book,
by Hippolyte Du Pasquier de Dommartin, focuses on the US-Mexico border subsequent to the Mexican American War. Du Pasquier de Dommartin wrote the
book to campaign for the need for Europeans to maintain control over the unpopulated areas in northern Sonora and Chihuahua in Mexico, and therefore prevent
the ever-expanding United States from overtaking the area and gaining easy access to California. The book features the map Carte de la Concession des Terres
Obtenues a Chihuahua par Decret du 11 Avril 1850, which depicts southern Arizona and northern Mexico. The map focuses primarily on the region west of the
Rio Grande and south of the Gila River. Indian ruins, towns, abandoned villages and farms, early roads and mule roads are identified with a legend at right. The
topography of the region is indicated by hachures. The map includes an inset of the southern United States and the Gulf of Mexico, with detail of towns, rivers,
shipping routes, and the railway line from New York to Mobile, Alabama. The map is based on the reconnaissances of the author, de Dommartin, as well as the
explorations of General Kearny and Lieutenant Colonel Cooke along the Gila River during the Mexican American War. After taking control over New Mexico,
Kearny and Cooke headed west to blaze a wagon trail to California, battling Mexican military forces along the way. Engraved by L. Bouffard and lithographed
by Lemercier. 88 pp. Quarter calf with marbled paper-covered boards. Map is in good condition with a few damp stains in blank margins and one small one at
center of map. There is light offsetting and an archivally repaired binding tear that enters 2” into map at left. There are also damp stains and light scattered foxing
in text, with some paper weakness and tiny chips along fore-edge. Covers are very worn. (B)
$230-300
263.
Western United States & Mexico, California (Audienca de Guadalajara, Nova Mexico California &c.), Sanson, Die Gantze Erd-Kugel, Paris, [1679]. 9.5 x 8”.
(HC) This map was first published in 1656 and introduced the so-called second Sanson model of California as an island. This depiction shows a small peninsula
(Agubela de Cato) above the island, two bays along the island’s northern coast and two new place names, Tolaago and R. de Estiete. Sanson actually based this on
information from the less well known map by Luke Foxe, but it was this map that influenced many other cartographers throughout the rest of the century. On the
mainland there are new Indian tribes identified in the region of the R. del Norte, which flows southwest from a large inland lake. This example was published in
Johann David Zunners’ very rare German translation of Sanson’s L’Amerique en Plusieurs Cartes. The map was re-engraved for this edition, with only very minor
differences from Sanson’s map of 1657. Ref: Burden #513; McLaughlin #16, state 7. A nice impression on watermarked paper with attractive color. (A)
$1000-1200
264.
Western United States & Mexico ([Lot of 2] Map No. 10 United States [and] L’Ancien et le Nouveau Mexique, avec la Floride et la Basse Louisiane. Partie Occidentale), ca. 1780-1853.
A. Map No. 10. United States, by Daniel Burgess and Co., dated 1853, hand color (9.0 x 10.4”). A very nice map of the West that displays early territorial boundaries. New Mexico Territory is shown with the post-Gadsden Purchase border and the northern extension into today’s Colorado. Oregon and Washington extend
to the Continental Divide and a huge Nebraska occupies the area to the east with a small area east of Utah labeled Kansas. The large Utah Territory extends from
California to the Continental Divide and locates the capital at Fillmore City, and the Great Salt Lake City. Each state/territory is labeled with their population: Utah
11,000, New Mexico 62,000, Oregon 13,000, and California 264,000. Numerous Indian tribes and military forts are identified. Dated 1853, but likely published
in 1854-55. Condition: Nice impression and color with a few brown stains.
B. L’Ancien et le Nouveau Mexique, avec la Floride et la Basse Louisiane. Partie Occidentale, by Rigobert Bonne, circa 1780, black and white (9.3 x 13.8”). This
handsome map covers the region of present day southern California, Arizona, New Mexico, Texas and Mexico. Excellent detail, particularly of the Jesuit missions
in Mexico and the Southwest, and of the numerous Indian tribes. The map locates San Diego, Santa Fe, Taos, Acapulco, Cabo St. Lucas and many towns along the
Sea of Cortez and Baja Peninsula. Six distance scales at lower right. Condition: On watermarked paper with faint offsetting and a few brown spots, one of which
has a tiny pinhole only visible when held to light. (B)
$200-250
265.
Western United States & Mexico (California and Other Western States of the United States), Cassell & Galpin, Cassel’s Complete Atlas, London, [1866]. 12 x
16.8”. (HC) This interesting map of the West shows some early state configurations and also names a Gadsden Territory. Arizona, Nevada, Idaho and Wyoming
are all named, however their borders are not fully defined. In Arizona, Tuscon is also given an alternate spelling of Tueson. Gadsden Ter. is also called Primeria
Alta, and occupies the area south of the Gila River. There is great detail of Indian tribes, topography, towns, forts, and roads, with particularly good detail throughout California. An inset at bottom shows Washington, Oregon and Idaho. This map is based on a similar map published by Weekly Dispatch, but with numerous
updates. Published by Cassell, Petter, and Galpin. A faint horizontal crease and one insignificant spot. (A)
$140-170
266.
California and Baja Mexico (Carte de la Californie Suivant I. la Carte Manuscrite de l’Amerique de Mathieu Neron Pecci...), Robert de Vaugondy, Diderot’s
Encyclopedie (Supplement), Paris, ca. 1772. 15.3 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 maps 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.
Issued folding, now pressed flat, with faint printer’s ink residue. Trimmed close to neatline at left. (A)
$500-650
Latin America & Caribbean
267.
Mexico and Central America (Nova Hispania, Nova Galicia, Guatimala), Gerritsz/De Laet, Nieuwe Wereldt ofte Beschrijvinghe van West-Indien…, ca. 1625. 14.2
x 11.2”. (HC) This fine map is the work of Hessel Gerritsz, one of the most important Dutch cartographers of the 17th century. Most of his work exists only in
manuscript and these maps, published by De Laet, are the only Gerritsz maps available to the collector today. The map includes Mexico through Costa Rica with
considerable detail. The large strapwork cartouche incorporates the title and distance scales and the map is further decorated with a lovely compass rose. Ref:
Shirley (BL Atlases) G.LAET-1a #2. A nice impression on watermarked paper with archival repairs to a 1/2” tear in Pacific and several short marginal tears, only
one of which enters map border at bottom. Very narrow side margins, as issued. (B+)
$400-500
268.
Mexico (Nova Hispania, et Nova Galicia), Jansson, Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, [1638]. 18.9 x 13.7”. (HC) Decorative map of the central and western coastal
regions of Mexico, based on Ortelius. Mexico City is situated on a large lake below the elaborate title cartouche featuring the Royal Spanish Arms. Several gold
and silver mines are located in the central region. A galleon and sea monster ornament the Pacific and armadillos walk across the scale of miles cartouche. This is
a superlative example of Dutch cartography and a great example of the similarity between the work of Jansson and Blaeu. Here Jansson’s plate features a ship and
sea monster with calligraphy in the Pacific, whereas Blaeu’s map lacks the calligraphy and embellished the area with two ships and a compass rose. Latin text on
verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #1:401.3A-87. A dark impression on watermarked paper with old color. There is some printer’s ink residue, a couple of minor
printer’s creases, and a few tiny abrasions. There are a few tears confined to blank margins, far from map. (B+)
$400-500
269.
Acapulco, Mexico (Portus Acapulco), Montanus/Ogilby, America…, London, ca. 1671. 13.8 x 11.4”. (HC) 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. A dark impression and excellent color with wide margins and a few tiny, unobtrusive spots. (A)
$230-275
270.
Central America & Mexico (Iucatana), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.2 x 3.8”. (HC) A handsome small map
of the Yucatan Peninsula, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The map extends to include a portion of Cuba, and is embellished with a moire-pattern
sea and a strapwork title cartouche. French text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #9550:342. A nice impression with attractive
color and light, overall toning. (B+)
$140-180
271.
Central America & Northern South America (Novae Hispaniae, Chili, Peruviae, et Guatimalae Littorae), Wit, Orbis Maritimus ofte Zee Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1675.
22 x 19.2”. (HC) This handsome sea chart focuses on Central America and the Pacific coast of South America extending to include northern Chili. It also includes
part of the Caribbean with the Yucatan, Jamaica, the Caymans and parts of Cuba and Hispaniola. The magnificent title cartouche is filled with allegorical figures
and the chart is embellished with rhumb lines, a fleet of galleons and two compass roses. Lovely original color on watermarked paper with some offsetting and
two small cracks caused by the oxidation of the green pigment that have been closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
$750-900
272.
Central America (Part of the Provinces of Costa-Rica and Nicaragua with the Lagunas), Jefferys/Sayer, The West India Atlas, London, 1775. 24.8 x 18.5”. (BW)
This impressive large-scale map covers the area from San Miguel (El Salvador) south to Quepos in Costa Rica. Detail is primarily confined to the coastline with
bays, lakes, river entrances and place names depicted. Several volcanoes are also identified. The map is adorned with a compass rose, long rhumb lines, and
several sailing ships in Lake Nicaragua. Published four years after Jeffrey’s death by Robert Sayer in the West India Atlas. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) M.JEF-4a
#20. Nice impression on watermarked paper with light toning, an archivally repaired edge tear at bottom that just touches the neatline, and a centerfold separation
in bottom blank margin that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$400-500
273.
Panama (Map of the Republic of Panama), ca. 1920. 39.8 x 20.7”. (PC) This large, colorful map is strongly engraved and graphically pleasing. It shows all of
Panama and the Canal Zone as well as portions of Costa Rica and Columbia. Published by I.L. Maduro Jr. Folds into thin, stiff green pictorial wrappers with the
same title. Issued folding with light color offsetting, several ink and pencil notations in the image, and a few short splits at fold intersections. A fold separation
near title appears to have been closed on recto with cello tape. (B)
$90-120
274.
Caribbean and Mexico (Culiacanae, Americae Regionis, Descriptio [on sheet with] Hispaniolae, Cubae, Aliarumque Insularum Circumiacientium, Delineatio),
Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1579. 19.7 x 14”. (HC) Two great early maps of important regions in the New World are combined into this interesting composition. 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, the Bahamas, 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 Guttierez and Alonso De Santa Cruz. Three
strapwork cartouches and sailing ships decorate the map. French text on verso with page number 7, published in 1587. Ref: Van den Broecke #14. Attractive old
color on watermarked paper with original margins and a few small spots and faint stains. (B+)
$950-1100
275.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Insulae Americanae in Oceano Septentrionali, cum Terris Adiacentibus), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 14.4 x 11.3”. (HC) This is the first state of this outstanding map of the West Indies that also incorporates the eastern coast of North America from
the Chesapeake Bay through the Gulf of Mexico, Central America and the northern coast of South America. The cartography is based on Hessel Gerritsz’ chart of
1631 and Blaeu’s map of 1634. The scenic title cartouche fills the North American continent and an equally graphic scale of miles cartouche fills the interior of
South America, each surrounded by Native Americans and European merchants. The seas are embellished with rhumb lines, ships and compass roses. A nice
impression with attractive color, minor soiling, and two long vertical printer’s creases. (B+)
$800-950
276.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (A Map of the West-Indies &c. Mexico or New Spain. Also ye Trade Winds, and ye Several Tracts Made by ye Galeons and Flota
from Place to Place), Moll, Salmon’s Modern History, London, ca. 1740. 10.4 x 7.8”. (BW) Terrific copper engraved map covering the southern part of the United
States, Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and northern South America. Florida is shown as a stubby peninsula and the Gulf Coast cartography is still a bit
confused. Locates Charlestown in the huge Carolina which includes Georgia. The map is filled with fascinating notations concerning the movements of Spain’s
wealthy galleons. Their route took them into British waters off the coast of Florida and Carolina. The seas are fully engraved with the directions of trade winds
added. Simple rectangular title cartouche. Ref: cf. Manasek #69. A slightly uneven impression with toning along the narrow top margin, extending into the border
of the map. Issued folding. (B)
$250-325
277.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (An Accurate Map of the West Indies. Drawn from the Best Authorities, Assisted by the Most Approved Modern Maps and Charts,
and Regulated by Astronomical Observations), Bowen, A Complete System of Geography, London, [1744]. 16.6 x 13.7”. (HC) This handsome map covers the
southeastern United States, eastern Mexico, Central America, the West Indies, and the northern part of South America. It is derived from Popple’s important
map of the region. The British colonies in North America are confined east of the Appalachians with France in control of Louisiana. Many early forts and Indian
tribal territories are located. There are several interesting notations concerning the history of the region, such as a notation concerning the southern boundary of
the Province of Carolina, “so that Fort St. Augustin as well as Georgia falls within these limits.” Trade winds and sea routes are marked throughout, including
the course of the Spanish gold fleet from Old Spain and the return trip from Cartagena and Vera Cruz. The title cartouche is adorned with Native Americans and
an incongruous lion (likely representing the British colonies). Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1682; McCorkle (18th C. Geography Books) #17-38. Issued folding, now
pressed, with good margins and a hint of soiling along folds. (A)
$400-500
278.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Nuova e Corretta Carta dell’ Indie Occidentali Cavata Dalle Migliori Autorita), Rossi, Livorno, ca. 1763. 13.8 x 10.8”. (HC)
This attractive and uncommon Italian map of the West Indies covers the region from the Carolinas south to the Oronoco River in South America. There is good
detail of the islands and coastlines, with the southern tip of Florida being depicted as a series of islands. A key in the Pacific Ocean identifies which islands in the
Caribbean are owned by the English, French, Dutch, Spanish, Danish and which are “neutral” islands. There is a centerfold separation at top that enters 0.5” into
the image closed on verso with archival tape and some faint scattered foxing in the image. (B+)
$200-250
279.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Les Isles Antilles, et le Golfe du Mexique), Bonne/Raynal, Raynal’s Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre, Paris,
ca. 1780. 12.8 x 8.4”. (HC) A beautiful and strongly engraved chart of the Caribbean also features good detail of Central America. It includes the Gulf Coast and
Florida; St. Augustine, Pensacola and New Orleans are named. Some navigation routes, trade winds, rocks, and shoals are identified. At upper right is an inset of
Bermuda. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1705. A crisp impression with a few minor spots confined to the blank margins. (A)
$160-200
280.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Carte Geo-Hydrographique du Golfe du Mexique et de Ses Isles...), Rizzi-Zannoni, Venice, ca. 1780. 17.6 x 12.3”. (HC) Finely
engraved map covering the U.S. and Mexican coastlines, Central America, northern South America, and all of the major islands of the West Indies, also naming
some very small ones. The map is filled with great coastal detail and many place names. Southern Florida here is broken into an archipelago. This lovely chart is
adorned with a garland style title cartouche, a fleur-de-lys, and rhumb lines. Light stains and faint spots in the image with a few damp stains and minute wormholes confined to the blank margins. (B)
$240-300
281.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Map of the European Settlements in Mexico or New Spain and the West Indies), Kitchin, Robertson’s History of America, London,
1783. 20 x 12.3”. (HC) This detailed and expansive map covers all of the southern United States north to the Carolinas and Cape Henry. The map continues west
through the region labeled Great Space of Land unknown to the southern tip of Baja California. All of the Caribbean is shown, naming the Great Antilles, Cuba,
and the Bahamas, with the Windward and Leeward together identified as the Caribbe Is. It is filled with place names, rivers and Indian tribes. Decorated with a
delicate title cartouche. Issued folding and now flattened with offsetting. Remargined at left with old paper to better accommodate framing. (B)
$250-325
282.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (West Indies), ca. 1800. 15.9 x 9.8”. (HC) Interesting map of the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean that covers the southernmost area
of the United States, Mexico, Central America, the West Indies, and the northern coast of South America and shows towns, villages, topography, and watershed.
Florida is divided into West Florida and East Florida, and the visible portion of Texas is labeled New Mexico. Within the region, El Paso, San Antonio, and Bexar
are identified. Engraved by Harrison. There is a 0.5” tear that spans the centerfold in the middle of the map, and a few smaller edge tears that just enter image at
left and right. Slight centerfold separations at the sheet’s top and bottom do not enter the neatline; the upper separation has been closed on verso with nonarchival
tape. (B)
$100-130
283.
Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean (Carte des Antilles du Golfe du Mexique et d’une Partie des Etats Voisins), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 21.5 x 15.7”.
(HC) This crisply engraved map of the Caribbean and the Gulf Coast shows excellent detail of Florida, the Caribbean, Yucatan Peninsula and Central America.
Inland detail is focused primarily on topography and river systems, while the coasts are filled with place names. The map is surrounded by a keyboard-style border.
Original outline color on a bright sheet with wide margins. There is light toning along sheet edges. (A)
$70-90
284.
Gulf of Mexico, Texas (Carta Esferica que Comprehende las Costas del Seno Mexicano Construida de Orden del Rey en el Deposito Hidrografico de Marina),
Direccion de Hidrografia, 1803. 36.6 x 24”. (HC) First published in 1799, this was the earliest chart to name the bays of Galveston and Bernardo (now Matagorda)
in Texas. Streeter writes that this map is one of six maps “especially desirable for a Texas collection” as this map “represents a real advance” in the charting of
“the Texas coast line and the lower courses of its rivers.” As such, it became the prototype for maps of the Gulf for many years and was even used by Humboldt
in creating his Carte Generale du Royaume de la Nouvelle Espagne, another highly regarded map.
This map was the first chart of the Texas coast based on actual soundings and exploration. The exploration was conducted by Jose Antonio de Evia in 1785-86,
who named Galveston Bay after his patron, Bernardo de Galvez, the interim governor of Spanish Louisiana. Evia explored the coasts of Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Texas and Mexico, ending in Tampico. The chart extends from Florida to the Yucatan peninsula, and includes parts of Cuba and the Bahamas.
One of the key features is the depiction of six of the seven important rivers in Texas, with the Brazos River oddly missing. The map depicts the lower courses of
the Sabine, Trinity (Archisas), Colorado, Guadalupe (San Marcos), Nueces, and Rio Grande.
A key below the title includes a lettered guide to the composition of the Gulf floor as indicated on the map, and lists the symbols that correspond to the astronomical
observations of longitude and latitude. The seal of the Deposito Hidrografico is at bottom left with the price Precio 18 rs vn just below. The map was engraved
by Felipe Bauza and Fernando Selma, whose imprints appear below the neatline at bottom right and left. This is the second state with additional astronomical
observations updated through 1803. This map is extremely rare - we only know of one other example (1799 edition) that has gone up for sale in the last 30 years.
Ref: Streeter (Part III) p. xv and #1029A; Martin & Martin, p. 105. Old color with minor soiling and a few faint stains. There is an extraneous crease adjacent to
the centerfold and a printer’s crease at top (to the right of the title) that has been archivally reinforced on verso. There are a few spots of foxing and light toning
along the centerfold, which has also been archivally reinforced on verso. The right margin is very narrow at bottom. (B+)
$8000-12000
285.
Gulf of Mexico, Republic of Texas (Carta de las Costas de la Escambia, Alabama y Bocas del Rio Misisipi, la Luisiana, Tejas, con la Provincia del Nuevo Santander en el Golfo de Mejico), Direccion de Hidrografia, 1846. 38.2 x 24.6”. (BW) This splendid chart depicts the Gulf Coast from the San Fernando River in
Mexico to Port St. Joe and Cape San Blas in Florida. The coast of the Republica de Tejas is featured, with Galveston and Corpus Christi named. This is one of the
last Spanish Admiralty charts to show Texas as separate from the Union. There is also very good detail of the mouth of the Mississippi River, with New Orleans
and several small towns located along the river. The coastline is filled with depth soundings, rocks, shoals, and navigational notes. A legend at top right identifies
the types of ground cover in the water throughout the gulf. Lighthouses are marked with red dots. Drawn by John Carrafa based on the most recent astronomical
observations and engraved by M. Moreno. The seal of the Direccion de Hidrografia appears at bottom right. Mounted on old linen. A nice impression with small
scattered spots, a few minor pencil and ink marks, and some small abrasions in top border. There is heavy soiling at far left. (B)
$6000-7500
286.
Caribbean (Les Isles Antilles Entre Lesquelles sont les Lucayes et les Caribes), Sanson, L’Amerique en Plusieurs Cartes…, Paris, ca. 1683. 12.1 x 8.3”. (HC)
Attractive map covering the southern tip of Florida and all of the Caribbean islands. There is good detail, especially on Cuba and Hispaniola, which display numerous place names and mountains in profile. Engraved by Antoine de Winter. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON II F. A fine impression and attractive color with light,
overall toning. (B+)
$350-425
287.
Bahamas (I. de Guanahani ou de St. Salvador), Mallet, Description de l’Univers, Paris, ca. 1683. 3.9 x 5.6”. (HC) This charming view shows the island of
Guanahani, possibly where Christopher Columbus first stepped on American soil in October 1492. A settlement can be seen on the island, complete with various
structures, people, palm trees, and a couple flags. In the Atlantic several ships and smaller vessels surround the island. The title appears in a banner-style cartouche
in the sky, as is common with Mallet’s work. Marginal soiling and a few tiny chips in blank margins, far from image. (A) $95-130
288.
Cuba & Jamaica (Cuba et Iamaica), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.2 x 3.9”. (HC) Charming miniature map
of the islands of Cuba and Jamaica with a strapwork title cartouche. The map extends to include parts of Nicaragua and Haiti. French text on verso. Ref: King
(2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #9610:342; Cueto #18. A nice impression with attractive color and light, overall toning. (B+)
$350-425
289.
Cuba (Plan der Insul Cuba... [on sheet with] Plan der Stadt u Hafens Havana [and] Prospect der Stadt Havana…), Raspe, Schauplatz des Gegenwaertigen Kriegs,
Nuremberg, ca. 1764. 14.3 x 8.6”. (HC) This interesting sheet highlights Cuba and the important port city of Havana shortly after the end of the Seven Years’
War. Historically under Spanish rule, Havana was overtaken by the British in 1762, but was surrendered less than a year later in the Peace of Paris, in which the
British received Florida in exchange for Cuba. This sheet contains a map of Cuba and both a plan and view of Havana, which had become the third largest city
in the Americas. The detailed bird’s-eye plan of Havana includes a numbered key identifying 9 locations. Maps by Raspe are uncommon and rarely found on the
market. Original color on watermarked paper with light printer’s ink residue and marginal soiling. (A)
$350-450
290.
Cuba (Island of Cuba), Thomson, New General Atlas, Edinburgh, ca. 1816. 23 x 9”. (HC) This attractive map of Cuba also shows the Great Bahama Bank and
the Bahama Channel. Depicts Havana, principal harbors, points, shoals, and topography through hachure. Decorated by a simple compass rose and distance scale
in British miles. There is some soiling, offsetting and a short centerfold separation at bottom. Remargined at top with neatline skillfully replaced in facsimile.
(B)
$160-200
291.
Cuba (Ile de Cuba), Vandermaelen, Atlas Universel, ca. 1825. 21.3 x 18.2”. (HC) This fine, large-scale map covers central Cuba from just west of Havana to
east of Bayama and includes the Caymans and most of Jamaica. It provides minute detail of the topography, towns and villages, roads and coastal features. The
inset text block describes the island’s climate, soil, topography, produce, economy, government and religion. This map is from the Atlas Universel, the first atlas
to present all the maps on the same scale (1: 1,641,836), with each map covering an area of approximately 20 degrees of longitude (from Paris) and 6 degrees of
latitude. The atlas was also the first lithographic atlas ever published. There was only one edition, published in 1825-27, and the subscription list shows that 810
copies were sold. A good impression with original outline color and wide, original margins. There are a couple of faint spots in the text but the map is overall
near fine. (A)
$240-300
292.
Cuba ([Lot of 3 - Cuba]), Lemercier, Paris, ca. 1870. (HC) This lot of three maps by Joseph Lemercier features different views of the island of Cuba with place
names in Italian including:
A. [Untitled] (7.3 x 10.3”). Shows the island in an almost pictorial manner, identifying farmland, mountains, forests and towns. East is oriented at top.
B. [Untitled] (9.4 x 13.5”). Includes three maps on one sheet, all of which show the entire island and emphasize the rugged terrain along the coastline and inland.
Settlements are identified along the coast.
C. [Untitled] (14.4 x 8.3”). Two maps on one sheet. The top portion of the sheet shows the coastline around Havana and Havana Harbor along the northern coast
of the island. A few soundings and an anchorage in the harbor are noted. The bottom portion of the sheet shows the entire island with major settlements noted.
Attractive color with some small spots in the image. The second map has an extended right margin and is backed with tissue. (B+)
$120-150
293.
Jamaica, Bermuda (La Jamaique aux Anglois dans le Golfe du Mexique [on sheet with] La Bermude aux Anglois), Crepy, Atlas Nouveau Portatif, 1767. 10.7 x
7.9”. (HC) This is a reissued map that was originally published by George Le Rouge in 1746. The sheet contains two maps, Jamaica above Bermuda. Jamaica
is engraved to show the plantations, denoting those growing sugar, cotton, cacao, and indigo. The map of Bermuda includes an interesting cartographic error
resulting from the copying John Speed’s map of 1627. In that map, Bermuda was superimposed over a map of the coastline of New England and Virginia to show
the relative position of Bermuda. Here, the coastlines of North America are gone, but the small depiction of an additional Bermuda remains, which appears on
this map as a small offshore island named Bermudos. Ref: MCC-19 #39. On watermarked paper with faint toning along the centerfold and scattered light foxing,
mostly confined to the blank margins. There is a piece of masking tape running across the top blank margin on verso. (B)
$200-240
294.
Jamaica (Geographical, Statistical, and Historical Map of Jamaica), Carey & Lea, A Complete Historical, Chronological, and Geographical American Atlas,
Philadelphia, ca. 1822. 12 x 11.3”. (HC) This map of Jamaica is divided into the counties of Cornwall, Middlesex, and Surry and depicts the mountainous terrain,
coastal towns, and major roads on the island. The map is surrounded by panels of English text with statistical and historical information on each of the islands.
The full sheet is titled Geographical, Statistical, and Historical Map of Jamaica, and measures 20.7 x 16.8”. Drawn by J. Finlayson and engraved by P.E. Hamm.
Nice impression on a sturdy sheet with original color and only a couple of faint spots in the image. A 1/4” tear at top has been closed on verso with archival tape.
(A)
$200-275
295.
Hispaniola (Hispaniola Insula), Wytfliet, Descriptionis Ptolemaicae Augmentum, Louvain, ca. 1597. 11.4 x 9”. (BW) 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 Hispaniola with a small part of eastern Cuba.
The map provides a fairly accurate depiction of the island with the locations of early colonial settlements and Indian villages. P. Nativitat on the north coast of
present-day Haiti is where Columbus built his first settlement in 1492. The handsome map is embellished with a large strapwork title cartouche and a fully engraved
moiré-patterned sea. There are several small abrasions along the centerfold, faint offsetting, and a small centerfold separation at bottom confined to the blank
margin. (B+)
$450-550
296.
Puerto Rico (Isla de Puerto Rico), Coello y Quesada, Atlas de Espana y sus Posesiones de Ultramar, Madrid, 1851. 40.4 x 29.2”. (HC) Francisco Coello de
Portugal y Quesada (1822-1898) was a Spanish cartographer and military professional who authored an atlas of Spanish possessions overseas, published in Madrid
between 1848 and 1869. The atlas was created as an accompaniment to the Diccionario Geografico Estadistico Historico by Pascual Madoz. Although 65 maps
were originally planned, only 45 maps were eventually completed. Each map was issued in folded form with pocket map covers. Coello studied at the Academia
de Ingenieros de Guadalajara (Academy of Engineering in Guadalajara) and was assigned as Lieutenant Colonel of the Spanish Corps of Engineers and stationed in
Algeria in 1844. Coello founded the Sociedad Geografica de Madrid (Geographical Society of Madrid) in 1876, which later became the Real Sociedad Geografica
de Espana (Royal Geographical Society of Spain).
This map of Puerto Rico is sheet 41 from the Atlas de Espana, and contains ten maps and text on one large sheet. One of the central maps on the sheet shows the
entire island of Puerto Rico, with great detail of the interior topography of the land, towns, roads, and rivers. Another map focuses on the capital, San Juan, with a
bird’s-eye plan of the town and numerous depth soundings. At bottom center is a map showing the relative size of Puerto Rico and its distance from neighboring
islands, including Hispaniola and the US Virgin Islands. Additional maps depict various ports around the island, with great detail of soundings, topography, roads,
and towns. The text gives historical, contextual, and statistical information on Puerto Rico. Issued folding with paper boards, with the atlas title and a coat of arms
printed on the front cover and details about the atlas on the back cover. Ref: Phillips (Atlases) #3137. The map is in good condition with original outline color,
light toning along folds, a hint of offsetting, and mild, scattered foxing. There is one archivally repaired fold separation that enters 1” into text at right. The covers
are heavily foxed and soiled. (B)
$1400-1800
297.
Lesser Antilles (Caraibische Inseln), Kuffner, Geschichte der Mission der Evangelischen Bruder auf den Caraibischen…, Nuremberg, [1777]. 13.8 x 12.1”. (HC)
This scarce map was published in the second part of Oldendorp’s “Geschichte der Mission der Evangelischen Brueder auf den Caraibischen Inseln St. Thomas,
St. Croix, St. Jan…” or a History of the Evangelical Brethren on the Caribbean Islands of St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John. The book is considered the first
published work detailing the history, resources and social conditions in the Danish West Indies, today’s Virgin Islands. The map details the islands from most of
Hispaniola through Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands and down the Windward and Leeward Islands to include Trinidad and Tobago. The map is embellished with a
compass rose and scroll-style title cartouche. Engraved by Kuffner in Nuremberg. Issued folding, now pressed, on watermarked paper with one tiny hole at a
fold intersection that has been professionally repaired. An excellent impression with a few small spots in image and a professionally repaired chip at bottom left
that does not affect image. (B+)
$325-400
298.
Leeward Islands (Map of the Leeward Islands; Comprising Antigua, Montserrat, Barbuda, St. Christopher, Nevis, Anguilla, Virgin Islands & Dominica...), Arrowsmith, The London Atlas of Universal Geography, London, 1839. 23.9 x 18.4”. (HC) A precisely engraved map of the Leeward Islands extending from the
eastern half of Puerto Rico to Dominica. The colonial interests are named for each island and keyed to a color legend. There is very fine detail along the coastlines
of the major islands, and a table lists the parishes in Nevis and St. Christopher (St. Kitts). The title continues, “under the Administration of Lieut. Colonel Sir Wm.
M.G. Colebrooke, K.C.H. Compiled principally from documents in the Colonial Office and Admiralty.” Original color with minor soiling and light offsetting.
(B+)
$275-350
299.
St. Martin (De Stadt St. Martin), Montanus, De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.9 x 10.9”. (HC) This dramatic battle view depicts
Admiral Martyn Thytzoon’s 16-ship Dutch West India fleet attacking the Spanish-held Philipsburg, St. Martin in 1629. Legend at right names and keys to eighteen
places on the view. Onshore, a large fortress is ablaze, as is one ship, while many ships fire cannons and a smaller fortress returns fire. Beautifully engraved on
copper with fancy ribbon title cartouche floating above the scene. Watermarked paper with attractive color and original margins. (A)
$275-350
300.
St. Kitts (Particularitez Curieuses de l’Ile de St. Christophle et de la Province de Bemarin dans les Antilles), Chatelain, Atlas Historique Tom. VI No. 36, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 18.9 x 14.7”. (HC) 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 shows a variety of native fauna. A fine
impression with attractive color on watermarked paper. There are two short tears that just enter neatline that have been professionally repaired. (A)
$220-250
301.
St. Kitts (The Island of St. Christophers alias St. Kitts), Moll, Atlas Minor, London, 1729. 10.7 x 7.9”. (HC) Handsome map of this Leeward island with detail of
cities, towns, roads, forts and plantations. A small cartouche at bottom left gives a brief description and history of the island. Title in block style cartouche with a
nice compass rose and rhumb lines. This example was published in Dublin by George Grierson, circa 1733. Ref: Tooley (MCC-81) St. Kitts #21. Issued folding,
now pressed, on watermarked paper with light soiling. (B+)
$150-180
302.
St. Kitts (Carte de de l’Isle St. Christophle pour Servir a l’Histoire Genle. des Voyages), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1763. 12 x 7.6”.
(HC) This lovely map of St. Kitts is fully engraved with mountains, rivers, lakes, and towns. The island has twelve quarters and parishes, which are sometimes
indicated by hand coloring, but not on this example. In the center of the island a note on the mountain Mont Misery locates Mines de Souffre. Grande Saline,
Ville de la Basse Terre, forts, churches and more are identified. Decorated with baroque-style title and scale of miles cartouches and a fleur-de-lys. Ref: Tooley
(MCC-81) St. Christopher #34. Issued folding on watermarked paper with light toning along centerfold and two small holes in left blank margin, far from map
image. (B+)
$140-180
303.
St. Kitts & Nevis (An Accurate Map of the Islands of St. Christophers and Nevis in the West Indies), Cary, European Magazine, London, 1782. 15 x 12.3”. (HC)
This interesting map shows the French Fleet offshore from Irish Town and St. George’s Town, present-day Basseterre on St. Kitts. Admiral Hood’s Squadron is
in a defensive position protecting the towns against the French fleet. St. Kitts was contested between the French, Spanish and English numerous times during the
17th and 18th century, due to the prosperous sugar plantations on the island. This map illustrates the siege that followed the Battle of St Kitts, also known as the
Battle of Frigate Bay, during the American Revolutionary War, which eventually resulted in a French victory. The islands were returned to Britain under the Treaty
of Versailles in 1783. The topography of both islands is nicely developed and an abundance of geographical detail is shown. Published in the March 1782 issue
of the European Magazine. Maps from this publication are rarely seen on the market. Jolly lists only eleven maps, this being the first. Ref: Jolly #EUR-1. Issued
folding, now pressed on watermarked paper. A binding trim at right that enters map border less than 1/2” at bottom has been professionally replaced, with part of
neatline and the “t” in “Negro Point” expertly replaced in facsimile. An adjacent 1” tear into image has also been professionally repaired. (B+)
$220-275
304.
Martinique (Carte de l’Isle de la Martinique pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1758. 12
x 7.9”. (HC) Delicately detailed map of the island showing mountains, roads, towns, forts, anchorages, and dozens of place names. Exhibiting fine coastal detail,
the chart locates Sac Marin, Bourg de la Rivieree Pilote, Se. Luce, Fort Royal, Fort S. Pierre, the Pitons du Vauclain, roads, watershed, graphic topography, shoals,
and anchorages. Decorated with a rococo-style cartouche and fleur-de-lys incorporating a distance scale. On watermarked paper with mild offsetting and some
faint soiling. (A)
$70-90
305.
Martinique and Guadeloupe (Isle de la Martinique [on sheet with] Isles de la Guadeloupe, de Marie Galante, de la Desirade, et celles des Saintes), Bonne, Paris,
ca. 1760. 14 x 9.2”. (BW) Attractive sheet with side-by-side maps of Martinique and Guadeloupe showing topography, towns, coastal detail and many of the
tiny islands surrounding Guadeloupe. Engraved by Andre. Watermarked paper with light toning along centerfold and one small worm hole along centerfold just
above neatline at top. (B+)
$80-95
306.
Martinique (Colonies Francaises Martinique Amerique du Sud), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, ca. 1854. 16.1 x 10.7”. (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. Engraved by Laguillermie. Some small spots. (A)
$100-130
307.
Guadeloupe, Dominica, Martinique (Suite des Isles Antilles 2. Partie), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime..., Paris, ca. 1764. 6.8 x 8.9”. (HC) Strongly engraved map
portraying the islands of Guadeloupe, Marie-Galante, Dominica, and Martinique with good coastal detail. Adorned by a decorative rococo-style title cartouche
with distance scale, rhumb lines, and fleur-de-lys. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1965. On watermarked paper with scattered faint foxing. (B+)
$120-150
308.
Guadeloupe (Carte de l’Isle de la Guadeloupe pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1758. 12.1
x 8.4”. (HC) A very handsome, small map adorned with rhumb lines, fleur-de-lys, and two decorative rococo-style cartouches. Filled with good detail and place
names throughout. Also includes the islands of Mari-Galante, Terre d’Enhaut, and Terre d’Enbas. On clean, bright paper with just a faint amount of off-setting.
(A)
$80-100
309.
Grenada (Carte de l’Isle de la Grenade), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1758. 6 x 8.2”. (HC) Very well described chart of the island
showing administrative subdivisions (Paroisee du Grand Marquis, etc.), villages, churches, watershed, and some relief. Many features are named along the coastline. The rococo-style title cartouche incorporates a distance scale. At lower left “Tom XV in 4o. No. 14” and lower right “Tome 15 in 8o. Page 446.” Ref: Tooley
(MCC-62) Grenada #6; Sellers & Van Ee #2098. On a full sheet of watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$110-140
310.
Antigua (Insula Antegoa ad Fidem Prototypi Londinensis Designata et Excusa), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, ca. 1759. 11.1 x 10.3”. (HC) This map was copied
from the work of Herman Moll in 1729. It is meticulously detailed with a compass rose, soundings, anchorages, navigational hazards, roads, churches, landowners’
names, windmills, forts, and sugar plantations. This small map was trimmed from a folio map that featured five maps of the region. Ref: Sellers & Van Ee #1723.
Remargined on all four sides with a portion of the border in facsimile and a few very faint spots. (B)
$100-130
311.
St. Lucia (Plan of St. Lucia, in the West Indies Shewing the Positions of the English & French Forces with the Attacks Made at Its Reduction in Decr. 1778),
Bowen, Gentleman’s Magazine, London, [1779]. 10 x 7.4”. (HC) This is the first printed plan of the battle between the English and French forces in St. Lucia
during the Revolutionary War. This superb representation illustrates the various attacks and counter attacks in December 1778 between General Meadows and
Count d’Estaigne. From the April 1779 edition of The Gentleman’s Magazine. Ref: Jolly #GENT-266; Nebenzahl (REV) #148; Sellers & Van Ee #2073. Issued
folding on bright paper. (A)
$120-150
312.
Bequia, the Grenadines (Bequia ou Becouya, la Plus Septentrionale des Granadilles), Le Rouge, Paris, ca. 1779. 17.8 x 12.4”. (HC) This is the uncommon French
version of Thomas Jefferys’ map showing the survey of 1763, which was undertaken when the island was granted to the British in the Treaty of Paris. Bequia is
the northernmost and largest island in the Grenadines. The map shows a few buildings, fortifications, roads and harbors, which were built by French who settled
the island in the early 1700s. The isolated island was also a favorite base for several infamous pirates including Captain Edward Teach, Sir Francis Drake, and
Henry Morgan. In the 18th century Admiralty Bay was the safest natural harbor in the Eastern Caribbean in which to seek refuge from hurricanes. The island is
now a favorite yachting destination. A nice impression on watermarked paper with some minor soil in the wide blank margins. (A)
$400-475
313.
Dominica (Map of the Island of Dominica for the History of the West Indies), Edwards, The History, Civil and Commercial, of the British Colonies in. the West
Indies, London, 1794. 7.2 x 9.3”. (HC) This striking map of Dominica was made by Bryan Edwards, a Jamaican planter and politician, for his 1793 publication describing the West Indies. The island is divided into ten parishes, and several rivers, bays, and cities are identified. Little is shown inland aside from some
topographical detail. Issued folding with faint offsetting. (A)
$140-170
314.
Trinidad & Tobago (Charte von den Inseln Trinidad, Tabago und Margaretha, dem Busen von Paria, und Einem Theile von Cumana), Weimar Geographisches
Institut, Weimar, 1822. 15.9 x 8.8”. (HC) This interesting chart covers from the Margarita Island off the coast of Venezuela to Tobago. It includes part of the of
the Venezuelan coastline and provides a surprising amount of detailed information. The map is colored to show the colonial possessions; Trinidad and Tobago are
British, with the remainder being Spanish. Since it was first sighted by Columbus in 1498, Tobago experienced a tumultuous history, changing hands over 30 times
between the Dutch, English, Spanish, Swedish and French. The British were ceded Tobago from France in the Treaty of Paris in 1814; however after the sugar
industry collapsed in the mid-nineteenth century, the British relinquished their control over Tobago and it became a ward of Trinidad in 1889. Issued folding
with light toning and offsetting. (B+)
$300-375
315.
Anegada (Anegada, with Its Reefs), Schomburgk, Journal of the Royal Geographical Society, Leipzig, 1832. 9.3 x 7.3”. (HC) This early chart of the island of
Anegada by the German-born naturalist and explorer Sir R.H. Schomburgk captures the waters around the island in great detail, with various shoals, bays, channels,
and other marine features identified in the Caribbean. Inland, notations indicate Settlements, Highest land, and Heaps of Conch Shells, among other interesting
markers. An inset in the bottom left corner zooms out to show Anegada with a majority of the Virgin Islands. Engraved by J. & C. Walker. Issued folding, now
pressed flat, with some short tears along the edges and a fold separation in a blank region of the Caribbean that have been repaired with archival tape and old paper
on verso. There is also light offsetting, a dim damp stain that barely enters the neatline at top-left, and some imprints in the paper, as if someone had been writing
on a sheet with the map underneath. (B)
$120-150
316.
St. Croix (St. Croix), Missions-Atlas der Bruder-Unitat, ca. 1860. 9.7 x 7.6”. (PC) Attractive map of St. Croix in the Virgin Islands by Levin Theodor Reichel, a
historian who wrote about the Moravian sect of the Protestant Church. Along with towns, bays, mountains, and other features of the region, three mission stations
are identified, as are the districts and schoolhouses of the island. Engraved by Leopold Kraatz. There are several small faint spots within the image. (B+)
$100-130
317.
South America (Americae Pars Magis Cognita), Bry, Grand Voyages, Frankfurt, 1592. 17.4 x 14.3”. (HC) Focusing on the Spanish possessions in the Americas,
this map covers what is the present-day southern United States through South America. It was published to accompany the accounts of the voyages of Johann van
Stadden and Jean de Lery. The cartography is drawn from de Bry’s own map of Florida and the West Indies after Jacques le Moyne. However, there is no easily
discernible source for the South American cartography, with its southern regions shown too broad, but not quite bulging as with the Ortelius version. De Bry’s
extraordinary engraving skill and artful style are very evident with the large elaborate cartouches, coats of arms, two compass roses, sea monster, Spanish galleon
and intricate border. Ref: Burden #80; Garratt (TMC-9) #G-3. Issued folding with a 3/8” hole at the fold intersection at bottom center and a few adjacent tiny tears
that have all been professionally repaired. There are several printer’s creases at bottom and two spots just below the equator -- in Brazil and off the coast of Peru.
Two tiny worm holes in image have been professionally infilled. Trimmed close the neatline at right, apparently as issued, and trimmed to the neatline at bottom
left. Remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B)
$4000-5000
318.
South America (Tabula qua Hydrophylacium Andium Exhibetur, quo Universa America Australis Innumeris Fluviis Lacubusqe Irrigatur), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse
Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682]. 8 x 13.5”. (HC) Very unusual map of South America from one of the first compilations of semi-scientific knowledge about the
physical features of the world. The map is totally devoid of political detail with only a few regional names. Instead the map features the principal rivers, lakes,
mountains and volcanoes. The mythical Lake Parime is here mistakenly linked to Lake Titicaca (Parime lacus, alias Titicacca). Paraquay is oddly depicted south
of the Rio de la Plata (R. Della Plata), and a huge crater lake, more closely located to Lake Titicaca, is situated just above the Tropic of Capricorn. The Andes are
shown as a chain of live volcanoes. The map is embellished with a large title cartouche at bottom. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean
World by Johann Waesberger. Marginal soiling. (A)
$400-500
319.
South America (L’Amerique Meridionale Dressee sur les Observations de Mrs. De l’Academie Royale des Sciences...), Delisle/Schenk, Amsterdam, 1708. 23.3
x 17.8”. (HC) This large copper engraved map shows the continent with good detail and has interesting notations concerning the explorations of the interior. The
tracks of several voyages are shown in the Pacific. The mythical Lac des Xarayes appears in the center of the continent. The large decorative title cartouche is
flanked by natives. The map is based on the work of Guillaume Delisle, who is credited in the title cartouche. A dark impression with light soiling and professionally repaired centerfold separations at top and bottom. (B+)
$375-425
320.
South America (Descripcion de las Yndias de Mediodia), Herrera y Tordesillas, Historia General de los Hechos de los Castellanos…, ca. 1726. 9.2 x 8.4”. (BW)
Antonio de Herrera Y Tordelisllas was the official historian of Spain and the Indies. He compiled a history of the Spanish conquests and early explorations in the
Americas, which included this simply engraved map of the continent. His work (Historia general de los hechos de los Castellanos) was originally published in 1601
with several editions and translations thereafter, all of which are scarce. This map is from an early 18th century edition published by Nicolas Rodriguez. This rare
map is largely derived from the manuscript charts of Juan Lopez de Velasco. The continent is dominated by the huge R. de los Amazona and R. de la Plato and
the western mountain range. The Papal Line of Demarcation (Meridiano de la de Marcacion), which divided the non-Christian world between Spain and Portugal,
divides the continent between Portugal’s tiny Brazil with the rest (Peru) belonging to Spain. A nice impression on watermarked paper with generous margins.
There are a few small worm holes along the centerfold that have been archivally repaired. (B+)
$500-650
321.
South America (Carta Geografica della America Meridionale), Albrizzi, Atlante Novissimo…, Venice, ca. 1740. 16.9 x 13”. (HC) Beautifully engraved, Italian
edition of Delisle’s map of South America, extending from Nicaragua to Tierra del Fuego. Place names in South America are focused primarily along the coasts
and along the Amazon and Parana Rivers. Two mythical lakes still appear: Lago Cassipa Dorada (a smaller version of the more-commonly known Lac de Parime)
with the fabled city of Manoa to the southeast, and Lago des Xarayes in the center of the continent. Central Brazil is left blank except for a note explaining that
the Brazilians claim that the S. Francesco and Real Rivers run for a long time together and connect with the Rio della Plata (Parana River). The south Pacific is
also depicted with the routes of various explorers shown, including Magellan, le Maire, Olivier van Noort, and Mendana, with a portion of the Salomon Islands
depicted. The large pictorial title cartouche features a mounted female surveying galleons in the distance and a hunter attempting to spear an alligator. Ref: Mickwitz
& Miekkavaara #64-43. A nice impression on watermarked paper with original margins. There is minor offsetting, a small abrasion on the head of the mounted
figure in the title cartouche, and a bit of soiling at bottom right. (B+)
$350-450
322.
South America ([Lot of 2] Carte Generale de l’Amerique Meridionale [and] Carte du Bresil), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 15.8 x 21.8”. (HC) This
matched pair of maps focus on the extensive river systems and topography within South America. Political boundaries, key cities, and roads are shown as well.
Both maps are delicately engraved and surrounded by keyboard-style borders. Original outline color with wide margins, light soiling, and toning along edges of
sheets. (B+)
$180-230
323.
Northern South America & Caribbean (Residuum Continentis cum Adiacentibus Insulis), Wytfliet, Descriptionis Ptolemaicae Augmentum…, Louvain, ca. 1597.
11.5 x 9”. (HC) This map of the southern Caribbean islands and the coastline of Venezuela appeared in Wytfliet’s Descriptionis Ptolemaicae Augmentum…, which
is considered the earliest atlas to focus on the Americas. Wytfliet’s work was referred to as a continuation of Ptolemy, despite the fact that there was no connection
with Ptolemy except for his name on the title page. Wytfliet compiled his atlas using multiple published sources, including Ramusio, Hakluyt and De Bry. This
map depicts coastal towns, rivers and the mountainous topography of Venezuela, and is adorned with a strapwork cartouche and a moiré-patterned sea. Ref: Phillips
(Atlases) #1140 & #3644-8; Nordenskiold #307-8. A dark impression on watermarked paper with some printer’s ink residue, a hint of toning, a crease adjacent to
centerfold, and a minor abrasion in an unengraved area of South America. (B+)
$600-750
324.
Northern South America (Carte de la Terre Ferme du Perou, du Bresil et du Pays des Amazones...), Delisle/Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1730. 22.6 x 19.8”.
(HC) This handsome and important map of the northern part of South America is based upon Delisle’s earlier map and is filled with information and notations
speculating about the Indian tribes and the tributaries of the Amazon. The capitaineries are shown along the coast of Brazil. A notation in Guyana notes the mythical
Lac de Parime on which the golden city of Manoa del Dorado was supposed to be located. The central part of the map (Pays des Amazones) is filled with Indian
names. The Inca Way (Grand chemin des Ingas) is shown from Chuquisaca in Peru to Pasto in Colombia. The title cartouche features mythical Amazon warriors,
a pot of gold and King Louis XIV, as the Sun King. Original color with several brown stains in the image and a short centerfold separation at top that is confined
to the blank margin and has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
$400-500
325.
Northern South America & Lesser Antilles (A Map of Terra Firma. Guiana and the Antilles Islands), Moll, Modern History, London, ca. 1745. 10.2 x 7.1”. (BW)
This small map covers all of the West Indies and South America, north of the equator. In Guyana, the large, legendary Prime Lake is noted on the Equator, with
the mythical city of gold, Manoa o el Dorado named on its shores. The tip of Florida is labeled Part of Louisiana and the Great Bahama Bank (Bahama Shoald)
is clearly indicated. Published in London in Thomas Salmon’s Modern History: or the Present State of All Nations. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.SALM-1c #40.
Toned with light offsetting from an opposing text page. (B+)
$120-150
326.
Venezuela (Venezuela cum Parte Australi Novae Andalusiae), Montanus, De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 14.3 x 11.3”. (HC) Beautifully engraved map based the Hondius/Blaeu map of the region, which was in turn based on the cartography of the important Dutch cartographer, Hessel Gerritsz.
The map concentrates the detail along the coastlines with the interior graphically engraved to show mountains, forests and rivers. The superb title cartouche is
surrounded by Neptune, explorers and maidens, and the distance scale cartouche is surrounded by natives and animals. The sea is embellished with a compass
rose, rhumb lines and ships. A nice impression on watermarked paper with light soiling and a printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold. A small chip in bottom right
corner has been professionally repaired, not affecting map. (B+)
$350-450
327.
La Guaira, Venezuela (Port de la Guaira a la Coste de Caraque), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime, Paris, ca. 1764. 6.8 x 8.3”. (HC) A lovely bird’s-eye view of
the important port of La Guaira, which was founded in 1577 as the gateway to Caracas, just southeast of the port. La Guaira was an important Spanish port in the
18th century, and was heavily fortified due to numerous attacks by the English, Dutch and French armadas. The Battle of La Guaira was fought on March 2, 1743
during the War of Jenkins’ Ear. The British were determined to destroy the port in order to weaken the Spanish Navy, but they underestimated the defenses of La
Guaira and were defeated by the Spanish. A fine impression on watermarked paper with light soiling in blank margins. (A) $150-180
328.
Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (Guiana sive Amazonum Regio), Blaeu, Theatre du Monde ou Nouvel Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1643. 19.6 x 14.8”. (HC) Blaeu’s
beautiful map of Guiana covers the coastline from the Isla Margarita in the northwest to the coast of northern Brazil near Sao Luis east of the Amazon delta. At
center lies a large inland sea, Parime Lacus; on its northwestern shore is the fabled city Manoa del Dorado, or the golden city of the Incas. The search for this city
led many explorers, including Sir Walter Raleigh, on wild adventures through the jungles. The map is beautifully decorated with three cartouches, ships engaged
in a sea battle, a sea monster, and a fine compass rose. French text on verso, published between 1643 and 1650. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #9840:2.2. There is
minor toning along the centerfold and faint scattered foxing in the image. (B+)
$300-400
329.
Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (Guiane Divisee en Guiane et Caribane), Sanson, Geographise en Historises Werelt Beschryving, Paris, ca. 1683. 10.8 x 7.9”.
(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. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON II F. A nice impression and attractive color with very light toning. (B+)
$140-170
330.
Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (Carte de l’Isle de Caienne, et de Ses Environs), Bellin/Van Schley, Raynal’s Histoire Philosophique et Politique…, Amsterdam,
1753. 11.3 x 8.6”. (HC) Attractive chart of the coast of French Guyana locating the important fortifications and natural harbor of Cayenne. It is decorated with
a fine title cartouches and a compass rose. Dutch title at bottom: Kaart van het Eiland Cayenne, en Omleggende Plaatzen. Crisp impression on clean paper with
sizable margins and just two small spots of paper weakness. (A)
$140-170
331.
Guyana, Suriname, French Guiana (Carte de la Guiane pour Servir a l’Hist. des Etablissemens Europeens), Krevelt, Raynal’s Atlas Portatif…, Paris, 1773. 12.4 x
9.2”. (HC) Attractive, detailed map of the coast and near-interior of the area showing towns, villages, mountains, and watershed. The map locates several Dutch
forts. Rhumb lines radiate from an attractive compass rose. Based on the cartography of D’Anville. A sharp impression on watermarked paper. (A)
$100-130
332.
Suriname and Guyana (Landkaart van de Volkplantingen Suriname en Berbice), Tirion, Hedendaagsche Historie of Tegenwoordige Staat van Amerika…, [1769].
15.8 x 13.2”. (HC) Handsome and very detailed map of the Dutch colonies of Suriname and Berbice. The plans show the rich plantations, roads and villages.
Inset at top is a large plan of Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname. The chart is oriented with north at bottom by two compass roses. Issued folding, now pressed
with minor offsetting and a few small spots of foxing in the image. (B+)
$220-250
333.
Brazil (Brasilia), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1616]. 5.2 x 3.9”. (HC) Charming miniature map of Brazil with
numerous place names along the coastline. A large spurious Lacus Eupama dominates the interior. Decorative title cartouche. Latin text on verso. This is from
the first edition, with a mis-print of the title above the map (Descriptio Regni Chili). Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #9850:342. A fine
impression with light, overall toning. (B+)
$200-230
334.
Salvador, Brazil (Urbs Salvador), Montanus, De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.8 x 11.3”. (HC) Fine copper engraving of the walled
city of Salvador with ships and boats filling the harbor in the foreground. A lettered key at top left identifies numerous locations. Watermarked paper with very
minor soiling and a crease in bottom right corner. (A)
$300-400
335.
Fort Nassau, Pernambuco, Brazil (Arx Nassovii), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.8 x 11.2”. (HC) This fine copper
engraving depicts the scene of a battle off the coast of Pernambuco on the east coast of Brazil during the Dutch and Portuguese conflict to retain ownership of the
area. Fort Nassau was named after Count Mauritius de Nassau, a German serving the Dutch King who was appointed Governor of the territory. Published by
Jacob van Meurs (1619-1680) in Amsterdam. A nice impression and attractive color on watermarked paper with light offsetting, a few small spots, and minor
soiling. (B+)
$325-400
336.
Natal, Brazil (Fluvius Grandis), Montanus, De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.9 x 11.3”. (HC) This finely engraved view depicts the
heavily armed Fort of the Tres Reis Magos along the Potengi River in today’s Natal. In the foreground, Dutch soldiers oversee natives unloading goods from small
row boats. Attractive color on watermarked paper with a few soft creases and professionally repaired tears confined to top blank margin. (A)
$350-425
337.
Recife, Brazil (Plan de Fernambouc a la Coste de Bresil), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime... Vol. 2 No. 50, Paris, ca. 1764. 6.9 x 8.7”. (HC) This handsome map
shows the area around Recife (Pernambuco), extending north to include Olinda. There are depth soundings, anchorages, and rocks shown, along with several navigational notes. On shore, forts, batteries, and the road between Pernambuco and Olinda are shown. Decorated with a rococo title cartouche. A nice impression
with attractive color and minor soiling in the wide margins. (A)
$90-110
338.
Baia de Todos os Santos, 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. Clean and bright example with one tiny hole that is only visible when
held to light and has been reinforced on verso with old paper. (A)
$200-250
339.
Central South America, Paraguay (Paraguay, o Prov. de Rio de la Plata cum Regionibus Adiacentibus Tucuman et Sta. Cruz de la Sierra), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca.
1640. 19 x 14.8”. (HC) Superb map of the region including the Paraguay River basin and the Peru-Chilean coast with Lake Titicaca. The Rio de la Plata is boldly
shown with many large islands in the broad river. The mythical Lago de los Xarayes is featured on the map, which was believed to connect the Rio de la Plata and
Amazon River systems. Several towns are named including R. Ianeiro, S. Paulo, Buenos Ayres, Corduba, Medoca, Arica, Potosi and Cusco. A large decorative
title cartouche incorporates the distance scales, while a smaller cartouche features an armillary sphere. A fine, large compass rose with fleur-de-lys also adorns the
sheet. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #9900:2A.2. Nice impression and color with wide original margins, a few tiny spots, and several small
worm tracks near the center of the image that have been closed on verso with old paper. (B+)
$350-450
340.
Paraguay (Carte du Paraguay et des Pays Voisins), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1756. 12.2 x 8”. (HC) 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. Watermarked paper with
attractive color and a couple of light spots. (B+)
$75-110
341.
Argentina & Uruguay (Plata Americae Provincia), Wytfliet, Histoire Universelle des Indes Occidentales et Orientales, Louvain, ca. 1598. 11.4 x 9.1”. (HC) This
fascinating map is from the first printed atlas relating exclusively to America. The map provides graphic details of the Rio de la Plata and its tributaries based on
early Spanish explorations in search for the Silver Mountain of the White King and the lost city of Los Cesares. Sebastian Cabot’s ill-fated settlement at S. Espirito
is shown at the confluence of the Carcarana and Parana Rivers and Cabeza de Vaca’s settlement of Assumption (Asuncion) is located on the banks of the Rio Lepeti. The settlement on the R. de Buenos arres, first established in 1536, is not noted on this map as it had been abandoned after Indian attacks in 1539 and 1541.
Watermarked paper with attractive color, light offsetting and creasing along centerfold, and faint damp stains at far right and left. (B+)
$500-650
342.
Peru (Peru), Hondius/Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 19.4 x 14.9”. (HC) Beautifully engraved map based on the cartography of Hessel Gerritsz. The map covers
the Pacific coast of South America from Ecuador as far south as the Atacama Desert in the northern reaches of Chile. It includes the Potosi silver mines, Titicaca,
Cusco, Quito and numerous other towns and villages. The dramatic strapwork cartouche incorporates both the title and the distance scales. A large compass rose
orients the map with north to the left. It is further decorated with four Spanish galleons and three sea monsters. This is one of the plates that Blaeu acquired from
the widow of Jodocus Hondius in 1629. French text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #9820:2.2. Original color on bright, watermarked paper with wide
margins. There are professional repairs to a short centerfold separation and to a small hole to the right of the compass rose. (B+)
$275-350
343.
Peru (Peru), Montanus, Die Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, ca. 1671. 13.8 x 11.4”. (BW) This attractive map covers Peru with parts of Ecuador and
northern Chile. Dense with place names and topographical detail, it provides a marvelous view of the region. The map is oriented with north to the left although
the compass rose incorrectly depicts north at top. The decorative title cartouche features natives and exotic fauna (llama, armadillo, snake, and a strange lizard) and
the distance scale is ornamented with merfolk and military banners and flags. Galleons and a sea monster complete the lavish composition. A nice impression
with isolated foxing and a tear entering 1.75” into the neatline at left that has been repaired on verso with old paper. (B+)
$200-250
344.
Northern Peru (Mapa Topografico de la Provincia de Sana en el Obispado de Truxillo en el Reino del Peru), Anon., ca. 1840. 15.8 x 11.2”. (HC) Manuscript map
that shows the northwestern coast of Peru from the Piura region to today’s La Libertad region, here called Provincia de Truxillo. Several towns are identified, with
a small drawing of a building to denote each one. There is a fleur-de-lis in the Mar del Sur that orients north to the left, as wells as a few islands: Ysla de Lobos de
Tierra, Ysla de Lobos de Fuera, and Farallones de Malabrigo. On watermarked paper with light scattered foxing and several tiny holes that are only visible when
held up to light. The margin has been extended at left with old paper. Ex libris stamp on verso. (B)
$150-200
345.
Lima & Callao, Peru (Tafelein Anzeigend den weg, wie die Hollandische Flotta von dem Hafen zu Callao…), Bry, Decima Tertia Pars Historiae Americanae, Frankfurt, ca. 1634. 7.1 x 6.1”. (BW) Map of the seacoast south of the port of Lima and north of the bay near the Pescadores Islands. Coastal topography, soundings
off the shore, and a compass rose capped with a fleur-de-lis and radiating rhumb lines are shown. An inset depicting a Dutch fleet in the bay east of the Pescadores
Islands appears in the left corner. On a sheet of Latin text (9.3 x 13.3”). Published by Merian. Minor show-through of text on verso and some faint offsetting, a
few wormholes, and several short tears along the sheet’s edges, all well away from image. (A)
$180-220
346.
Lima & Paita, Peru ([Lot of 2] A Plan of Lima [and] A Plan of the Town of Payta in the Kingdom of Santa-Fee), ca. 1745.
A. A Plan of Lima, by John Harris, from Navigantium, hand color (8.5 x 7.7”). A lovely bird’s-eye plan of the city of Lima with a numbered key at bottom identifying 30 locations on the map. This sheet was published with a view of Potosi at bottom, which has been removed from this example. Reference: Shirley (BL
Atlases) G.HARR-1a #5.1. Condition: On watermarked paper that has been remargined at bottom. There are a few short tears in the blank margins, most of which
have been closed with archival tape on verso.
B. A Plan of the Town of Payta in the Kingdom of Santa-Fee, by George Anson, from A Voyage Round the World..., black & white (15 x 8.6”). This plan is based
on Anson’s sack of Paita in November of 1741. A lettered key at the bottom notes important locations such as The Convent of Mercenarians and The Custom-House,
where most of the Treasure was found. Reference: cf. Shirley (BL Atlases) G.ANS-1a #6. Condition: Issued folding on watermarked paper with minor toning and
faint offsetting. (B+)
$180-210
347.
Lima, Peru (Plano Scenographico, dela Ciud.d delos Reyes, o Lima Capital delos Reynos del Peru…), Ulloa, Relacion Historica del Viaje a la America Meridional..., ca. 1748. 21 x 15”. (BW) This intricate plan of fortified Lima appeared in Antonio de Ulloa and Jorge Juan’s Relacion Historica del Viaje a la America
Meridional..., a seminal work on South American geography, culture, and history written by the two scientists after nearly a decade spent exploring the continent.
A birds-eye view choked with detail, the plan includes a key split between two decorative cartouches that lists 70 notable locations within the city. Issued folding
on thick, watermarked paper with minor soiling, faint offsetting, and a 2” binding tear confined to the left blank margin. (A) $550-700
348.
Chile (Chili), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, [1682]. 3.9 x 4.8”. (HC) This delightful miniature map extends from Rio Salado to Chilue and
depicts major towns and key topographical features. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual
maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked
paper with one tiny, unobtrusive spot. (A)
$110-140
349.
Chile (Le Chili Tire de Alf de Oualle de la C. d. I. et Divise en Treize Iurisdictions), Sanson, Geographise en Historises Werelt Beschryving, Paris, ca. 1683. 7.5 x
10.7”. (HC) Fine small version of Sanson’s important map of Chili showing the Cuyo provinces. The map is based on the descriptions of Alfonso de Ovalle, and
is completed by a graceful title cartouche. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON II F. Issued folding, with a binding trim at bottom left that has been professionally replaced
with old paper. The impression is a bit uneven. (B+)
$160-190
350.
Western South America & Peru (Carte Particuliere du Perou, Plan de la Ville de Lima, Description de Quelques Plantes, Animaux, & Machines du Pays. Avec
l’Habillement des Hommes & des Femmes Espagnoles qui y Demeurent), Chatelain, Atlas Historique, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 14.8 x 19.3”. (HC) This interesting
folio sheet contains two maps and two engravings surrounded by panels of French text. The top map covers the northwest coast of South America from Panama
to northernmost Chili, with detail of towns, rivers, and mountain ranges. The map is flanked by two engravings depicting the people, tools, animals, and plants of
the region. At bottom is a bird’s-eye plan of Lima showing its fortifications. On watermarked paper with faint scattered foxing and a few short fold separations
in the blank margins. (A)
$210-250
351.
Western South America (A Map of Peru and the West Part of the Country of the Amazones), Moll, London, ca. 1720. 7.1 x 10.2”. (HC) This small map covers
present-day Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia and western Brazil. The mythical lake Xarayes is shown at right and the interior has a note describing that the “Country and
its Inhabitans are very little known.” Gold mines are located along the Amazon River and The Inca Way is shown from la Plata in Peru to Pasto in Colombia.
Decorated by a simple block style title cartouche. Issued folding with a small unrepaired hole and edge tear along the right neatline that has been closed on verso
with archival tape. There is a small remnant of non-archival tape on verso confined to the top blank margin. (B)
$100-130
352.
Southern South America (Tabula Magellanica, qua Tierrae del Fuego, cum Celeberrimis Fretis a F. Magellano et I. le Maire Detectis Novissima et Accuratissima
Descriptio Exhibetur), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1653. 20.8 x 16.1”. (HC) This is one of the most elaborately decorated maps to focus on the tip of South America
with the Strait of Magellan and Le Maire Strait. The coastlines are depicted as very mountainous, while the interior is completely without detail. Instead the region
is filled with a hunting scene, exotic birds including rheas and penguins, and a quaint scene of village life. The map is further adorned with a pair of compass roses,
three sailing ships, and four beautiful cartouches. The cartouches at top contain the map key and a dedication to Gualthero de Raet with his coat of arms. The
cartouches arrayed across the bottom of the map present a unique distance scale in checkerboard format and the title with a tribe of Fuegian natives, penguins and
shells. Spanish text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #9950:1C.2. A nice impression with light soiling and two archivally repaired tears that enter 2” and 4”
into map at left. There are a few small chips and tears in blank margins that have also been archivally repaired. (B)
$900-1100
353.
Southern South America (Dt. de Magellan), Mallet, Beschreibung des Ganzen Welt-Kreisses…, Paris, ca. 1684. 4.2 x 5.9”. (BW) A sailing ship and a tiny sea
monster embellish this remarkable little map of the southern tip of South America. The title is held aloft in a ribbon-style cartouche. Ref: Pastoureau, MANESSONMALLET I B. A nice impression on watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$80-95
354.
Southern South America (A Map of Chili, Patagonia, Part of La Plata &c.), Moll, Atlas Geographicus, London, ca. 1740. 6.9 x 10”. (BW) Detailed copper engraved
map of the southern tip of South America with Tierra del Fuego, Le Maire Strait, and a partial outline of the Falkland Islands. Decorated with a simple block style
title cartouche and a compass rose. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.MOLL-3a #87. Moderate toning with light offsetting from an opposing text page. (B)
$160-200
355.
Southern South America (Le Chili, avec les Contrees Voisines et le Pays des Patagons), Bonne, Atlas Encyclopedique, Paris, [1787]. 9.2 x 13.6”. (HC) Attractive copper engraved map of the southern part of South America covering present-day Chili and Argentina. Displays good detail of coastal place names, the river
system, and topography. Engraved by Andre. Light offsetting with a few minor spots. (B+)
$70-90
356.
Southern South America (Detroit de Magellan, avec les Plans des Principaux Ports, Bayes &c. de ce Detroit), Bonne, Paris, ca. 1788. 13.6 x 9.2”. (HC) This is
a very detailed chart of the Straits of Magellan that displays the best route through the straits. There are sixteen small inset maps of the area showing anchorages
and navigational hazards. The chart is centered on a large compass rose and fleur-de-lis. Engraved by Andre. Watermarked paper with a few light spots and a
professionally repaired centerfold separation in bottom blank margin. (B+)
$120-150
357.
Southern South America (Falkland Islands and Patagonia), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1850. 10.1 x 13.6”. (HC) Two
maps within one decorative border. The map of the Falklands is very detailed and is surrounded by finely rendered engravings of penguins, sea birds, and tall ships
anchored off Jason Island. The map of Patagonia has good detail along the coastline, but little in the interior. It has a large vignette of Christmas Sound in Tierra
del Fuego with clippers under sail plus a small vignette of Fugeans in a boat. Illustrations by H. Winkles and engraved by W. Lacey, maps drawn and engraved by
J. Rapkin. Original outline color and faint soiling confined mostly to the blank margins. (A)
$100-130
Atlantic & Arctic
358.
South Atlantic Ocean (Carte de l’Ocean Meridional Dressee pour Servir a l’Histoire Generale des Voyages...), Bellin/Van Schley, L’Histoire Generale des Voyages,
Amsterdam, 1746. 17.7 x 13.4”. (HC) This attractive chart of the South Atlantic is centered on a large compass rose with rhumb lines radiating across the ocean.
A good portion of the coastlines of South America and Africa are shown with major port cities named. The Prime Meridian is shown through l’Isle de Fer and the
Meridian of Paris is shown just west of the coast of Africa. A large rococo title cartouche graces the otherwise blank interior of South America. Dutch title below
map: “Kaart van de Zuid-Zee, om te Dienen Voor de Historische Beschryving der Reizen.” A fine impression with attractive color on watermarked paper. Issued
folding, now pressed with minor printer’s ink residue, just a hint of toning, and one tiny fold separation. (A)
$200-230
359.
Atlantic Ocean (Terra Nova, ac Maris Tractus circa Novam Franciam, Angliam, Belgium, Venezuelam Novam Andalusiam, Guianam et Brasiliam - Terra Neuf, en
de Custen van Nieu Vranckryck, Nieu Engeland, Nieu Nederland, Nieu Andalusia, Guiana en Venezuela), Wit, Orbis Maritimus ofte Zee Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1675.
22.2 x 19”. (HC) Magnificent sea chart of the western Atlantic Ocean showing the coastlines of North America from Cape Charles, Maryland to Newfoundland,
and the West Indies to the northern coast of Brazil. The chart is based on that of Theunis Jacobsz, circa 1650, with few changes except for an improved (although
still rudimentary) depiction of the Chesapeake Bay. Oriented by two compass roses with north to the left; the Azores and Cape Verde Islands are at the top of the
map. It is richly decorated with two large cartouches with the title in Latin and Dutch. The central cartouche is surrounded by Mercury, a native riding an alligator,
mermen and sea monsters. The corner cartouche with Dutch title features figures of explorers, natives, and exotic animals, including an armadillo. In the sea are
sailing ships, including a raging sea battle, rhumb lines and two compass roses. This is the first state, with page 22 at top right.
First published circa 1675, de Wit’s sea atlas, Orbis Maritimus ofte Zee Atlas, contained 27 charts from the North Pole to North and South America. The charts
all appear to have been engraved by Romain de Hooghe and are splendid examples of Dutch marine works. The atlas was reprinted with amendments by Louis
Renard in 1715, by Reinier and Josua Ottens in 1739 and 1745, and finally by the widow of van Keulen in 1802. Ref: Burden #467; McCorkle #675.9. A nice, dark
impression with a few small spots of printer’s ink residue. There are professional repairs to a centerfold separation that enters 1” into map at bottom, a 1” separation along the upper centerfold only visible when held to light, a small hole and tear in Brazil, and a number of small tears and chips in blank margins. (B+)
$1300-1600
360.
Atlantic Ocean - Atlantis (Situs Insulae Atlantidis, a Mari olim Absorptae ex Mente Aegyptiorum et Platonis Descriptio), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld,
Amsterdam, [1682]. 6.3 x 4.1”. (HC) This mythical map of Atlantis is printed with north at the bottom, leaving the coast of America to the right, and Africa and
Spain on the left. The Island of Atlantis (Insula Atlantis) is a huge land mass which occupies a majority of the Atlantic Ocean. Two mountains and six rivers are
depicted within the island, otherwise the interior is blank. The map is embellished with a fully ruled sea, a two masted sailing ship at upper right, a curtain-style
cartouche and a simple compass rose. From Kircher’s masterpiece, Mundus subterraneus (The Underground World) which was the first serious effort to describe
the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. Published in a Dutch edition
of Kircher’s famous Mundus subterraneus by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.4 x 14.5”. Marginal soiling. (A)
$350-450
361.
Atlantic Ocean (A Map of the King of Great Britain’s Dominions in Europe, Africa, and America), Bickham, The British Monarchy…, London, ca. 1743. 11.8 x
10.3”. (HC) This handsome map drawn on a circular projection shows Great Britain’s empirical reaches in the middle of the 18th century. A note below the title
explains that place names “in the Round-hand Character, belong to the King.” In North America, the eastern seaboard from Newfoundland to Georgia are marked
as British possessions, in addition to several locations along Hudson’s Bay (Port Nelson, Fort Louis and Fort Rupert). Numerous islands in the Caribbean are also
marked, as well as Guiana in South America and Negroland in Africa. The dominating feature of the map, however, is a large ornamental cartouche containing a
dedication to King George II, written in several different elaborate styles of script, for which Bickham was famous. George Bickham (1684-1758) was an engraver
and calligrapher, and the founder of a family of engravers named Bickham who continued to publish maps until the end of the 18th century. Ref: Shirley (BL
Atlases) T.BICK-1a. A fine impression, issued folding on watermarked paper with light toning and offsetting. A few short fold separations and a tear that enters
3.25” into map at bottom left have all been archivally repaired. This map presents itself very well. (B)
$400-475
362.
Atlantic Ocean (Chart of North Atlantic Ocean with Tracks of the Shipping to West Indies, North America &cc.), Thomson, New General Atlas, Edinburgh, 1815.
24.7 x 20.7”. (HC) This large chart focuses on the important shipping lanes to North America and the West Indies. Of particular note are the shipping tracks of
Nelson to the West Indies in pursuit of the French in 1805, the track from England to Newfoundland, and the tracks of the U.S.S. Insurgent. There are numerous
notations regarding navigational hazards and sightings and the coastlines are well charted. Engraved by J. Moffat. A few small abrasions along the centerfold
that have been archivally repaired, minor toning, and faint offsetting. (B+)
$200-250
363.
Atlantic Ocean ([Lot of 2] Chart of the Atlantic Ocean. With an Illustration of the Character and Rout of a Storm Which Occurred on the American Coast in August
1830 [and] Atlantic Ocean &c. Shewing the Communication Between Europe, North America and the Pacific), ca. 1831-81.
A. Chart of the Atlantic Ocean. With an Illustration of the Character and Rout of a Storm Which Occurred on the American Coast in August 1830, by Edmund
and G.W. Blunt, dated 1831, hand color (12.4 x 7.5”). This uncommon chart of the Atlantic Ocean stretches from eastern North America, the Caribbean, and the
northern tip of South America to Portugal, Spain, and a portion of Africa. The Gulf Stream is featured, and a key explains the different types of arrows used to
depict varying winds and currents. A few notes chronicle the hurricane season of 1830 by pointing out the date and location of the storms. A compass rose with
a fleur-de-lis radiates rhumb lines in the chart’s center. Condition: Issued folding, now pressed flat, with a few abrasions, two of which have been reinforced on
verso with archival tape, some extraneous creases, and a few short fold separations in the bottom blank margins that have been repaired on verso with archival tape.
(B+)
B. Atlantic Ocean &c. Shewing the Communication Between Europe, North America and the Pacific, by A. & C. Black, circa 1881, printed color (15.1 x 10.5”).
Interesting chart that shows transatlantic telegraph cables, the Gulf Stream and other currents, and a network of travel routes across the Atlantic, with notes on
distance, duration, and type of transportation. Within the United States, railroads and proposed railroads are shown. Condition: Three chips in the blank margins
that have been closed with archival tape on verso. (A)
$100-130
364.
Atlantic Islands (Plan de la Rade de Funchal... [on sheet with] Isles de Madere, de Porto Santo, et Celles des Salvages [and] Isle de Goree…), Bonne, Paris, ca.
1787. 13.8 x 9.3”. (HC) This sheet includes an elegant plan of Funchal, the capital and chief port of Madeira, as well as a map showing Madeira, Porto Santo, and
part of the Savage Islands archipelago. Also shown is a plan of Goree Island, the Senegalese island associated with the Atlantic slave trade. Engraved by Andre.
There are two light stains mostly concentrated in the map to the left and a few faint spots in the image. (B)
$100-130
365.
Atlantic Islands (Islands in the Atlantic), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1850. 9.6 x 13.8”. (HC) Beautiful steel engraved
map consisting of four maps with six vignette views. Maps include the island groups of Cape Verde, Canary, Azores, Bermuda and Madeira. Vignettes include
Fayal, Villa Franca, and Pico (Azores), Chapel in the Rock St. Vicente (Cape Verde), Teneriffe (Canary Islands), and Funchal (Madeira). All surrounded in a delicately engraved border. Map drawn and engraved by J. Rapkin, illustrations drawn and engraved by H. Winkles. Original outline color with a few small stains
in the image and minor soiling in the blank margins. (B+)
$90-120
366.
Azores (Isole Azzori, o Azzoridi dette Altrimenti Acipitrum, Tertiae, Flandricae, et Superiores...), Coronelli, Atlante Veneto…, Venice, ca. 1690. 23.6 x 17.8”.
(HC) This handsome map of the Azores includes an elaborate inset bird’s-eye plan of Angra enclosed in an ornate, drape-style cartouche. Detail is limited to coastal
place names. The beautifully composed title cartouche features shells, coral, fish, and pearls. The map exhibits the fine engraving style typical of maps from this
coveted Venetian atlas. A vivid impression on watermarked paper with faint toning along the centerfold and two pairs of small wormholes along centerfold that
have been infilled with old paper on verso. (A)
$550-700
367.
Cape Verde Islands (Carte des Isles du Cap Verd Dressee sur les Journaux et les Remarques des plus Habiles Navigateurs), Bellin, Paris, 1746. 11.3 x 8.5”. (HC)
Charming small map of these important Atlantic islands showing topography, ports, and towns. The chart is centered on a fine compass rose and adorned with a
delicately engraved title cartouche. A crisp impression with a couple of tiny spots and faint offsetting. (A)
$70-90
368.
Cape Verde Islands (The Cape Verd Islands, Laid Down from the Remarks and Observations of Experienced Navigators...), Apres de Mannevillette, A Complete
Pilot for the West Indies, London, 1794. 11.3 x 20.7”. (HC) This uncommon sheet centers on a chart of the Cape Verde Islands, which were so important to the
Atlantic trade routes, and features navigational instructions. Above the chart are a detailed chart of Praia Bay on Sao Tiago Island, with soundings, rocks and additional navigational notes, as well as “A View of the English Road in the Island of Mayo” (Maio Island). At the bottom of the sheet, printed from a separate plate,
are four land approach views of Praia Bay and several locations on Maio Island. Published by Laurie & Whittle. A nice impression with some light pencil marks,
a few small spots, and narrow top and bottom margins. (B+)
$240-300
369.
Falkland Islands (A Draught of Falklands Islands...), Bowles, London, 1770. 27.4 x 17.7”. (HC) This chart depicts the routes of the British ships HMS Carcass
and HMS Jason during their survey of the Falkland Islands in 1766. The two northwestern-most islands were named after the two vessels. A few English and
French settlements are shown, and the islands are surrounded by depth soundings, anchorages, rocks, and shoals. Above and at bottom right are 9 coastal approach
views of the Jason Islands, formerly called the Sebaldine Islands by the Spanish. The map is based on a chart by Captain Macbride, who commandeered the HMS
Jason and published an account of the survey in A Journal of the Winds and Weather ... at Falkland Islands in 1767. Ref: Fordham (MCC-11) #7. Original color
on watermarked paper with light toning and offsetting, some soiling, and an extraneous crease running adjacent to centerfold. (B)
$350-425
370.
Canary Islands, Madeira (Carte des Isles Canaries, avec l’Isle de Madere, et Celle de Porto Santo), Bonne, Paris, ca. 1787. 8.3 x 12.6”. (HC) This copper engraved
map of the Canary Islands includes the islands of Porto Santo, de Madere, Tenerife, Palme, de Fer, de Canarie and Fortaventure. There are three distance scales
including French leagues, marine leagues, and Spanish leagues. Issued folding on sturdy paper with a few faint spots. (A) $90-110
371.
Bermuda (Mappa Aestivarum Insularum, Alias Barmudas Dictarum...), Montanus, De Nieuwe en Onbekende Weereld, Amsterdam, [1671]. 14.1 x 9.7”. (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. Roanoke 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. A dark
impression on watermarked paper with a hint of toning along centerfold and a few light spots. There are professional repairs to a centerfold separation that enters
1/2” into tables at bottom and a chip in top blank margin. (B+)
$950-1100
372.
North Atlantic (Tabula Fluxus et Refluxus, Rationes in Mari Anglico...), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682]. 7.8 x 7.8”. (HC) This unusual
map is from Kircher’s masterpiece, the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of
physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. It was the first book to describe the ocean’s currents, shown here with the coastlines of Britain, Scandinavia, Iceland
and the mythical island of Frisland, as well as sketchy coastlines of Western Europe and Canada. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean
World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.8 x 14.9”. Marginal soiling. (A)
$180-220
373.
North Atlantic (A Chart of the Great Western Ocean: with the Coast of Europe, Africa and America; from Lat: 6 to Lat 58. Done According to Mercator or Mr.
Wright’s Projection), Senex, Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis, London, [1728]. 23.5 x 19.5”. (HC) This handsome sea chart of the north Atlantic Ocean depicts
the surrounding countries with numerous place names along the coasts. There is good detail of islands, banks and shoals, to aid in the navigation of ships crossing
the Atlantic. The chart is decorated with three compass roses with fleur-de-lys pointers and radiating rhumb lines. Although the chart is typically credited to John
Senex, it was most likely engraved by Samuel Parker, whose imprint appears at bottom right. This chart appeared in Edmond Halley’s Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis, with text by Halley, Daniel Defoe and Nathaniel Cutler, and published by J. & J. Knapton. Edmund Halley (1656-1742) was an English astronomer,
meteorologist, and physicist best known for calculating the orbit of the eponymous Halley’s Comet. In 1686 Halley became the first to depict trade winds and
monsoons on a map, which appeared on his untitled diagrammatic world map. Halley was granted temporary Captainship in the Royal Navy for his scientific voyage
through the Atlantic on the ship Paramore, during which he investigated the laws governing the variation of the compass. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) M.HALL-1a
#49. A fine impression with light toning, offsetting, and a few small, minor spots. There are professional repairs to a centerfold separation that enters 1/2” into
map at bottom and two small worm tracks confined to top blank margin. (B+)
$800-950
374.
North Atlantic, Colonial North America (Carte de l’Ocean Occidental et Partie de l’Amerique Septentrionale Dresse pour l’Intelligence du Journal du Voyage.
Que le R.P. de Charlevoix de la Compagnie de Jesus a Fait en 1720...), Bellin, Charlevoix’s Histoire et Description de la Nouvelle France, Paris, 1744. 14.9 x 9.6”.
(HC) Attractive chart of the Atlantic, from about 15 north latitude with rhumb lines radiating from 32 points topped with a fleur-de-lys. A good portion of Europe
and Africa is depicted, but with only a few coastal place names. Most of the settled parts of North America are mapped with the interior topography shown. The
British colonies and French Louisiane are both delineated, and several French sea routes are shown. The map is based on information from the 1720 journal of
Charlevoix. Engraved by Desbruslins. Ref: Tooley (MCC-96) #711. A strong impression issued folding on watermarked paper with faint toning and offsetting.
(B+)
$200-250
375.
North Atlantic (Carte Reduite des Mers du Nord), Bellin, Paris, 1758. 17.6 x 13”. (HC) This nice chart is centered roughly on Iceland and covers from the eastern
shores of Canada through Greenland to Scandinavia and Britain. The coastlines are intricately drawn with coastal place names the only detail. A fine chart with
decorative title cartouche and rhumb lines. Issued folding and now flattened on watermarked paper with a few tiny fold separations and abrasions repaired with
archival material. (B+)
$140-180
376.
Greenland, Canada (Carte Reduite du Detroit de Davids Faite au Depost des Cartes Plans et Journaux de la Marine...), Bellin, Paris, 1765. 34.2 x 21.5”. (HC)
This large-scale sea chart of the Davis Strait was created for whaling ships, and illustrates the importance of offshore activities in the region. Oriented with north
to the right, the coastline of Greenland at the bottom of the map is well detailed with place names, soundings, water currents, and anchorages. In contrast, the
eastern coastline of L’Isle James (Baffin Island) is only partially outlined. This map is based on a similar map by Gerard van Keulen from 1719. The seal of the
Depot de la Marine is at bottom right, with Prix Trente Sols below the neatline. A nice impression on watermarked paper with a hint of toning along centerfold,
a few small spots, and a short tear in left blank margin that has been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$400-500
377.
Greenland & Iceland (Carte du Groenland), Laurent, Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1770. 10 x 7.6”. (HC) This finely engraved chart of Greenland and
Iceland shows the Davis Strait and a portion of Baffin Island in Northeast Canada. Many harbors are located on Greenland’s coast with inlets and bays. Three
channels are marked with dotted lines apparently demarking the three islands that were thought to make up the tip of Greenland. A small hint of the northern coast
of the fictitious Frisland appears as well. On watermarked paper with a few minor spots and light toning. (B+)
$100-130
378.
Baffin Bay (Das Nordlichste Land der Erde, Entdeckt 1616 bis 1861), Petermann, Petermann’s Geographische Mittheilungen, 1867. 16.8 x 9.7”. (PC) This unique
map traces the history of exploration of the Baffin Bay region from 1616 to 1861. Starting with the Bylot and Baffin voyage to find the Northwest Passage, which
resulted in the mapping out of the bay and the discovery of Smith Sound, the sheet shows the discoveries of each successive expedition: Ross in 1818, Inglefield
in 1852, Kane in 1855, and, finally, the Hayes in 1861. Here, the map reflects Hayes’ false claims of having traveled to 81 35’ North, 70 30’ West. Published by
Justus Perthes. Issued folding with faint toning along one of the folds. (A)
$70-90
379.
Iceland (Islandia), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.3 x 3.8”. (BW) This handsome miniature map depicts
Iceland with an erupting volcano, and is based on Ortelius. The map is adorned with a moiré-patterned sea and two strapwork cartouches. French text on verso.
Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #1250:342. A dark impression with a hint of toning. (A)
$200-230
380.
Arctic and Northern Europe (Gemeine Beschreibung aller Mitnachtigen Lander / alss Schweden / Gothen / Norwegien / Denmarck / &c.), Munster/Petri, Cosmographia, Basel, ca. 1588. 14.3 x 12.2”. (BW) This attractive woodblock map is based on Ortelius’ Septentrionalum of 1570, which in turn was based on the
mapping of Nicholas Zeno in 1558. Petri had this woodblock cut in 1588, reverting to coverage of Munster’s earlier, simpler map of Schonlandia. The map shows
two Greenlands, one just above the other with the name of Groclandt, and the coast of Estotilandt (Newfoundland) is nearby. The imaginary islands of Frisland,
Icaria, Podalida, and St. Brendain are shown, along with many other small, phantom islands in the North Sea. The North Pole carries a note of Pigmei hic habitandt,
indicating that pygmies live there. Title is above the map. There is also a cartouche containing, “Schweden ist reich an Bergwerck Fischen…” Ref: Burden #68.
A good impression with nice, original margins, very light toning, and a couple of small spots. There are two small worm holes in bottom border, and a couple of
small worm holes in blank margins. (B+)
$700-850
Europe & Mediterranean
381.
Europe (Europam, sive Celticam Veterem...), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1595. 18.6 x 13.9”. (HC) Beautiful map of ancient Europe that was
based on classical sources such as Salustius, Plinius, Herodotus, Strabo and Dionysius. The land is fully engraved with forests, mountains and rivers, and there
are numerous ancient place and region names. Richly embellished with three cartouches, ships and a sea monster. This example was published in 1595, the first
year this map appeared in the Theatrum. Latin text on verso. Ref: Van den Broecke #189. Attractive color, remargined at bottom with a portion of border expertly
replaced in facsimile. (B+)
$1000-1200
382.
Europe (Romani Imperii Imago), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, London, [1625]. 7.4 x 5.9”. (BW) A superb map of the Roman Empire covering most
of Europe, Northern Africa, and the Near and Middle East. The map is richly decorated with two strapwork cartouches and two portraits. The cartouche in the
lower section of the map contains a brief account of Roman dominion. On full sheet of English text (8.5 x 12.5”) with text on verso.
At the beginning of the 17th century, Samuel Purchas, an English cleric, set out to publish a compendium of voyages to foreign countries. To illustrate his work,
Purchase obtained the rights to use Jodocus Hondius’ copperplates from Atlas Minor. Over 60 maps were included in Purchas His Pilgrimes, most of which were
from Hondius’ plates, with English titles inserted above them. Purchas also had a few additional maps engraved, including those for India, China, Greenland, North
America, and Nova Scotia. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.PUR-1a #5. Light text show through with one small spot in the title cartouche and a few small damp stains
confined to the blank margins. (B)
$120-150
383.
Europe ([Lot of 3] Europa [and] Daniae Regnu [and] Anglia), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, London, [1625]. 7.5 x 5.8”. (BW) At the beginning of
the 17th century, Purchas, an English cleric, set out to publish a compendium of voyages to foreign countries. To illustrate his work, Purchase obtained the rights
to use Jodocus Hondius’ copperplates from Atlas Minor. Over 60 maps were included in Purchas His Pilgrimes, most of which were from Hondius’ plates, with
English titles inserted above them.
This lot features three maps of Europe from this publication. Each is on a full sheet of English text (8.0 x 12.5”) with text on verso.
A. Europa. Condition: There is some soiling in the right side of the image and one horizontal crease in the image. (B)
B. Daniae Regnu. Condition: Trimmed to the neatline at left as issued with some minor creasing. (A)
C. Anglia. Condition. There are damp stains in the upper portion of the image with a small tear in the text above the image Narrow right margin. (B)
Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.PUR-1a #33, #44 & #62. .
$475-600
384.
Europe (Europa, ad Magnae Europae Gerardi Mercatoris P. Imitationem, Rumoldi Mercatoris F. Cura Edita, Seruato Tamen Initio Longitudinis ex Ratione Magnetis, quod Pater in Magna sua Universali Posuit), Mercator, Atlas Sive Cosmographia, Amsterdam, ca. 1628. 18.5 x 15.2”. (HC) A beautiful map in Mercator’s
strong engraving style with the seas filled with waves and the land dotted with tiny cities. All of Europe is depicted, as well as Americae Pars, Greenland, Iceland,
a Polar landmass, along with the mythical islands of Frisland, Drogeo, and Bradain. A large strapwork title cartouche completes the sheet. French text on verso.
Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #1000:1A. On watermarked paper with nice margins. There is some printer’s ink residue, faint show-through of text on verso, and
minor soiling and toning confined mainly to the blank margins. (B+)
$1200-1500
385.
Europe (Europa Recens Descripta), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Tarrarum, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 22.1 x 16.4”. (HC) This classic map of Europe is presented in
the carte-de-figures style with vignettes on three sides. The upper frieze has nine bird’s-eye views of Amsterdam, Prague, Constantinople, Venice, Rome, Paris,
London, Toledo and Lisbon. The side borders contain the costumes of the noblemen and women of ten European nations. The map is embellished with sailing
ships, sea monsters, bears and Neptune riding a dolphin and holding his trident. A beautiful map produced at the height of the Golden Age of Dutch mapmaking;
it was included in the first volume of Blaeu’s magnificent atlas. Latin text on verso, published between 1640-43. Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #4, p.30; Van der Krogt (Vol.
II) #1000:2. A dark impression on watermarked paper with professional repairs to separations along the centerfold and a 2” tear in image across top left corner.
Also professionally remargined at right and left with a portion of border expertly replaced in facsimile at top left. (B+)
$3500-4250
386.
Europe (Europa Nova Delineatio), Merian, Frankfurt, ca. 1650. 14 x 11.1”. (BW) This lovely map is based on one of the most famous 17th Century maps of
the continent of Europe - Blaeu’s Europa Recens Descripta. The map extends to include Iceland, the mythical island of Frisland, and the coast of Greenland. It is
adorned with a decorative title cartouche, sailing ships, and a sea monster. A dark impression with some printer’s ink residue, a small raised spot off the coast of
Sweden, and faint show through of a previous owner’s stamp on verso near Ireland. (B+)
$275-350
387.
Europe (L’Europe Selon les Auth. les Plus Modernes), La Feuille, Les Tablettes Guerrieres…, ca. 1706. 8.1 x 5.9”. (HC) Charming small map of Europe flanked
by panels displaying the coats of arms of all the major nations. The title cartouche shows Europa riding Zeus in the form of a bull. Issued folding, now pressed
with marginal soiling. (B+)
$160-200
388.
Europe and Mediterranean (Carte pour Servir a l’Intelligence de l’Histoire Eclessiastique & a Faire Connoitre les Persecutions de l’Eglise, les Schismes Dont
Elle a Ete Troublee, les Ordre Religieux...), Chatelain, Atlas Historique, Amsterdam, ca. 1720. 47.4 x 19.7”. (HC) Very interesting large French chart illustrating
the various religious divisions in Europe and the Mediterranean. At center is a map (13.5 x 8.5”) of Europe with adjacent maps (5.7 x 7.2” each) of Egypt and the
Holy Land. All surrounded by tables of text describing the persecutions of Christians, chronology of various kingdoms, popes, etc. On two joined sheets as issued.
Issued folding with attractive color. A few of the folds have been archivally reinforced on verso. (A)
$275-350
389.
Europe (Europa in de Gedaante eener Zittende Dame), ca. 1800. 9.2 x 6.5”. (HC) This interesting satirical map depicts Europe as a female figure. This map follows the tradition of depicting Europe as a regal queen but with an interesting twist and political commentary. This anti-Napoleonic image demotes Europa from a
queen to a homely middle-aged housewife, or seated woman. The figure is superimposed over a map that shows political boundaries. The Iberian Peninsula forms
the head with a matronly cap. Italy is her left arm that holds a cup (Sicily) that she is stirring with a pair of sheers held in her right hand (Corsica and Sardinia).
Her scarf forms Britain, and the rest of the continent is encompassed in her flowing dress. This map was based on a similar one by Francois Bohn circa 1794.
Printed by K. Fuhri. Clean and bright example with a few archivally repaired tears in the lower blank margin that just enter the map border. A tear in bottom
right corner has been closed on verso with cello tape, not affecting image. (B+)
$400-500
390.
Europe (A New Map of Europe, with its Modern Divisions), Rowe, London, 1803. 34.1 x 28.5”. (HC) This uncommon folding map illustrates the political
divisions of Europe on the eve of the Napoleonic Wars. This is the first edition, dated Nov. 1, 1803, published shortly after the dissolution of the Treaty of Amiens
that had temporarily ended the hostilities between the French Republic and the British Empire. A color key at lower right indicates the boundaries of the dominant
empires and alliances, as well as the “limits of France before the Revolution” and “the Boundary of Poland before its Dismemberment by Russia, Prussia and
Austria.” This British map was issued, in both pocket and wall-map versions, in several editions over a short period of time to illustrate the changes and progress
of the wars. Dissected, mounted on original linen, and folded into original pasteboard slipcase with a handwritten label. Original color with very light surface
soil. There is minor rubbing on the slipcase. Excellent overall. (A)
$375-450
391.
Europe (Het Gekkenhuis (Oud Liedje, Nieuwe Wijs)), ca. 1915. 20.6 x 16.4”. (PC) This fascinating propaganda map was created by Louis Raemaekers, a
famous Dutch cartoonist, at the beginning of World War I. Early in the war Raemaekers crossed the border into Belgium to witness first-hand the brutality of the
advancing Germans. Despite Holland’s neutrality, the atrocities Raemaekers witnessed compelled him to create anti-German cartoons. The cartoons depicted
such harsh critiques of the Germans, that Germany demanded that Holland put Raemaekers on trial for compromising Dutch neutrality, and even put a bounty of
12,000 Guilders for his capture, dead or alive. Raemaekers was acquitted and fled to London to continue his work. During the war he created hundreds of political
cartoons, which were distributed on posters, postcards, brochures, and in newspapers and magazines. The dissemination of his work is considered one of the most
extensive propaganda activities of World War I.
The title of this map translates roughly as: “The Insane Asylum (Old Song, New Tune)” referring to Holland’s perspective of the war waging around them. Although
Holland is depicted sitting peacefully, smoking a pipe, he is holding a gun and keeps an ever-watchful eye on his neighbor. In contrast, Portugal and Spain are
embroiled in their own affairs, ignoring the unrest around them. France and Germany are engaged in a fist-fight, while the British Isles are depicted as a strong,
fierce Highlander. Italy and a giant Russia appear to be playing tug-of-war with the Austro-Hungarian Empire. After declaring itself neutral at the onset of the war,
the Ottoman Empire accepted military support from Germany, causing the Allies to declare war on the Ottoman Empire. The situation caused disorder within the
Empire, which is cleverly depicted here with a Turk cutting his own throat with a sword stamped “Made in Germany.” Each country is cleverly depicted as a human figure - all of which are male except for the gentle Norway and Sweden and the islands of Corsica and Sardinia. Published by Senefelder. The original brown
paper wrappers are present but unattached. Issued folding, now pressed with professional repairs to several fold separations and a few short tears extending from
folds. There are a few small abrasions and tiny holes at fold intersections that have also been professionally repaired, with a small amount of color touched up in
those areas. The wrappers are lightly sunned along the spine. (B+)
$2750-3500
392.
Britain (Britannia Prout Divisa fuit Temporibus Anglo-Saxonum, Praesertim Durante Illorum Heptarchia), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1646. 20.6 x 16.6”. (HC)
Elaborate vignettes depicting kings and scenes from Saxon history flank this magnificent map of Britain. The scenes are identical in subject matter to those used
by John Speed. However they are presented in the dramatic, Dutch miniature style. The left border contains portraits of the earliest kings, while the right one
depicts later kings in the process of conversion to Christianity. Included is a scene of Ethelbert receiving instruction from Saint Augustine and another of Sebert
re-consecrating the temples of Diana and Apollo, now St. Paul’s, London and St. Peters, Westminster. The map shows England, Scotland and Wales divided into
the various Saxon kingdoms, each decorated with its coat-of-arms. A superb example of Dutch cartographic design and engraving. Jansson copied Blaeu’s map
of the same title, adding several additional decorative elements - compass roses with radiating rhumb lines, three sailing ships, and an escutcheon in Ireland. The
verso of the map is blank, which was seen on Jansson’s maps beginning in 1646. Ref: Shirley (BI to 1650) #577, Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #5000H:1B. Bold original
color with minor color touch-ups, a hint of toning, and several small cracks caused by the oxidation of the green pigment that have all been professionally reinforced
on verso. (B+)
$3000-4000
393.
Britain (Magnae Britanniae et Hiberniae Nova Descriptio), Jansson, Nuevo Atlas, o Teatro de Todo el Mundo, Amsterdam, ca. 1653. 21.6 x 16.9”. (HC) Jan
Jansson based this elegant piece on Willem Blaeu’s 1631 map of the British Isles. The isles themselves are densely detailed, with a great deal of towns, rivers, and
topographical features identified. There are three strapwork cartouches, encasing the title, an inset of the Orkney Islands, and a trio of distance scales. A royal coat
of arms appears at top left, flanked by a lion and a unicorn, and several sailing ships, two compass roses, and a sea monster fill the ocean. Spanish text on verso,
published between 1653-66. Ref: Shirley (BI to 1650) #576; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #5000:1D. A nice impression with light soiling, a professionally repaired
centerfold separation at bottom, and an extraneous horizontal crease. (B+)
$550-700
394.
Britain (Magnae Britanniae Tabula, Angliam, Scotiam, et Hiberniam Continens, in Lucem Edita), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1679. 21 x 17.8”. (HC) This spectacular map of the British Isles expands on the half-century-old plate of Visscher’s father, Claes Janszoon, to include the Orkneys, more of inland Europe, and new
cartouches. The UK is shown in magnificent detail, with many towns, cities, and shires identified. A putti with a fishing rod looms over the decorative title cartouche
in a nod to Visscher. Another cartouche at bottom left houses two distance scales and is capped by the royal coat of arms for the United Kingdom. A compass rose,
the individual coats of arms for Scotland, England, and Ireland, and several sailing ships fill the seas. This is the fifth state, likely issued after Visscher’s death by
his son. Ref: Shirley (BI to 1750) Visscher 1, state 5. Light toning. There are several small centerfold separations at bottom and two small abrasions in unengraved
areas, all of which have been repaired with archival material on verso. (B)
$600-750
395.
Britain (Paskaart van’t Canaal Engelandt Schotlandt en Yrland. Naaukeurig. Opgestelt en Dienstig Voor die Achter Yrland Omkomen…), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca.
1698. 23 x 20”. (HC) This is the second of Johannes van Keulen’s sea charts of the British Isles, which was designed for Zee-Fakkel. Oriented by two compass
roses with north on the left, the map provides a detailed picture of the coastlines of the English Channel and Britain. The large title cartouche obscures much of the
east coast of England and Scotland. The scene was probably etched by Jan Luyken who signed the title page of both of Van Keulen’s atlases. It presents a quaint
scene of a shepherd boy with his sheepdog and a picnic basket, surrounded by his sheep and goats in a lovely pastoral landscape. This is the second state with the
plate number 11, but still includes the apocryphal sandbank Nieuwgeronde Droogte in the Atlantic which was removed in later examples. It appeared in both the
Zee-Fakkel and in the Zee-Atlas from about 1704 onwards. The second state of this map is very scarce and rarely appears on the market. Ref: Shirley (BI to 1750)
Van Keulen 2. A nice impression on double-thick paper with light soiling and a few short tears in blank margins. There is a small professionally repaired hole in
an unengraved area in Scotland, and a tiny worm hole adjacent to the Island of Man that has been closed on verso with archival tape. Partially remargined at right
and left to accommodate framing. (B)
$1300-1500
396.
Britain (Les Iles Britanniques ou les Royaumes d’Angleterre d’Ecosse et d’Irlande avec les Iles qui en Dependent), La Feuille, Les Tablettes Guerrieres…, ca.
1706. 8.7 x 6.3”. (HC) Very handsome small map decorated with an interesting title cartouche and flanked with columns of heralds. The coat of arms at the top
of the title cartouche is the out-of-date Stuart arms. Ref: Shirley (BI to 1750) La Feuille 1. Issued folding, now pressed with wide margins and very light toning
along folds. (B+)
$160-190
397.
Britain (Carte Generale des Iles Britanniques Contenant l’Angleterre l’Ecosse et l’Irlande), Andriveau-Goujon, Paris, 1842. 24.3 x 34.1”. (HC) A large, detailed
19th century map of the British Isles with information on towns, political boundaries, roads, railroads, canals, rivers and the topography of the land. An inset
at top left shows the Shetland Islands. Surrounded by a decorative keyboard-style border. Dissected and mounted on linen with a printed paper label on verso.
Moderate toning and soiling with a few small separations in linen at fold intersections. (B)
$100-140
398.
Northern England (Westmorland), Morden, Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1695. 16.4 x 14.1”. (HC) A handsome map of Westmorland, a historic county in
northern England now administered by Cumbria. Towns, roads, rivers, mountains, and forested areas are well depicted. The map locates Kendal, Penrith, Kirkby
Lonsdale, Ambleside, Kirky Steven and Abaliaba as well as many smaller villages. The map is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche. Sold by Abel Swale,
Awnsham & John Churchill. A fine impression with attractive color, a few tiny worm tracks along centerfold just south of Kendal, and a professionally repaired
centerfold separation in bottom blank margin. Remargined at right and left with period-correct paper. (B+)
$160-200
399.
Central England (Comitatus Rotelandiae Tabula Nova & Aucta), Morden, Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1695. 14.3 x 11.4”. (HC) This is a close copy of
Saxton and Speed’s work and an early county map with roads delineated. The large towns of Okeham and Uppingham feature a street grid pattern in false 3-D. It
locates forests, villages, rivers and the various districts including East Hundred, Martinsley, The Old Forest of Liefeild, etc. The bordering towns of St. Martins
and the Burley by Stamford in Northamptonshire and Rockingham in Leicestershire are located. Distance scale with dividers, nice compass rose and two fancy
cartouches complete a pleasing composition. Sold by A. Swale and A. Churchil. Wide, original margins with a lovely large watermark of a horse. There is some
minor extraneous creasing, and a small stain in top blank margin, not affecting map. (A)
$100-130
400.
Southwestern England (Glocester Shire), Morden, Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1722. 16.5 x 13.7”. (HC) This county map of Gloucestershire shows the
early road system from Bristol north to Tewkesbury and Campden. The map is divided into Hundreds and displays interesting detail including the locations of
buildings, rivers, bridges and parks. Adorned by an attractive drape-style cartouche and three distance scales. Sold by Abel Swale, Awnsham & John Churchil.
Morden was one of the first English cartographers to show longitudes measured from the meridian of St. Paul’s Cathedral (shown in degrees at the bottom of the
map) and time in minutes measure locally from the sun (shown at the top in Roman numerals). The roads on his maps are based on Ogilby’s earlier survey. The
Britannia was first published by historian William Camden (1551-1623) in 1586. After the publication of the final edition of Britannia in 1637, the work was not
published again until 1695 when Gibson revised and translated the text from the original Latin and included fifty maps, mostly of the English counties, prepared
by Robert Morden, replacing the outdated maps of Christopher Saxton. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CAMD-5c. Watermarked paper with a few minor spots and
faint toning. (B+)
$140-170
401.
Southeastern England, London ([Lewis’ Map of England and Wales S-E Division]), Lewis, Philadelphia, ca. 1850. 34 x 41”. (HC) This is the southeastern sheet
of Lewis’ large and extremely detailed four sheet map of England and Wales. The map displays roads, railroads, parks, cities and towns with London located near
the center of the map. At bottom are the various coats of arms of both the Dioceses in Canterbury and York. Dissected and backed in linen and folds into its own
separate gilt-stamped covers. Light toning with a few minor spots. Front cover and spine are separated and the spine has been reinforced with archival tape.
(B+)
$220-275
402.
Eastern England (Carte de l’Entree de la Tamise avec les Bancs, Passes, Isles et Costes Comprises Entre Sandwich et Clay), Bellin, La Neptune Francois…, Paris,
ca. 1753. 35.3 x 18”. (HC) Large-scale chart of the eastern coastline of Norfolk, Suffolk, and Essex, from Sheringham in the north extending south to the Isle of
Thanet. The handsome sea chart is filled with navigational information at the entrance to the Thames River, including soundings, anchorages, shoals, etc. A large
inset map shows the course of the Thames River from its entrance to London. Two large compass roses orient north to the right. Ref: Pastoureau, NEPTUNE
FRANCAIS C; Shirley (BL Atlases) M.NEP-1b. A crisp impression on heavy, watermarked paper with light offsetting and faint toning along the centerfold.
(A)
$350-450
403.
Hereford, England (Hereford Shire), Morden, London, ca. 1722. 8.9 x 6.8”. (HC) This small county map of Herefordshire shows the early road system, with the
town of Hereford located at the center of the sheet. The county is divided into eleven Hundreds and shows numerous place names, churches, rivers and topography.
Decorated by an attractive title cartouche and three distance scales. Issued folding, now pressed. (A)
$80-100
404.
Huntington, England (Huntington Shire), Morden, Camden’s Britannia, London, ca. 1722. 17 x 14”. (BW) This county map of Huntingtonshire shows the early
road system. The map is divided into Hundreds and displays interesting detail including the locations of buildings, rivers, bridges, and parks. The city of Cambridge
in Cambridgeshire is located at right. There is an attractive drape-style cartouche and three distance scales. Sold by Abel Swale, Awnsham & John Churchil.
Morden was one of the first English cartographers to show longitudes measured from the meridian of St. Paul’s Cathedral (shown in degrees at the bottom of the
map) and time in minutes measured locally from the sun (shown at the top in Roman numerals). The roads on his maps are based on Ogilby’s earlier survey. The
Britannia was first published by historian William Camden (1551-1623) in 1586. After the publication of the final edition of Britannia in 1637, the work was not
published again until 1695 when Gibson revised and translated the text from the original Latin and included fifty maps, mostly of the English counties, prepared
by Robert Morden, replacing the outdated maps of Christopher Saxton. This map is from the subsequent edition of 1722. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.CAMD-5a.
On watermarked paper with light soiling and minor offsetting. Trimmed to neatline at top with minor loss of neatline. (B)
$120-160
405.
London, England (Bowles’s Reduced New Pocket Plan of the Cities of London and Westminster, with the Borough of Southwark, Exhibiting the New Buildings
to 1798), Bowles & Carver, London, 1798. 21.6 x 15”. (HC) This very detailed map of London and vicinity was published at the very end of the 18th century and
covers the area from Knightsbridge east to Shadwell, and Islington south to Newington Butts. The densely filled map shows buildings, churches, roads and parks
with a table at bottom keying 99 churches and 50 public buildings. Published by Bowles & Carver at No. 69 in St. Paul’s Church Yard. Dissected and backed in
linen and folds into a tan paper case. This example is in between states 10 and 11 according to Howgego. Ref: Howgego #168. The linen has separated along
several segments, but the map is still intact overall. Light toning with some soiling at bottom. Slip case is heavily worn, but also still intact. (B)
$600-750
406.
London, England ([Lot of 4] Plan of the East and West India Docks... [and] Plan of the Up Town Warehouses Belonging to the East & West India Dock Company
[and] Plan of the London Docks [and] River Thames with the Docks... [on sheet with] Plan of Liverpool Docks), ca. 1849. (BW) These four maps show the development of the London docks and were published for the Senate during the 2nd Session of the 30th Congress. The largest map, Plan of the East and West India
Docks, shows very good detail of the Eastern and Western docks along the Thames River with several notations along the river’s edge displaying the operating
companies and individual land holders. The lot also includes one small view of the docks at Liverpool.
A. Plan of the East and West India Docks 15th, by C.B. Graham (21.5 x 16.6”). Condition: Issued folding with a few insignificant spots mostly in the blank margins.
(A)
B. Plan of the Up Town Warehouses Belonging to the East & West India Dock Company (8.8 x 8.1”). Condition: Light toning along the centerfold. (B)
C. Plan of the London Docks (9.1 x 5.3”). Condition: Light toning and offsetting. (B)
D. River Thames with the Docks from Blackwall to the Tower [on sheet with] Plan of Liverpool Docks (12.0 x 10.6”). Condition: Issued folding with faint offsetting and one misfold. (B+)
$150-200
407.
England & Wales (Magnae Britanniae Pars Meridionalis, in qua Regnum Angliae tam in Septem Antiqua Anglo-Saxonum Regna…), Homann, Atlas Novus,
Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 19.1 x 22.4”. (HC) This handsome map is based upon Visscher’s map of 1695, delineating counties and showing the boundaries of the
seven Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. The map is decorated by a beautiful cartouche surrounded by angels and the British coat of arms. Two other angels hold the Welsh
armorial shield, and at bottom is a large vignette of the king holding court. The map is densely engraved with detail including roads. This is the second state of
the map without Homann’s privilege Cum Privilegio Sac. Caes. Majestatis. Ref: Shirley (BI to 1750) Homann 3. Original color in map with later coloring in
decorative elements. There is light soiling, a printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold, and several faint damp stains at very bottom of map. (B+)
$350-450
408.
Wales (Cambriae Typus Auctore Humfredo Lhuydo Denbigiense Cambro Britanno), Jansson, Accuratissima Orbis Antiqui Delineatio…, Amsterdam, [1657]. 19.3
x 13.7”. (HC) This superb map of Wales was prepared by Humphrey Lhuyd, an antiquary and philosopher, who is regarded as the first Welsh cartographer. The
map is beautifully engraved and richly decorated with sea monsters, putti, a compass rose, and sailing ships. Blank verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #5500:1B.
Nice impression and color with wide original margins and a bit of printer’s ink residue near title cartouche. The bottom fold has been professionally repaired, well
away from the map. (A)
$800-1000
409.
Wales (Glamorganensis Comitatus; Vulgo Glamorgan Shire), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1658. 20 x 15.1”. (HC) This is a handsome map of Glamorgan fully engraved
to show the topography, forests, parks, cities, and villages. There are several ships in the seas, two cartouches, and the royal arms of Britain and the coat of arms
of Llywelyn the Great, who reigned over Wales for more than 40 years. Spanish text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #5520:2. On watermarked paper with
wide margins. There is a minor abrasion just above the title, slight show-through of text on verso, and an extraneous crease running along the centerfold. (B+)
$220-250
410.
Carmarthenshire, Wales (Caermarden Both Shyre and Towne Described), Speed, Theatre of the Empire of Great Britaine, London, [1616]. 19.9 x 15.1”. (HC)
This is a classic decorative county map from John Speed’s important English atlas. Besides presenting the most up-to-date information in his maps, Speed also
included detailed city plans; in this instance of the town of Carmarthen. This plan shows St. Peter’s Church, the largest parish church in Wales, as well as the River
Towy with two ships sailing through. The map is decorated with the royal coat of arms, the coat of arms of Llywelyn the Great, a compass rose, and a distance
scale. Imprint of John Sudbury and George Humble. Engraved by Jodocus Hondius. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SPE-1c. Backed with old paper. There is light
toning, a small abrasion within the town plan inset, and two short centerfold separation that just enter the neatline and have been closed with archival tape. (B)
$475-600
411.
Holy Island, Wales (Holy-Head Is Most Humbly Dedicated and Presented to Capt. William Wright), Collins, Great Britain’s Coasting Pilot, London, ca. 1693.
22.1 x 17.4”. (HC) This very handsome chart shows Holy Island (historically known as Holyhead Island) and the western coast of the Isle of Anglesey. Only a
few place names appear on the coast, including the town of Holyhead and Penthrine (Penrhyn). The chart shows good navigational detail, with soundings, anchorages, shoals, and rocks. A decorative compass rose orients the chart with north to the left, and four ships sail the surrounding waters. At bottom right is an inset
with a coastal view of the islands of Anglesey and Holy. The decorative title cartouche features two female figures, one holding a cross and a chalice, and the other
holding a serpent. The map is dedicated to Captain William Wright.
In 1681 Capt. Greenville Collins (fl.1669-1694) an officer in the Royal Navy was appointed by the Admiralty to make a complete survey of the coasts of Great
Britain. Prior to this date the charts used by English mariners were copies of Dutch charts that had many inaccuracies. The task of surveying the entire coasts was
formidable and took about 7 years, at the end of which only 46 surveys were finally used in an atlas titled “Great Britain’s Coasting-Pilot Being a New and Exact
Survey of the Sea-Coast of England,” which was first published in 1693. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) M.COLL-1 #18. A nice impression with attractive color printed
on heavy paper. (A)
$240-300
412.
Scotland (Scotiae Tabula), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 18.7 x 13.8”. (BW) Based on Gerard Mercator’s eight-sheet wall map of the
British Isles from 1564, this folio-sized map of Scotland features numerous place names throughout. Adorned with an elaborate strapwork title cartouche and a
small scale of miles cartouche. This is the first state, prior to stippling being added around sea names. French text on verso. Ref: Van den Broecke #18.1; Moir,
p. 24-26, & 164. A dark impression on watermarked paper with wide, original margins, all edges gilt, and a couple of insignificant spots. (A)
$800-1000
413.
Scotland (Nouvelle Carte d’Ecosse, ou l’on Fait Observer l’Etat de la Nobles se: les Villes, et les Bourgs qui Deputent au Parlement, et Diverses…), Chatelain,
Atlas Historique, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 18.2 x 14”. (BW) Beautifully engraved map with good detail throughout and pictorial representations of topography and
towns. The map is roughly 13” x 13” with the title above and tables on either side. These interesting tables list more than 300 towns, villages, baronies, duchies,
viscounts, counts and marquis that are keyed to the map. The Orkney Islands are inset at the upper right. A nice dark impression on a clean sheet of watermarked
paper. (A+)
$325-400
414.
Southern Scotland ([Lot of 2] Caricta Borealis vulgo the Northpart of Carrick [and] Carricta Meridionalis / The South Part of Carrick), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis
Terrarum sive Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, [1654]. (HC) This pair of finely engraved maps depict the historic region of Carrick, now part of South Ayrshire. The
maps, based on the work of Timothy Pont, famous surveyor of Scotland in the late sixteenth century, include great detail of the rivers, cities, villages and castles.
The city of Ayr appears at the top of the northern sheet. Each map features an elaborate title cartouche and scale of miles cartouche, illustrated with regional figures
and putti. Latin text on verso of the southern sheet only.
A. Caricta Borealis vulgo the Northpart of Carrick (20.7 x 16.5”). Condition: Attractive color and wide margins with a hint of offsetting and a bit of printer’s ink
residue. (A)
B. Carricta Meridionalis / The South Part of Carrick (20.7 x 15.1”). Condition: Attractive color and wide margins with light offsetting and some show-through of
text on verso. (B+)
Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) 5825:2 & 5826.2.
$475-600
415.
Southern Scotland (L’Escosse), Mercator/Cloppenburgh, Sauzet’s Atlas Portatif, Amsterdam, ca. 1734. 9.7 x 7.1”. (BW) This charming little map of Scotland
extends to the Outer Hebrides and depicts major towns, including Edinburgh and Glasgow, and key topographical features. This map was first published in 1630
by Jan Cloppenburgh in Dutch, who based these reduced-size maps after those by Mercator/Hondius. This example was issued a century later with French text
by Henri du Sauzet. The number “59” is shown above the plate mark at top right. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.SAUZ-1a; cf. Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.CLOP-1a;
Moir, pg. 184. A dark impression with one small abrasion in the lower border and a tear that just touches the neatline at right that has been . There are separations
along the plate mark at left that have also been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$140-170
416.
Western Scotland (Cantyra Chersonesus, Cantyr a Demie-yland), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum sive Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, [1654]. 19.6 x 16.3”. (HC)
This finely engraved map depicts the peninsula of Kintyre within Argyll and Bute, with north oriented to the right. The map, based on the work of Timothy Pont,
famous surveyor of Scotland in the late sixteenth century, includes great detail of the rivers, villages and castles. An elaborate title cartouche and scale of miles
cartouche decorate the map, both illustrated with putti. Latin text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #5882:2. Attractive color and wide margins with light
offsetting and some show-through of text on verso. (B+)
$325-400
417.
Western Scotland (Knapdalia Provincia, que sub Argathelia Censetur / The Province of Knapdail which is Accounted a Member of Argyll), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis
Terrarum sive Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, [1654]. 21 x 16.6”. (HC) This finely engraved map depicts Knapdale, a rural district of Argyll and Bute in the Scottish
Highlands, just west of Loch Fyne. The map, based on the work of Timothy Pont, famous surveyor of Scotland in the late sixteenth century, includes great detail
of the rivers, cities, villages and castles. An elaborate title cartouche decorates the map, illustrated with putti, sea monsters and mer-people. Latin text on verso.
Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #5881:2. Attractive color and wide margins with light offsetting and some show-through of text on verso. (B+)
$300-375
418.
Western Scotland (A New Map of the Western Isles of Scotland, Drawn from the Latest & Best Authorities [on sheet with] A New & Correct Map of the Counties of Argyle, Bute, and Dumbarton, Drawn from the Latest & Best Authorities), Conder, London, ca. 1790. 13.2 x 8.4”. (BW) Features two maps on one sheet.
The larger image on the right depicts the region from Glasgow north to Inverness, and the smaller map shows the Isle of Skye and the Western Islands (or Outer
Hebrides), including the Isle of Lewis, Harris, North Ulst, South Ulst and Barra. The maps show basic detail of towns, villages, castles and topography and are
adorned by decorative title cartouches. Published by Alexander Hogg at No. 16 Paternoster Row. A nice impression with minor toning along sheet edges. (A)
$180-220
419.
Ireland (Ultoniae Orientalis Pars), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas, sive Cosmographicae Meditationes de Fabrica Mundi…Pars Altera, Amsterdam, [1595]. 15 x 13.8”.
(HC) Superb early map covering Down and Antrim Counties in Northern Ireland. This was one of five Irish maps Gerard Mercator designed for the second part of
his Atlas. It is beautifully engraved with a moiré pattern in the sea, strong topographical features in the interior, and ornamented with a title cartouche incorporating the distance scale. Latin text on verso. Ref: Law, p. 21; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #5941:1.1. A nice, early impression on watermarked paper with original color
in the unique color palette of the early Mercator/Hondius editions. There is light toning along the centerfold and a 5” centerfold separation in image that has been
professionally repaired. (B+)
$350-425
420.
Ireland ([Lot of 7] Hibernia [and] Hibernia Septentr. in qua Ultonia Connatia [and] Connatia [and] Media [and] Hibernia Austral. in qua Momonia Lagenia [and]
Lagenia [and] Udrone), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, 1616. 5.3 x 3.8”. (BW) This matched set of 7 miniature maps
comprise the entire section on Ireland from Bertius’ geographical treatise. Each map is beautifully engraved with a strapwork title cartouche, and several maps
are further adorned with moire-patterned seas, sailing ships, and sea monsters. While the majority of the maps for Bertius’ geographical treatise were engraved by
Jodocus Hondius Jr. after Mercator, the individual maps of England, Scotland and Ireland were engraved by Salomon Rogiers after John Speed. French text on
verso. Size varies slightly. This lot includes:
A. Hibernia
B. Hibernia Septentr. in qua Ultonia Connatia
C. Connatia
D. Media
E. Hibernia Austral. in qua Momonia Lagenia
F. Lagenia
G. Udrone Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99;
Law, pp. 14-18; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #5900:342 - #5930:342. Nice impressions with marginal soiling. (A)
$400-500
421.
Ireland (Hibernia Regnum Vulgo Ireland), Jansson, Nuevo Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1653. 19.8 x 15.2”. (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 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. Spanish text on verso, published between 1653-66. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #5900:1B. A nice impression with wide margins and professional repairs to separations along the centerfold.
(B+)
$650-800
422.
Ireland & England (Nieuwe Pas-Kaert vande Oost Kust van Yrland, Beginnende van de Hoeck van Waterfoort tot aen de Mayds, als mede de West Kust van Engeland van S. David tot Moul van Galoway…), Keulen, Amsterdam, ca. 1681. 22.6 x 19.4”. (HC) Large sea chart covering St. George’s Channel with the coasts of
Ireland and England. Nice detail of the coastlines and islands including anchorages and soundings. Rhumb lines, sailing ships, and compass roses adorn the map
and the title cartouche features a boy and two dogs. A slightly uneven impression, especially around the cartouche, on watermarked paper with excess printer’s
ink along the centerfold. (B+)
$550-750
423.
Northern Europe, Baltic Sea (A New Map of the Baltick &c. Shewing All the Dominions About it, with ye Great or Post Roads and Principal Cross-Roads), Moll,
London, ca. 1763. 24.2 x 20.2”. (HC) This attractive map of northern Europe is filled with details of towns, rivers, roads, and the topography of the land. Political
boundaries are shown and postal routes are noted. An inset at top depicts the entrance to the Baltic Sea between Denmark and Sweden. Decorated by a compass
rose with fleur-de-lis and simple block-style title cartouche. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.MOLL-4d [15]. Issued folding with original outline color and a few small
worm holes. The left and right folds are backed with tissue to reinforce and repair numerous separations, and there is light toning along the folds. (B)
$475-600
424.
Scandinavia (Novissima nec non Perfectissima Scandinaviae Tabula Comprehendens Regnorum Sueciae, Daniae et Norvegiae Distincte Divisam Descriptionem),
Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 23.2 x 19.9”. (HC) This finely detailed map of Scandinavia and the Baltic provides a great deal of information, particularly in Sweden
and along the coastlines. The title cartouche features putti and the coats of arms of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. Bold original color that has been partially
refreshed, with light soiling and a few tiny cracks caused by the oxidation of the green pigment that have been archivally reinforced. Several small chips in blank
margins have been professionally repaired, including two that enter the map border in top corners, with the border expertly replaced in facsimile. (B) $350-425
425.
Scandinavia (Descriptio Vorticis Norvegiae et Bothniae Eorumqe Mirabilium Effectuum, quos in Fluxu et Refluxu Operantur), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld,
Amsterdam, [1682]. 7.7 x 7.8”. (HC) This interesting small map shows Scandinavia with two vortices; one off the western coast of Norway and the other in
the Gulf of Bothnia linked by an underground canal. The one off the coast of Norway is known as the original maelstrom, a name used to describe a destructive
whirlpool. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. Among his theories was the existence of a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs interlinked with a system
of ocean circulation. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.8 x
14.9”. Marginal soiling. (A)
$240-300
426.
Scandinavia (Sweden and Norway Agreeable to Modern History), Moll, Modern History, London, ca. 1720. 10.3 x 7.6”. (HC) A copper engraved map of Sweden
and Norway showing towns, topographical features, and even a few roads. An inset at the top left details the North Cape of Norway. Notations describing the
size of the region and the city of Stockholm appear on either side of the map. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.SALM-1c #17. On watermarked paper with one small
brown spot in the image. (A)
$140-180
427.
Scandinavia ([Lot of 2] A New and Accurate Map of Sweden and Norway from the Sieur Roberts Atlas with Improvements [and] La Suede), Paris, ca. 1765-78.
(HC) A nice duo of eighteenth century maps of Scandinavia, both filled with details of towns, political boundaries, rivers, and topography.
A. A New and Accurate Map of Sweden and Norway from the Sieur Roberts Atlas with Improvements, by John Gibson, from Geographical Dictionary, circa 1765
(11.3 x 7.7”). Gibson’s map includes an inset of Iceland, a compass rose capped with a fleur-de-lis, and an ornate title cartouche. Condition: A few tiny spots.
(A)
B. La Suede, by Didier Robert de Vaugondy, circa 1778 (7.5 x 9.4”). This is the second state. Reference: Pedley #66. Condition: This example has wide margins
as well as some printer’s ink residue and a few errant spots of color. (B+)
$140-180
428.
Scandinavia ([Lot of 2] An Accurate Map of Sweden, Denmark and Norway, from the Best Authorites [and] A New and Correct Map of Norway, Sweden, and
Denmark. From the Latest Geographical Improvements), ca. 1778-82. (BW) A nice pair of eighteenth century maps of Scandinavia, each filled with details of
towns, political boundaries, rivers, and topography.
A. An Accurate Map of Sweden, Denmark and Norway, from the Best Authorites, by Thomas Bowen, from Middleton’s Complete System of Geography</i dated
1778 (10.6 x 8”). Reference: McCorkle (18th C. Geography Books) #280 Vol. II-2 (State 1). Condition: This example has scattered foxing and even toning. (B)
B. A New and Correct Map of Norway, Sweden, and Denmark. From the Latest Geographical Improvements, by George Henry Millar, from Millar’s New Complete
& Universal System of Geography, circa 1782 (10.6 x 8.4”). Reference: McCorkle (18th C. Geography Books) #281-12 (State 1). Condition: A crisp impression
with chips and tears at the bottom edge from where the sheet was taken from its binding, with some of the decorative border missing. (B+)
$110-140
429.
Scandinavia (Royaume de Suede Seconde Carte Suede Ancienne), Tardieu, Paris, ca. 1797. 16.9 x 12.8”. (HC) This map of the Swedish Empire shows the rivers
and mountain ranges of the region. Features three distance scales. Engraved by Andre. A nice impression on bluish watermarked paper with slight toning along
the centerfold, a little bit of offsetting, and a few faint spots. (B+)
$140-170
430.
Scandinavia ([Lot of 3] Sweden and Norway [and] Sweden and Norway [and] Sweden Denmark Norway and Finland from the Best Authorities), London, ca. 180720. (HC) A nice lot of English maps of Scandinavia from the nineteenth century, each filled with details of towns, political boundaries, rivers, and topography.
A. Sweden and Norway, by Charles Smith, circa 1820 (10.3 x 13.9”). Engraved by E. Jones. Condition: On watermarked paper with minor foxing.
B. Sweden and Norway, by John C. Russell, circa 1820 (7.9 x 9.7”). Condition: Light offsetting from an opposing page.
C. Sweden Denmark Norway and Finland from the Best Authorities, by Brightly & Kinnersly, dated 1807 (8.5 x 7.1”). Engraved by Barlow. Condition: A slightly
uneven impression on watermarked paper with faint text transfer from an opposing page. (B+)
$140-180
431.
Scandinavia ([Lot of 2] The Northern Provinces of Sweden and Norway with Part I, of Russia [and] Sweden and Norway), ca. 1834. (HC) This pair of English
maps shows Sweden, Norway, and surrounding areas during the nineteenth century, depicting towns, rivers, topography, and political divisions.
A. The Northern Provinces of Sweden and Norway with Part I, of Russia, by SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, dated 1834 (15.5 x 12.3”).
Engraved by J. & C. Walker. Condition: The margins have been trimmed close to the neatline with a tiny portion of the distance scale at left missing and there are
a couple short edge tears far from the neatline. (B+)
B. Sweden and Norway, by Henry Teesdale, circa 1834 (13.3 x 16.3”). Drawn and engraved by J. Dowen. Condition: A nice impression with faint soiling. (A)
$120-150
432.
Southern Sweden (Ducatus Uplandia), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19.8 x 15.2”. (HC) A decorative map of the area around Stockholm
with well-engraved detail of the interconnected waterways from the Baltic through to Lake Malaren and its tributaries. The map is embellished with a number of
coats of arms with the heraldry for Uppsala being the most prominent. The map is dedicated to Michael Le Blon in the lower left, while farmers and allegorical
figures flank the title cartouche on the right. This is the first state with Latin text on verso, published between 1640-43. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #1435:2.1. A
fine impression on watermarked paper with original margins and minor offsetting. (A)
$400-500
433.
Norway (Norvegia Regnum Divisum in suos Dioeceses Nidrosiensem, Bergensem, Opsloensem, et Stavangriensem et Praefecturam Bahusiae...), Wit, Amsterdam,
ca. 1680. 20 x 23.5”. (HC) Handsome map of Norway fully engraved with political boundaries, towns, and the topography of the land. An inset at top left depicts
the northern coastline. The map is adorned with a decorative title cartouche surrounded by putti and the coat of arms of the region. A nice impression with a
few tiny worm tracks near the centerfold at far right and a centerfold separation at left that extends 0.5” into the image and has been closed on verso with archival
tape. (B+)
$650-800
434.
Baltic (A Chart of the Baltick or East Sea. Gulf of Finland &c.), Moll, London, ca. 1710. 13.8 x 11.3”. (BW) A scarce chart of the Baltic Sea focusing only on
the coastlines. The elegant map centers on a decorative compass rose with radiating rhumb lines. On watermarked paper with minor toning along the centerfold,
a printer’s smudge, and a few edge tears confined to the blank margins. (A)
$140-180
435.
Denmark (Royaume de Danemarq), Sanson, Cartes Generales de Toutes les Parties du Monde…, Paris, 1658. 20.5 x 15.9”. (HC) The handsome map, engraved
in Sanson’s distinctive style, is centered on Sjaelland and covers all of Denmark and part of southern Sweden where a dramatic title cartouche obscures the interior.
Engraved by R. Cordier. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON V A #29. A nice, early impression on watermarked paper with original outline color and later color in the
cartouche. There are a couple of insignificant spots and light toning along sheet edges. (A)
$300-400
436.
Denmark (Regni Daniae, in quo sunt Ducatus Holsatia et Slesvicum, Insulae Danicae, Provinciae Iutia Scania Blekingia &c. Nova Tabula), Homann, Nuremberg,
ca. 1738. 22.5 x 19.3”. (HC) This magnificent map covers all of Denmark, the northern tip of Germany and the southern tip of Sweden. The land is fully engraved
with mountains, forests and cities. The title cartouche is quite elaborate with a host of livestock and the traditional woodwose standing guard over the coat of arms
in the center. Original color on heavy paper with light soiling and some color offsetting. (B+)
$240-300
437.
Northern Denmark (Iutiae Tabula in quae sunt Dioeceses Alburgensis, Wiburgensis, Ripensis et Arhusiensis quae et sunt Divisiae in Omnia Dominia), Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 18.9 x 23.1”. (HC) This beautifully engraved map covers the northern and western portions Denmark. The map is filled with minute detail of
fortresses, cities, towns and tiny villages. Adorned by a very decorative title cartouche flanked by local herders and a distance scale cartouche held up by a putto.
A fine impression with light toning along the centerfold and a few small wormholes near the centerfold at far right. (B+)
$400-500
438.
Netherlands, Germany (Gueldre Espagnole, ou Quartier de Ruremonde dans le Duche de Gueldre), Sanson/Jaillot, Paris, 1692. 21.7 x 16.7”. (HC) Attractive
engraving covering the area of the Spanish possessions in Gelderland with the towns of Roermond and Venlo at center. The map is filled with tiny villages, towns,
lakes and rivers. Adorned by a decorative strapwork title cartouche and five distance scales. Original color with moderate toning, several brown stains, and a
few small centerfold separations that have been closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
$200-250
439.
Central Netherlands (Hollandiae Septentrionalis & Frisiae Occidentalis Accuratissima Delineatio), Ram, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 23.3 x 19.7”. (HC) This attractive
map depicts Amsterdam and the area directly to the north of the great city, extending to Den Helder. The tiny street patterns of the major cities are shown along
with good detail of the surrounding provinces. At bottom right is an inset of the Wadden Islands from Texel to the tip of Ameland. The map is adorned with an
allegorical title cartouche featuring Mercury, a satyr, and a river god. Lovely original color that has been partially refreshed, with light soiling and two small
holes in unengraved areas that have been professionally repaired. There are light damp stains at far right and left, and the map has been remargined at right and
left with neatline skillfully replaced in facsimile. (B)
$400-500
440.
Southern Netherlands (Hollandiae Pars Meridionalior, Vulgo Zuyd-Holland), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 22.4 x 18.4”. (HC) This attractive map is centered
on De Biesbosch, now known as one of the last freshwater tide areas in Europe. The map extends to include Breda, Dordrecht, and Gouda. The tiny street patterns
of the major cities are shown along with good detail of the surrounding provinces. A compass rose, several sailing ships, and a title cartouche featuring putti and
a river god decorate the map. Lovely original color that has been partially refreshed with light soiling, a professionally repaired centerfold separation at bottom,
and several small chips and tears in blank margins that have also been professionally repaired.. (B+)
$350-425
441.
Southwestern Netherlands (Delflandia, Schielandia et Circumjacentes Insulae ut Voorna, Overflackea, Goerea, Yselmonda et Aliae, ex Conatibus Geographicis),
Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 22.3 x 18.3”. (HC) This detailed road map shows the estuary of the River Maas and extends from ‘s-Gravenhage to Gouda in
the north and from Ouddorp to Steenbergen in the south. Cities, such as Rotterdam, Delft, and Brielle are depicted with miniature bird’s-eye plans. A compass
rose orients north to the top right, and the map is further adorned with sailing ships, some engaged in battle, and a drape-style title cartouche held aloft by putti.
Lovely original color that has been partially refreshed, light soiling, professionally repaired centerfold separations at top and bottom, and faint damp stains that just
enter map borders at right and left. (B+)
$400-500
442.
Deventer, Netherlands (Liberae et Hanseaticae Urbis Davetriesis Delineatio), Guicciardini, Florence, ca. 1612. 12.6 x 9.3”. (BW) Charming bird’s-eye plan of
the city of Deventer based on the plan by Braun and Hogenberg. Decorated with ships in the river, windmills, costumed figures, coats of arms, and a strapwork
title cartouche. Italian text on verso. This example has ample margins, light show-through of text on verso, and a couple of small spots at bottom. (B+)
$160-200
443.
Utrecht, Netherlands (Episcop. Ultraiectinus Auct. Balthazaro Florentio a Berkenrode), Hondius, Amsterdam, 1628. 19.3 x 14.8”. (HC) This detailed map centers
on the province of Utrecht and its surroundings, showing some cities as miniature plans as well as many towns, rivers, roads, canals, and various topographical
features. The Utrecht Hill Ridge (here labeled as Amers Foorder Berch) features prominently east of the city of Utrecht, and the Rhine flows along the bottom of
the map. At top right, a couple sailboats appear in the Zuiderzee along with a decorative title cartouche, and a man in local dress carries a distance scale near the
Utrecht-Gelderland border. Engraved by Evert Sijmonszoon Hamersveldt. French text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #3660:1.1. This example has old
color and sizable margins as well as light scattered foxing. There are several short tears along the sheet’s edges and centerfold separations at top and bottom, none
of which enter into image. (B+)
$200-240
444.
Port of Amsterdam, Netherlands ([Untitled - The Personification of Amsterdam Riding in Neptune’s Chariot]), ca. 1700. 10.1 x 7.6”. (HC) Interesting engraving of the port of Amsterdam by Ludolf Bakhuizen. A man-of-war and other ships fill the port, while in the foreground a female figure representing the might of
Amsterdam rides with Neptune on his chariot, pulled along by a hippocamp and a unicorn. On watermarked paper with light toning and a few unobtrusive spots.
(B+)
$190-220
445.
Maastricht, Netherlands (Battle of Maestricht), Tindal, Tindal’s Continuation of Mr. Rapin’s History of England, London, ca. 1745. 18.6 x 15.4”. (BW) Fabulous
battle plan that shows the troop locations in the fields outside of the fortified city of Maastricht. This scene depicts a major battle in the War of the Spanish Succession. A large, elaborate cartouche contains another title, Plan of the Camp of the Army of the Allies, Commanded by Monsr. D’Auverquerque, and the Manner In
Which It Was Drawn Up In Battle, When the Army of the Two Crowns Advanced to Attack It May 14th 1703. Engraved by James Basire. Issued folding with
narrow but adequate margins, faint scattered foxing, remnants of hinge tape on verso, and a short fold separation outside the neatline. (B+)
$120-160
446.
Luxembourg (Ducatus Lutzenburgi Novissima et Accuratissima Delineatio), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 22.4 x 18.4”. (HC) This striking map of Luxembourg and its surroundings includes the cities of Metz, Trier, Leige, and Namur. There is great detail of mountains, forests, villages, fortified cities and roads. The
map is embellished with title and distance scale cartouches surrounded by putti. Lovely original color that has been partially refreshed and a few small spots.
Remargined at right and left with neatline at left expertly replaced in facsimile. (B+)
$275-350
447.
Western Europe (Tabula Europae III), Munster, Geographia Universalis…, Philadelphia, ca. 1552. 13.3 x 10.8”. (BW) This is a woodcut map of France and the
Low Countries west of the Rhine river. The map is typically Ptolemaic - set within a trapezoidal frame with rope-like mountain ranges and broad rivers. The place
names Parisij and Alpes are recognizable, but many of the other Roman place names are not. Latin text on verso marked page 5. There is a stain on verso that
is just barely visible in the bottom right corner of the map image, else fine. (A)
$250-300
448.
Western Europe (Imperii Romani, Distracta. Pars Occidentalis...), Bonne, Atlas Encyclopedique, Paris, ca. 1787. 9.3 x 13.7”. (HC) This copper engraved map
covers the regions once controlled by Rome, which include all of Europe west of Russia and the northern coast of Africa. A large compass rose and four distance
scales flank the title. Engraved by Andre. On watermarked paper with scattered foxing. (B)
$70-90
449.
Bay of Biscay & English Channel (Pas-Kaart van de Bocht van Vrankryk Biscaien en Galissen ‘t Inkomen van ‘t Canaal als Meden ‘t Canaal van Bristol ende
Zuyd Kust van Yrland), Keulen, Amsterdam, 1693. 23.5 x 20.5”. (HC) Fine early chart of the Bay of Biscay depicting the coasts of southern England and Ireland,
the western coast of France, and the northern coast of Spain. The chart identifies anchorages, soundings, shoals, and numerous place names along the coasts. In
addition to a title cartouche flanked by cherubs, the chart is also embellished with two sailing vessels and a compass rose orienting north to the left. Drawn under
the direction of Johannes Van Keulen (1635-1689), a famous Dutch chartmaker and seller, working in Amsterdam in the mid-seventeenth century. This chart is
quite rare - we have only seen one other example of this map on the market in the last 30 years and one other example held in a public library. Good margins
with a faint damp stain at top, entering 2” into map, and another in bottom blank margin along centerfold. (B+)
$800-1000
450.
France (Dept. de la Seine), Levasseur, Atlas National Illustre, Paris, ca. 1850. 17.4 x 12.2”. (HC) This decorative map shows Paris and the vicinity surrounded
by lavishly engraved scenes representing the products, arts, and centers for learning in the city. Light scattered foxing primarily confined to the blank margins.
(B+)
$100-130
451.
Northern France (Carte Geologique du Departement de la Seine-Inferieure et des Parties Limitrophes des Departements Voisins), Tardieu, Paris, 1832. 31.1 x
22.1”. (HC) This geological map depicts a portion of Haute-Normandie, with Rouen located roughly at center. The map shows the mouth of the Seine River and
extends east to Beauvais (in the region of Picardie) and as far north as Dieppe and Eu. A color-coded legend identifies 10 different geological units, including
gypsum and chalk. Scores of towns, roads and rivers are also shown. Published by Ant. Passy. Dissected and mounted on linen with a hand-written paper label
on verso. Original color with light soiling. A few of the dissected panels are separating from the linen in some spots. (B+) $120-150
452.
Lille, France (Insula, Vulgo Lille, Belgice Riissel), Blaeu, Novum Ac Magnum Theatrum Urbium Belgicae, Amsterdam, [1649]. 19.4 x 15.1”. (BW) This superb
bird’s-eye plan of the town of Lille was published in Blaeu’s town book of the Netherlands. The center of the town is dominated by a large market place and several
towering cathedrals, including Saint-Maurice and Saint-Etienne, one of the largest Jesuit churches in France. A numbered key within the title cartouche identifies
six other locations on the plan. The city’s coat of arms appears at top right, mirrored by the arms of the Dutch Republic at left. Latin text on verso. Ref: Shirley
(BL Atlases) T.BLA-2c. A fine impression on a clean sheet with wide margins. There is minor toning and a few damp stains along sheet edges, far from image.
(A)
$400-550
453.
Paris, France (Prospectus Amphitheatri Anatomici Constructi Regnante Ludovico Magno... / Veue de l’Amphitheatre Anatomique Construit sous le Regne de
Louis le Grand...), Perelle, Paris, 1694. 14.8 x 19.9”. (HC) This view depicts the Amphitheater of Anatomy constructed during Louis XIV’s reign in the late
17th century for the French Royal College of Surgeons. Anatomical amphitheaters began appearing during the Renaissance and continued to be constructed as
human surgery evolved as a specific discipline. The very ornate theater is filled with windows in the dome to provide superior lighting, and is surrounded by four
allegorical figures. Below the amphitheater is an attractive scene of Paris along the Seine River. Engraved by Charles Simonneau and Adam Perelle. A strong
impression on watermarked paper with remnants of hinge tape on verso. (A+)
$550-700
454.
Paris, France (Nouveau Plan Routier de la Ville et Faubourgs de Paris Divise en Douze Mairies), 1813. 30.3 x 21.7”. (HC) This detailed bird’s-eye plan of
Paris is divided into 12 arrondissements (mairies). Numerous tables flank the map with lists of arrondissements, parishes, streets, streets that have changed name,
markets, docks, and prisons. Published by Journeaux l’Aine. Folds into orange paper boards with a paper label on front cover. Original color on heavy, bluish
watermarked paper with light toning along folds, a few short fold separations, and a couple of stains. Covers are stained and worn. (B)
$200-250
455.
Paris, France (Nouveau Plan de Paris), Hachette, Paris, 1856. 30.8 x 25.9”. (HC) This detailed folding plan of Paris shows all the streets and boulevards as well
as monuments and places of interest, including the Louvre and Notre Dame. The map folds into black embossed cloth covers and contains a 31 pp. street directory.
Drawn by Vuillemin and engraved by E. George. Issued folding and backed with linen. There are numerous light stains in the image and the front cover and
attached street directory are detached. (B)
$150-190
456.
Spain & Portugal (Regni Hispaniae Post Omnium Editiones Locuplettissima Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1601]. 19.5 x 14.8”.
(HC) This is a very attractive map of the Iberian peninsula surrounded by stipple engraved seas, in which there are ships and sea monsters. The land is full of cities, mountains and forests. A large strapwork title cartouche and scale of miles with a divider ornament the map. Latin text on verso, published between 1601-12.
Ref: Van den Broecke #25. Attractive color on watermarked paper with a couple of professionally repaired centerfold separations. (A)
$500-650
457.
Spain & Portugal (Les Frontieres d’Espagne et de Portugal…), Fer, Atlas ou Recueil de Cartes Geographiques…, Paris, 1705. 17 x 22.5”. (HC) This detailed
map of Portugal and southwestern Spain is divided into provinces and filled with rivers, roads, and place names. Lisbon, Madrid, Seville and numerous other
large cities are depicted with miniature bird’s-eye views. The title cartouche lists the longitudes and latitudes of the major cities. Ref: Pastoureau, FER II C [72].
Watermarked paper with original outline color and wide margins. There is toning, light offsetting, a few printer’s creases, and a few spots. (B)
$350-425
458.
Northwestern Spain (La Catalogna li Regni di Aragona, ed Alta Navarra di Novissima Projezione), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, 1775. 15.2 x 11.2”. (HC)
This striking map focuses on three of Spain’s autonomous communities: Catalonia, Aragon, and Navarre. The mountainous topography of these areas is depicted
along with many towns and rivers. The map extends beyond northwestern Spain to show the Spanish-French border, a bit of Basque Country, and Valencia. The
wonderful title cartouche provides a glimpse into the rural activity in the region. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1a, Vol. 1 #16. On watermarked paper with
original color and ample margins, light toning along the centerfold, and a couple of notations in pen strictly confined to the blank margins. (B+)
$160-190
459.
Southern Spain (Hispalensis Conventus Delineatio, Auctore Hieronymo Chiaues), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1579. 18 x 13.7”. (BW) This
detailed map of Andalusia is from the now lost map by Spanish royal cosmographer Jeronimo de Chaves. The map is centered on Seville and includes the Bay of
Cadiz. It is finely engraved to depict the topography and features a sea battle and several monsters off Cadiz. Each corner is adorned with a cartouche or compass
rose. This is the second state with stippling added in the seas. French text on verso, published in 1598. Ref: Van den Broecke #28. A nice impression on watermarked paper with wide, original margins, all edges gilt, and just a couple of spots in blank margins. (A)
$400-475
460.
Eastern Spain (Valentiae Regni, olim Contestanorum si Ptolemaeo, Edetanorum si Plinio Credimus Typus), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1584.
19.5 x 13.7”. (HC) This is Ortelius’ second map of the ancient Kingdom of Valencia. Presented in his strong engraving style with a stipple engraved sea, the
map is embellished with large strapwork cartouches, a sailing ship and a galley. The map is oriented with north to the right and is filled with detail of hundreds
of villages. The cursive lettering for Maris Mediterranei Pars distinguishes this plate from the first plate. French text on verso, published in 1598. Ref: Van den
Broecke #30. Wide, original margins and all edges gilt with an archivally repaired centerfold separation that enters 5” into map at top. (B+)
$800-950
461.
Central Europe (Typus Hydrophylacii Intra Alpes Rhaeticas, quod Sundit Totius Europae Celeberrima Flumina; Uti Patet), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld,
Amsterdam, [1682]. 7.6 x 6.1”. (HC) This is an interesting map of the Alps, the great mountain range of south-central Europe. It depicts a huge mountain in
Switzerland with a huge underground lake that is the source of all the major river systems in the region. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, an immense and
amazing work covering all aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within the earth’s interior - from dragons, to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and
volcanoes. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics,
geography, geology, and chemistry. He suggested the existence of a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs, as well as the theory that subterranean
temperatures increase directly in proportion to depth. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet
of Dutch text measuring 9.8 x 14.9”. Marginal soiling. (A)
$200-230
462.
Central Europe, Germany (Tab. IV. Europae, Germaniam et Galliam Belgicam Exhibens...), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s Atlas Tabulae Geographicae
Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, [1730]. 15.9 x 13.4”. (HC) This fine map of ancient Germany is beautifully engraved to illustrate the topography and cities and
is embellished with a strapwork title cartouche. The most striking feature of the map is the depiction of Denmark as a non-descript finger of land and a group of
islands including one very large one labeled Scandia proprie dicta. 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. This is the third state with
a re-engraved title cartouche and the addition of a grid, published by R. and J. Westenios and Guil. Smith. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #235-22; Van der Krogt
(Vol. I) #0904:1.3. Nice impression and color on watermarked paper with light toning along sheet edges, far from image. (A) $220-300
463.
Rhine River (Totius Fluminis Rheni Novissima Descriptio), Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 20.8 x 18.2”. (HC) Two maps one sheet, one above the other, charting
the course of the Rhine River. Beginning on the top map, from its spring at the Bodensee in Switzerland, the river flows through the eastern part of Germany and
transitions to the bottom map to show its course through western Germany, the Netherlands and into the North Sea. The upper map has a decorative title cartouche
attended by the trumpeting Angel of Fame, a Roman soldier, and a pair of devotees of Bacchus. The lower map is decorated with mer-people and sailing ships.
Original color on watermarked paper with one tiny hole near title cartouche, minor color transfer, and areas of toning. There is a centerfold separation that enters
3/4” into map at bottom. (B)
$275-350
464.
Germany (Ducatus Meklenburgici Tabula Generalis Continens Duc. Vandaliae et Meklenburg Comitatum et Episcopatum Swerinensem Rostochiense et Stargardiense Dominium), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 22.8 x 19.3”. (HC) Bold, decorative map covers the region from Holstein and Lubeck in the west to Rugia
and Pomerania in the east. The principal cities include Lubeck, Schwerin, Rostock, Gustrow, Stralsund, and Waren. Several chubby putti surround the large title
cartouche with the coat of arms. Bright color and a crisp impression on a clean sheet with a centerfold separation just entering the neatline at bottom that has
been closed with archival tape on verso. (A)
$200-250
465.
Eastern Germany (Intervalla Viaeque Publicae Electoratus Saxoniae…), Seutter, Augsburg, ca. 1756. 37.8 x 22.3”. (HC) This is a rare and extremely interesting postal map of Saxony. The map is centered on the course of the Elbe, from Magdeburg to Prague and extends from Gotha to the Silesiae (Polish) boundary.
It emphasizes the postal roads with the distances between the larger towns and villages noted. The large map is embellished with a title cartouche and a quaint
allegorical scene showing the messenger, Mercury, in a chariot drawn by four Pegasus steeds, and another of the hunting goddess, Diana, in her chariot drawn by
a pair of stags. Printed on two joined sheets, as issued. Issued folding, with two tiny splits at fold intersections, minor toning and soiling, and some light damp
stains in the margins. (B+)
$300-400
466.
Northern Poland (Prussiae Descrip.), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) This tiny map of the Prussian region or
present-day Poland is oriented with north to the left. It is adorned with a sailing ship and a strapwork title cartouche. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.4 x 7.6”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with
marginal soiling, minor show-through of text on verso, and a light damp stain along bottom edge of sheet. (A)
$110-140
467.
Silesia, Poland (Comitatus Glatz), Jansson, Atlas Novus, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 17.9 x 14.9”. (HC) Handsome map of the Silesia region with Glatz at center.
The forested region was renowned for its wild game and the map includes tiny illustrations of the wildlife. Two dogs paw at an armillary sphere atop the decorative title cartouche, and another cartouche encloses the distance scale and key. A coat of arms adorns the upper left corner. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #2960:1.2.
There is light toning along the centerfold, a 1/2” centerfold separation that has been closed with hinge tape on verso, and a long extraneous crease to the left of the
centerfold. (B)
$160-200
468.
Czech Republic (Bohemia), Mercator/Hondius, Amsterdam, ca. 1606. 19 x 13.5”. (HC) This fine map of Bohemia is centered on Prague. It is boldly engraved in
Mercator’s style with mountains, forests and hundreds of tiny villages. Two strapwork cartouches at bottom hold the title and distance scale. Latin text on verso.
Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #2850:1A. Old color on watermarked paper with wide margins, light printer’s ink residue, and some stains confined to the edges of
sheet due to the use of non-archival tape on verso, and a chip in top left corner. There is a small crack at left caused by the oxidation of the green pigment that has
been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
$300-375
469.
Czech Republic (Bohemia), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.4 x 3.9”. (BW) A charming miniature map of
the historical region of Bohemia, with Prague shown at top center. Dozens of towns, forested areas, and the extensive river system in the region are shown. French
text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #2850:342. A fine impression on watermarked paper. (A+)
$110-140
470.
Czech Republic ([Lot of 2] An Accurate Map of the Marquisate of Moravia, from the Sieur Robert: with Improvements [and] An Accurate Map of the Kingdom
of Bohemia Drawn from the Best Authorities), Rollos, Barrow’s Geographical Dictionary, London, ca. 1759. 11.3 x 7.6”. (BW)
A. An Accurate Map of the Marquisate of Moravia.... Shows the region of Moravia bordering Austria and Hungary and adorned by a decorative title cartouche.
B. An Accurate Map of the Kingdom of Bohemia. At attractive map centered on Prague with roads, rivers and place names depicted. A decorative title cartouche
is located at bottom right.
Nice impressions with a couple of tiny, insignificant spots. (A)
$120-150
471.
Switzerland (Roadmap of Switzerland / Reisfahrig der Schweiz / Carta Stradale della Svizzera / Carte Routiere de la Suisse), 1855. 36 x 25.5”. (HC) This densely
engraved map of Switzerland is translated into four languages: English, German, Italian and French. The topography of the land is well-depicted, and a detailed
legend at bottom identifies everything from towns of various sizes, railroads, post roads, horse trails, canals, tunnels, and forts to pilgrimages, ruins, cheese factories,
caverns, battle fields, and more. In the four corners are inset maps of the neighboring regions. On verso are miniature bird’s-eye plans of Geneva, Basel, Bern and
Zurich as well as a table of distances between towns and other statistical information. Engraved by H. H. Mullhaupt and published by H. F. Leuthold. Dissected
and mounted on linen and housed in a paper board slipcase. Very light soiling and wear. Slipcase is lightly soiled and worn. (B+)
$120-150
472.
Eastern Switzerland (Alpinae seu Foederatae Rhaetiae Suditarumque ei Terrarum Nova Descriptio), Blaeu, Tooneel des Aerdrycx, oft Nieuwe Atlas, Amsterdam,
ca. 1642. 19.7 x 15”. (HC) Handsome map of eastern Switzerland and northern Italy around Lake Como. The region is known as Graubunden, which was once
part of a Roman province called Raetia. The map highlights the fortifications along the Adda River, as well as provides excellent information on the topography,
cities and tiny villages throughout the region. Each corner of the map is adorned with a decorative cartouche. The title cartouche credits Philip Cluver and features
a soldier and river gods, and the cartouche at top right dedicates the map to Hadrianus Pauw. Dutch text on verso, published between 1642-43. Ref: Van der Krogt
(Vol. II) #4940:2.1. Old color and wide margins with some printer’s ink residue, marginal soiling, and an archivally repaired centerfold separation in bottom margin.
(B+)
$350-450
473.
Austria ([Lot of 2] A New Map of the Circle of Austria; from the Best Authorities [and] A View of the City of Vienna), London, ca. 1759-60. (BW)
A. A New Map of the Circle of Austria; from the Best Authorities, by George Rollos, from Barrow’s New Geographical Dictionary, circa 1759 (11.3 x 7.6”). Shows
towns and cities, topography and watershed with the Danube boldly depicted. Adorned by a decorative title cartouche. Condition: (A)
B. A View of the City of Vienna, from Royal Magazine, circa 1760 (8.6 x 6.5”). Attractive view of the city with the Danube River shown passing through it.
Condition: Issued folding with light foxing. (B)
$120-150
474.
Hungary (Hungaria Regnum), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 20.4 x 16.7”. (HC) Budapest is at the heart of this handsome map. It
covers most of present day Hungary, but also includes a bit of Austria with Vienna in the upper left corner. Richly engraved with mountains, cities and forests and
a title cartouche with the coat of arms, a river god, Pan, a cherub, and a female figure symbolizing the bounty of the land. Latin text on verso, published between
1640-43. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2800:2A. A fine impression on watermarked paper with light soiling and a long centerfold separation that has been professionally repaired. There are tears that enter 5” into map at top and 5.5” at bottom that have also been professionally repaired. Remargined at bottom to better
accommodate framing. (B)
$200-230
475.
Eastern Europe, Russia (Moschovia Nuova Tavola), Ruscelli, La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Allessadrino…, Venice, ca. 1564. 9.3 x 7”. (HC) An early map
that includes portions of present-day Latvia and Lithuania, Belarus and the Ukraine. Riga and Vilnius are both named, and the map is filled with pictorial representations of topography as well as small tents to represent Tartar camps. Italian text on verso with large historiated letter “P.” A nice impression on watermarked
paper with light toning along centerfold and a small worm hole in bottom blank margin. (B+)
$200-250
476.
Eastern Europe (Poland Lithuania and Prussia), Jefferys, London, ca. 1758. 8.1 x 6.8”. (HC) Interesting map of Eastern Europe, showing political divisions,
towns, rivers, forests, and mountains. A decorative title cartouche appears in a Russia bereft of detail. Issued folding with faint offsetting. (A)
$140-170
477.
Russia (Tabula Russiae … M.DC.XIIII), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1635. 21.5 x 16.8”. (HC) This is Blaeu’s version of Hessel Gerritsz’ rare and significant map of
Russia, which he compiled from manuscripts brought back by Isaac Massa. The map covers the European part of the Russian Empire extending from Poland to the
steppes of Tartary, and from the Mourmanskoy More (Barents Sea) to the Black and Caspian Seas. The large inset plan of Moscow is attributed to the Crown Prince
Fydor Gudonov. The map is richly decorated with a large title cartouche, sailing ships, a compass rose, three Russian gentlemen, and an inset view of Archangel
Sckagoroda. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #1800:2.1. A lovely old colored example with original margins. There is a professionally repaired
centerfold separation that enters 3” into map at bottom. (B+)
$3000-3750
478.
Russia (Partie Septentrionale de la Russie Europeenne ou sont Distingues Exactement toutes les Provinces d’apres le Detail de l’Atlas Russien), Robert de Vaugondy,
Atlas Universel, Paris, 1753. 23.3 x 18.8”. (HC) This large and remarkably detailed map covers the region from the Gulf of Finland and St. Petersburg east to
the Ural Mountains, here called the Monts Payas. Riga in Poland is located and Moscow is shown in the extreme south within the map’s border. Most of Finland
and northwestern Russia is included. Details include mountains, rivers, forests and scores of place names. The large decorative title cartouche fills the upper left
corner. Ref: Pedley #79. Original outline color on heavy, watermarked paper with very light centerfold toning and a few minor spots in the image. (B+)
$200-250
479.
Southern Russia (Partie Meridionale de Moscovie Dressee par G. de l’Isle), Ottens, Amsterdam, ca. 1730. 21.7 x 16.4”. (HC) Boldly engraved map depicts the
southern part of the Russian Empire including Moscow and part of present-day Ukraine. The map is based on Delisle’s important map of the region with revisions
by Ottens. A fine impression with original color, wide margins, and one tiny hole in image. (A)
$275-350
480.
Southwestern Russia (Russiae, Vulgo Moscovia, Pars Australis. Auctore Isaaco Massa), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 20.8 x 15.3”.
(HC) This map covers the southwestern part of the Russian Empire bordering the Caucasus. The cities of Moscow, Smolensk, Vologda, Nizhniy Novgorod, and
Azov are depicted with miniature castles, and smaller towns are shown along the river systems in the region. The map is elaborately embellished with richly dressed
people and wild animals flanking three cartouches. The strapwork title cartouche credits the map to Isaac Massa, who visited Moscow in the early 1600s. The
imprint of Johann and Cornelius Blaeu is at bottom, just left of centerfold. Latin text on verso, published between 1640-43. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #1802:2.
A fine impression on watermarked paper with a professionally repaired centerfold separation at top. (A)
$350-450
481.
Western Russia (A New Map of Moscovy from the Latest Observations), Senex, Geography Anatomiz’d: or, the Geographical Grammar, London, ca. 1730. 7 x
6.2”. (HC) A detailed map of western Russia from the Gulf of Finland to the Caspian Sea. Political boundaries, towns, rivers, and topography are all well depicted.
Published by Patrick Gordon. Issued folding with toning and light offsetting. Remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B)
$110-140
482.
Novaya Zemlya, Russia ([Lot of 3] Carte des Pais Habites par les Samojedes et Ostiacs [and] Partie de la Mer Glaciale, Contenant la Nouvelle Zemble et le Pais des
Samoiedes [and] Carte du Detroit de Waeigats, ou de Nassau), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, ca. 1758. (HC) Attractive lot of three maps
focusing on the island of Novaya Zemlya, here named Nouvelle Zemle, off Russia’s northwestern Arctic coast. The Russian mainland is shown with mountains,
rivers, and inlets, and the location of the Samoyedic people is noted. The first two maps show the entire island along with the northern coast of Russia, while the
third map details the southern part of Novaya Zemlya and the Kara Strait.
A. Carte des Pais Habites par les Samojedes et Ostiacs (9.6 x 6.3”). Condition: Watermarked paper with some light toning along centerfold.
B. Partie de la Mer Glaciale, Contenant la Nouvelle Zemble et le Pais des Samoiedes (13.7 x 8.5”). Condition: Watermarked paper with a few small spots. Remargined at left and right.
C. Carte du Detroit de Waeigats, ou de Nassau (12.0 x 7.8”). Condition: Watermarked paper with some light toning along sheet edges. (B+)
$140-180
483.
Ukraine (Taurica Chersonesus nostra Aetate Przecopsca, et Gazara Dicitur), Mercator, Amsterdam, ca. 1609. 15.8 x 12.3”. (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. The interior is filled with large forests and mountains with little information on settlements except along the rivers.
It is embellished with small strapwork title cartouches. French text on verso. Ref: Vavrichin et al, p. 140-41; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #1890:1A.1. Original color
and wide margins on watermarked paper with light toning and minor creasing along the centerfold. There is discoloration in the blank margins due to the use of
non-archival tape on verso, far from map image. (B+)
$300-375
484.
Ukraine (Taurica Chersonesus, Nostra Aetate Przecopsca, et Gazara Dicitur), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19.8 x 15.1”. (HC) Attractive map of the region north of the Black Sea based on Mercator with the toponym from medieval portolan charts. The map covers the region from Moscow in
the north to the Black Sea and from the mouth of the Danube to approximately Sochi in the east. The interior is filled with large forests and mountains with little
information on settlements except along the rivers. It is embellished with small strapwork title and scale of miles cartouches and three ships. Latin text on verso,
published between 1640-43. Ref: Vaurichin, Dashkevich & Krishtalovich, pp. 174-76; Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #1890:2. Watermarked paper with light show-through
of text on verso, minor soiling, and professional repairs to a few short centerfold separations and a clean cut that enters 3” into map at top adjacent to centerfold.
(B+)
$300-400
485.
Ukraine, Russia & Caucasus (Tartaria d Europa Overo Piccola Tartaria...), Cantelli da Vignola/de Rossi, Mercurio Geografico…, Rome, 1684. 21.7 x 17”. (HC)
This rare map of the Ukraine extends south to Istanbul, north to Moscow, and east to the Caspian Sea. The map is filled with information on towns, political
boundaries, rivers, mountains, and forested areas. The large allegorical title cartouche represents the numerous conflicts waged in the region, with warriors on
horseback carrying swords, spears, and bows and arrows. The map was created by Giacomo Cantelli da Vignola, a cartographer from Modena, Italy who worked
on many maps in Giovanni Giacomo de Rossi’s atlas, Mercurio Geografico. Engraved by Vincenzo Mariotti. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ROSS-1b #55. A dark
impression on watermarked paper with original outline color in map and later color in cartouche. There is a stain along centerfold at top caused by the use of nonarchival tape on verso, and there is one small crack caused by the oxidation of the original green pigment that has been professionally reinforced on verso. There
are light soiling, a faint damp stain that enters 2.5” into map at bottom, and very narrow top and bottom margins. (B)
$500-650
486.
Romania & Hungary (Transilvania), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) Attractive miniature map of Romania and
Hungary and the surrounding region. The tiny map is filled with place names, each symbolized by a tiny castle and pictorial depictions of the mountainous countryside. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.6”. Ref: King
(2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and a light damp stain along bottom edge of sheet. (A)
$110-140
487.
Black Sea & Crimea (Nova Mappa Geographica Maris Assoviensis vel de Zabache et Paludis Maeotidis, Accurate Aeri Incisa et in Luce Edita), Seutter, ca. 1745.
22.8 x 19.1”. (HC) This map focuses on the Sea of Azov and the surrounding area. Numerous soundings are shown in the sea, while the land is filled with towns,
roads, and pictorial representations of the topography. A large title cartouche is surrounded by natives, including hunters and a nobleman. A dark impression on
watermarked paper with light soiling, some abrasions at bottom left, and a few spots of foxing. (B+)
$350-425
488.
Southern Europe (Tab. V. Europae, in qua Raetia, Pannonia, Noricum, Liburnia, Dalmatia, cum Italiae Parte...), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s Atlas Tabulae
Geographicae Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, [1730]. 17.9 x 12.5”. (HC) An attractive Ptolemaic map of the Balkan coast and northern Italy along the Adriatic Sea,
extending north to include parts of Austria and Hungary. The map is embellished with a strapwork cartouche and a sea monster. 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. This is the third state with a re-engraved title cartouche and the addition of a grid, published by R. and J. Westenios and Guil.
Smith. There is evidence of a crack in the plate at bottom adjacent to the sea monster. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #235-23; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #0905:1.3.
Nice impression and color on watermarked paper with a printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold and light toning along sheet edges, far from image. (A)
$240-300
489.
Balkans ([Les Citez & Villes de la Transsylvanie]), Munster, La Cosmographie, Basel, ca. 1565. 7.4 x 6”. (HC) Bold wood block map of the Balkans covering
the regions of present-day northern Greece, Macedonia, Kosovo, Bulgaria, Serbia and Romania. Only the major cities are shown with castle icons. On a full sheet
of French text measuring 8.4 x 12.1”. A nice impression with attractive color, a few tiny worm holes only visible when held to light, and a professionally repaired
cut running along the neatline at left. (B+)
$110-140
490.
Balkans (Schlavoniae, Croatiae, Carniae, Istriae, Bosniae, Finitimarumque Regionum Nova Descriptio, Auctore Augustino Hirsuogelio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis
Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 18.2 x 13.2”. (BW) This is one of the earliest modern maps of the Balkans, covering present-day Slovenia and part of Croatia. It is
based on the cartography of Augustus Hirschvogel who drew on the work of Lazarus, Ziegler, and Apian. There is good detail throughout, with villages, cities,
rivers, and forests. An unusual compass rose, banner title across bottom, and a finely rendered galley ship in the Adriatic Sea make this an interesting composition.
French text on verso. Ref: Van den Broecke #145. Watermarked paper with wide, original margins, all edges gilt, and a few spots of foxing. (B+)
$220-250
491.
Balkans, Italy (Forum Iulium, Karstia, Carniola, Histria etc.), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1610. 7.3 x 5.7”. (HC) Charming small map of
the northern tip of the Adriatic Sea and the Gulf of Venice, present-day northeastern Italy, Slovenia, and Croatia. Two strapwork cartouches fill the Gulf of Venice.
Latin text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #7170:351. Evenly toned with a few chips along the neatline at right that have been repaired using old paper
with a small portion of border in facsimile. (B)
$140-170
492.
Balkans (Tab. IX. Europae, Continens Daciam, Misiam, Thraciam, ac Macedoniae Partem...), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s Atlas Tabulae Geographicae
Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, [1730]. 17.7 x 13.7”. (HC) This Ptolemaic map covers the northern Balkans with emphasis on the Danube River valley. A strapwork
title cartouche lies in the Black Sea. 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. This is the third state with a re-engraved title cartouche
and the addition of a grid, published by R. and J. Westenios and Guil. Smith. There is evidence of a crack in the plate at bottom in the Aegean Sea. Ref: Mickwitz
& Miekkavaara #235-27; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #0909:1.3. Nice impression and color on watermarked paper with light toning along sheet edges, far from image.
(A)
$250-325
493.
Northern Balkans (Slavoniae, Croatiae, Carniae, Istriae, Bosniae, Descri.), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4 x 2.8”. (HC) Lovely
miniature map of northeastern section of the Balkans - present day Slovenia and Croatia with the Adriatic Sea located at the lower left. The map is filled with tiny
cities and good detail of the rivers systems. 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 of Italian text
measuring 5.6 x 7.6”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and light show-through of text on verso. (B+)
$110-140
494.
Eastern Balkans (Walachia Servia, Bulgaria, Romania), Blaeu, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 20.1 x 15.2”. (HC) This attractive map of the
Eastern Balkans is centered on Bulgaria and includes Macedonia, Serbia, the Bosphorus and Constantinople. It is based on Gerard Mercator’s map of the region.
The Danube and its tributaries flow across the map. It is adorned with decorative title and distance scale cartouches, the title festooned with the accoutrements of
war and topped with emblem of the Turkish Empire. Latin text on verso, published between 1640-43. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #7602:2. A nice impression
with attractive color, some printer’s ink residue, light offsetting, and a professionally repaired centerfold separation at top. (B+)
$275-350
495.
Greece ([Lot of 17 - Greece]), Porcacchi, L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, ca. 1576. 5.5 x 4”. (HC) This lot includes 17 maps of Greece and its islands published in
Porcacchi’s L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, all engraved by Girolamo Porro of Padua. Each map is on a full sheet of Italian text (7.0 x 10.5”). Size varies slightly.
This lot includes:
A. Arcipelago. Condition: A spot of printer’s ink residue and marginal soiling. (B+)
B. Il Sito de’ Curzolari. Condition: There are a number of cracks that have been closed on verso with archival tape and marginal soiling. (B)
C. Morea Penisola. Condition: Light soiling and a few small worm holes in text below map. (B+)
D. NegroponteCondition: Numerous minute pinholes along coastlines, light soiling, and manuscript writing in blank margins. (B)
E. CorfuCondition: Light soiling with one small ink spot in image. (B+)
F. MiloCondition: Light soiling with a few small worm holes in image at left. (B)
G. ZanteCondition: Light soiling with a printer’s crease above compass rose. (B+)
H. ScarpantoCondition: Some soiling with a worm track in text below map. (B+)
I. RhodiCondition: Minor soiling. (B+)
J. CandiaCondition: There is light soiling, show-through of manuscript ink on verso, and a worm track in text below map. There is an old paper repair in right
blank margin. (B)
K. SantoriniCondition: A couple of faint spots and a tiny worm hole in left blank margin. (B+)
L. StalimeneCondition: Light soiling. (B+)
M. MetellinoCondition: Marginal soiling. (A)
N. ScioCondition: Light soiling. (B+)
O. NicsiaCondition: There are a few small worm holes in map at left, and an old paper repair in left blank margin. (B+)
P. CefaloniaCondition: Light soiling with a small worm hole and ink stains in text below map. (B+)
Q. CerigoCondition: Light soiling with a worm track in text below map. (B+)
Ref: Zacharakis #1779-1796; King (2nd ed.) pp. 57-59.
$2400-3000
496.
Greece (Graeciae Universae Secundum Hodiernum Situm Neoterica Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 20.3 x 14.3”. (BW) This
fine map of Greece and its surroundings was based on the work of Giacomo Gastaldi. It is very detailed and includes the islands in the Aegean Sea. The map is
embellished by a sailing ship and a large ornate strapwork cartouche. The seas are fully and laboriously stipple engraved. This is the second state, with corrected
numerals in the distance scale. French text on verso. Ref: Van den Broecke #146; Zacharakis #1626. A dark impression on watermarked paper with wide, original
margins, all edges gilt, and a bit of toning along centerfold. (B+)
$500-600
497.
Greece, Balkans, & Turkey (Carte de la Grece Dressee sur un Grand Nombre de Memoires Anciens et Nouveaux...), Delisle, Paris, 1707. 25.7 x 17.9”. (HC) This
large, detailed map shows Greece and the western part of Turkey. It extends to show the boot of Italy, Albania, Macedonia, and part of Cyprus. Decorated with a
lovely allegorical title cartouche that includes ruins, a figure in a yoke, and a winged old man. Ref: Zacharakis #908. On watermarked paper with light scattered
stains and minor toning. (B+)
$275-350
498.
Northern Greece and Macedonia (Macedoniae et Thessaliae Regiones), Cluver, Introductio in Universam Geographicam, [1697]. 10.1 x 7.9”. (HC) This handsome map shows the historical regions of Macedonia and Thesalia in northern Greece. It is embellished with a strapwork title cartouche themed on the ancient
military heroes of the region. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-8a [27]. A dark impression with attractive color. (A)
$120-150
499.
Southern Greece (Peloponnesus nunc Morea), Cluver, Introductio in Universam Geographicam, [1697]. 10.1 x 8.3”. (HC) Charming map of the Peloponnesian
peninsula, the heart of ancient Greece, with the cities of Sparta, Corinth, Argos and Olympia. An inset plan of Corinth balances the title cartouche featuring Neptune
and his entourage. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-8a [25]. Attractive color with a hint of toning along centerfold and a couple of tiny spots. (B+)
$110-140
500.
Gulf of Corinth, Greece ([Untitled - Battle of Lepanto] Descrittione del Conflitto Navale Successo a’ Curzolari nel Mare Ionio a VII. d’Ottobre MDLXXI), Porcacchi,
L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, ca. 1576. 5.5 x 4”. (HC) This engraving depicts the Battle of Lepanto, waged between the Holy League and the Ottoman Empire
in the Gulf of Corinth on October 7, 1571. The battle was a decisive defeat for the Ottoman Empire, and prevented the Ottomans from further advancing into the
Mediterranean. It is estimated that the Ottoman Empire lost over 20,000 men and 180 ships due to capture and sinking. Although the Ottoman Empire quickly
rebuilt ships for their navy, it took many years before they were able to train sufficient sailors, soldiers and oarsmen to man the ships. Engraved by Girolamo Porro
of Padua and printed on a full sheet of Italian text (7.1 x 10.4”). Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 57-59. Light soiling primarily confined to blank margins. (B+)
$140-180
501.
Corfu, Greece (Corcyra vel Corfu), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) Miniature map of this important Greek island,
handsomely adorned with a sailing ship and a sea monster. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and minor show-through of text on verso.
(A)
$200-230
502.
Italy (Nova et Exactissima Totius Italiae Sardiniae et Corsicae Delineatio Opera et Impensis), Seutter, ca. 1725. 22.5 x 19.4”. (HC) Superb 18th century map
of the whole of Italy, which also includes the islands of Corsica and Sardinia, part of Sicily, and the coastline of the Balkans. Beautifully engraved with Seutter’s
typical bold style and detail. Title cartouche at top right features several cherubs and in the opposite corner the distance scale supports a river god, a globe and
several putti. Attractive color with scattered foxing, a long centerfold separation that has been closed on verso, and a tiny tear near center of map that has been
closed with archival tape. (B)
$400-500
503.
Italy (L’Italie Dressee sur les Observations de Mrs. de l’Academie Royale des Sciences...), Elwe, Atlas Geographique et Universel, Amsterdam, 1792. 21.6 x 18.2”.
(HC) A fine large map showing all of Italy, including Sicily, Sardinia and Corsica, the surrounding parts of France and the Balkans, and a portion of North Africa.
It is based on the geography of Guillaume Delisle and the observations of the astronomer Riccioli. The map is filled with detail and decorated with an ornate title
cartouche alluding to the Catholic Church, with a cherub wearing a cardinal’s miter. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.ELW-2a. Original color on bluish, watermarked
paper with wide margins and a hint of toning along the centerfold. (A)
$450-550
504.
Italy ([Lot of 2] Italy [and] Plan of the City of Syracuse Beseiged by the Athenians), Walker, ca. 1840-52. (HC)
A. Italy, circa 1840 (7.6 x 9.1”). Detailed map of the nation naming regions and showing cities, rivers, and mountains. Engraved by Boynton. Condition: Lightly
foxed with a short edge tear well away from image. (B+)
B. Plan of the City of Syracuse Beseiged by the Athenians, from Rollin’s History, circa 1852 (6.4 x 8.1”). Striking plan of the historic city of Syracuse in Sicily
featuring topographical detail, fortifications, and other structures. A key at bottom identifies the various Athenian and Syracusan fortifications. Engraved by Kelly.
Condition: Faint foxing in the blank margins. (A)
$80-100
505.
Northern Italy (Agri Cremonensis Typus), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, 1579. 19.7 x 13.5”. (BW) Splendid map of the region in northern Italy
with the city of Cremona near the center. The map is based on the 1571 map of Antonio Campi. The most striking feature of the map is the huge inset of essentially the same region based on a map by Forlani. The inset is presented in an elaborate strapwork cartouche with three other cartouches at bottom. French text on
verso, published in 1598. Ref: Van den Broecke #127. A dark impression on watermarked paper with all edges gilt and a hint of toning along centerfold. (A)
$400-500
506.
Northern Italy (Lombardiae Alpestris Pars Occidentalis cu Valesia), Mercator/Hondius, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, [1607]. 7.3 x 5.8”. (HC) Handsome small map
of the mountainous Lombardy region of northern Italy with the glacial lakes of Maggiore, Lugaro and Como roughly in the center and Lake Geneva to the left.
The map is simply ornamented with a strapwork title cartouche that incorporates the distance scale. This is from the first edition, with Latin text on verso. Ref:
Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #7011:351. A dark impression with marginal soiling. Cardinal directions and page number written in manuscript ink in blank margins.
(A)
$80-100
507.
Northwestern Italy (Regiae Celsitudinis Sabaudicae Status in quo Ducatus Sabaudiae Principatus Pedemontium et Ducatus Montisferrati...), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 22.6 x 19.8”. (HC) This fully engraved map of northwestern Italy is bounded by Geneva in the north (depicted along the top border of the map),
Grenoble in the west, the Gulf of Genoa in the south, and Milan and Lake Como in the east. There is great detail of towns, roads, political boundaries, and rivers.
The decorative title cartouche features Athena, goddess of war and wisdom, and two royal figures. Watermarked paper with original color that has been partially
refreshed and light printer’s ink residue. (A)
$220-250
508.
Central Italy & Corsica (Senensis Ditionis, Accurata Descrip [on sheet with] Corsica [and] Marcha Anconae, olim Picenum), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum,
Antwerp, 1572. 19.3 x 13”. (BW) Folio sheet with three separate maps. At left is a map of part of the Tuscan region in Italy with Sienna near the top, based on
the work of Cesare Orlandi in 1573. At top right is the island of Corsica, based on the work of Agostino Giustiniani in 1567, and below that is the Ancona region
along the coast of the Adriatic, based on an anonymous map from 1564 published by Vincenzo Luchini. Each map is adorned with decorative cartouches. French
text on verso, published in 1598. Ref: Van den Broecke #137. Wide, original margins with all edges gilt and two small spots in northern Corsica and above the
left-hand title cartouche. (B+)
$400-500
509.
Central Italy (Campagna di Roma), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) This charming miniature map is centered on
Rome with north oriented to the left. The map depicts the rivers, towns, and topography in the surrounding province. 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 sheet of Italian text measuring 5.4 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with a
printer’s crease through map, minor show-through of text on verso, and marginal soiling. (A)
$110-140
510.
Central Italy (Latium), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1652. 19.1 x 13.9”. (HC) Lovely map of the Lazio province on Italy’s central-west coast showing a bird’s eye
view of Rome with several Roman ruins visible, including the Colosseum. Towns, roads, mountains, rivers, and forested areas fill the countryside. Fucinus Lacus
(Fucine Lake), which was drained in 1875, is prominently depicted at right. The map is handsomely adorned with elegant script lettering, a distance scale held aloft
by putti, and a strapwork title cartouche featuring Roman soldiers. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #7320H:1. Wide original margins with a printer’s crease adjacent
to centerfold at bottom and a few small spots of foxing. (B+)
$350-425
511.
Central Italy (Tabula Catadupam Velini Fluminis et Montem Aeolium Caesianorum Situmq Circum Adjacentium Locorum Exhibens), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse
Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682]. 7.6 x 5.7”. (HC) This unusual map centers on Terni in central Italy, and features a spectacular waterfall and Lago di Piediluco. This
is from Kircher’s masterpiece, an immense and amazing work covering all aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within the earth’s interior - from dragons,
to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing
theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. He suggested the existence of a vast network of underground springs
and reservoirs, as well as the theory that subterranean temperatures increase directly in proportion to depth. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous
Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.3 x 14.9”. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
$120-150
512.
Central Italy (Status Ecclesiastici nec non Magni Ducatus Toscanae Nova Tabula Geographica…), Homann Heirs, Nuremberg, 1748. 21.2 x 19”. (HC) Handsome map of central Italy with fine detail of topography, roads, cities, fortifications, etc. The northeastern tip of Corsica is also shown. Decorated with a title
cartouche incorporating the arms of Rome and Tuscany. French title above map: “Les Etats de l’Eglise & du Grand Duche de Toscane…” A nice impression on
watermarked paper with old color that has been partially refreshed and a few abrasions in right blank margin. (A)
$200-230
513.
Southern Italy (Regni Neapolitani Verissima Secundum Antiquorum et Recentiorum Traditionem Descriptio, Pyrrho Ligorio Auct.), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis
Terrarum, Antwerp, ca. 1574. 19.8 x 14.5”. (HC) This is a beautiful map of southern Italy with north oriented to the left as identified by the handsome compass
rose. The map is filled with detail and based on the work of Pirro Ligorio who was best known as an architect involved in the building of St. Peter’s in Rome. The
title is contained in a flowing banner and a fine sailing ship further adorns the map. Latin text on verso, published between 1574-75. Ref: Van den Broecke #139.
Watermarked paper with professional repairs to a centerfold separation that enters 2.5” into map at bottom and some small chips confined to blank margins. There
are a couple of faded manuscript ink notations on map. (B+)
$500-650
514.
Southern Italy, Lake Averno & Lake Agnano ([Map of the Grotto of the Cumaean Sibyl and Lake Agnano]), Braun & Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, Vol.
III, 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. Latin text on verso.
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. Attractive color with a tiny hole along centerfold towards bottom, a centerfold separation in bottom blank
margin that has been closed on verso with archival tape, and light toning in blank margins. (B+)
$500-600
515.
Southern Italy (Regno di Napoli), Blaeu, Atlas Major, Amsterdam, ca. 1659. 19.6 x 15”. (HC) This is a superb map of the Kingdom of Naples, when it was a
part of the Spanish dominions of the Habsburg Empire in Europe, as indicated by the Spanish arms at upper right. It is one of Blaeu’s most elaborate regional
maps with panels of provincial armorials at each side. It is based on a 1620 map by Giovanni Antonio Magini, the notable Italian mathematician, cartographer,
and professor of astronomy in Bologna. The arms of Naples is supported on the title monument, which is flanked by two comely mermaids. The detailed map is
further embellished with six sailing ships, including a sea battle, and two fine compass roses. Spanish text on verso. Ref: Goss (Blaeu) #47; Van der Krogt (Vol.
II) #7400:2. A fine impression with wide, original margins, and a light damp stain that enters map along centerfold at top and bottom. (B+)
$700-800
516.
Southern Italy & Sicily (Tabula Freti Siculi, Charybdis et Scyllae, Aliorumque Aestuum Rationes Explicans), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam,
[1682]. 6.8 x 4.6”. (HC) This interesting little map focuses on the Stretto di Messina between Calabria and the island of Sicily. It depicts an underground canal,
currents, the famous Scylla and Charybdis, all evidently connected to Mt. Etna. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, an immense and amazing work covering all
aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within the earth’s interior - from dragons, to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work
was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and
chemistry. He suggested the existence of a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs, as well as the theory that subterranean temperatures increase directly
in proportion to depth. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.8
x 14.9”. Marginal soiling. (A)
$140-180
517.
Western Italy (Les Environs de la Ville de Naples, dans la Province de Labour, avec la Routte de Cette Ville a Rome…), Fer, L’Atlas Curieux, Paris, 1705. 13.4 x
9”. (HC) This is a very fine map of the region between Rome and Naples with the major roads delineated, including the Via Appia through the Pontine Marshes.
Both Rome and Naples are illustrated in plan-view format, indicating their importance. The title cartouche incorporates a uniquely formed inset map of Nouveau
Port de Nettuno. The map was beautifully engraved by Vincent de Ginville. A fine impression on watermarked paper with attractive color and minor creasing
in blank margins. (A)
$120-150
518.
Ischia, Italy (Ischia Ins), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 3.9 x 2.7”. (HC) Charming miniature map of this Italian island famous
for its therapeutic baths. The map is oriented with north to the bottom, and towns are depicted as tiny castles. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal
soiling and minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$110-140
519.
Sicily, Italy (Siciliae Descriptio), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) This great little miniature map shows rivers,
lakes, and many towns on the island of Sicily. The stipple sea is adorned with a sailing ship, a galley, a sea monster, and an erupting volcano. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79.
Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$200-230
520.
Sicily, Italy (Siciliae Veteris Typus), Cluver/Jansson, Introductionis in Universam Geographicam, ca. 1661. 7.7 x 6.3”. (HC) Charming small map of ancient
Sicily based largely on Ortelius and Gastaldi. Engraved by Pieter van den Keere (Petrus Kaerius) and embellished with a strapwork title cartouche and decorative
calligraphy. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-6a #23. Issued folding, now pressed, with attractive color. Remargined at left to accommodate framing. (A)
$180-210
521.
Mt. Etna, Sicily, Italy (Typus Montis Aetnae ab Authore Observati Ao. 1637), Kircher, Mundus Subteranneus, Amsterdam, ca. 1665. 16.2 x 14.2”. (HC) Very
unusual view with a cut-away to reveal the interior of this famous erupting volcano. The city of Catania is shown in the foreground. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, Subterranean World, an immense and amazing work covering all aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within the earth’s interior - from dragons,
to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing
theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. It was, in part, based on Kircher’s observations of the eruptions of Etna,
Stromboli and Vesuvius in 1637-38. A fine impression on watermarked paper with a tiny hole caused by a paper flaw to the right of the smoke, a few extraneous
creases at top, and some small chips confined to blank margins that have been professionally repaired with old paper. Narrow top margin. (B+)
$475-600
522.
Messina, Sicily, Italy (Plan of the Works of the City of Messina, one of the Strongest and Most Considerable Cities of Sicily, and a Fine Sea-Port), Rapin-Thoyras,
The History of England, ca. 1745. 18.5 x 16.5”. (HC) This map appeared in the fourth volume of Rapin de Thoyras’ History of England, as continued by Nicholas
Tindal. This bird’s-eye plan depicts Messina during the War of the Quadruple Alliance, in which Spain was defeated by an alliance of Britain, France, Austria,
and the Dutch Republic. After losing all of the Spanish possessions in Italy and the Low Countries in the Treaty of Utrecht at the end of the War of the Spanish
Succession, King Philip V of Spain set out to retake territories in Italy and to claim the French throne. In July 1718 the Spanish invaded Sicily, first taking Palermo
on July 7 and then sending half their troops along the coast to attack Messina. The Spanish succeeded in capturing Messina, but soon thereafter were defeated by
an Austrian offensive. This plan depicts the Spanish and Austrians engaged in battle, with a decorative arrow orienting north to the right. A rococo-style cartouche
contains a key identifying numerous locations on the map. Engraved by James Basire. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.RAP-1a, #44. Watermarked paper with attractive color and short centerfold separations in top and bottom blank margins that have been professionally repaired. (A)
$350-425
523.
Milan, Italy (Mediolanum vulgo Milano), Blaeu/Mortier, Amsterdam, ca. 1704. 23.5 x 19”. (BW) A stunning bird’s-eye plan of Milan, Italy, showing all of the
buildings, fortifications, roads, and surrounding countryside. An impressive 256 locations are identified with a numbered key. The plan is adorned with the coats
of arms of the King of Spain and Milan. This plan was published in Blaeu’s town book of Italy, first published in 1663, and later republished by Pierre Mortier in
1704 and 1705. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.BLA-4b. A fine impression with just a few spots of toning along centerfold and along sheet edges. There are short
centerfold separations in blank margins and a small chip in bottom blank margin. (A)
$2400-3000
524.
Rome, Italy (Plan de la Ville de Rome), Fer, Atlas Curieux, Paris, 1705. 11.8 x 9”. (HC) This bird’s-eye plan of Rome provides a fine view of the city, its expansive
walls and the surrounding countryside. The Vatican with St. Peters and its beautiful gardens is visible at lower left, and the famous aqueducts are depicted below
the cartouche. A compass rose orients the chart with north to the left and two extensive keys identify the important sites. A small chip in bottom blank margin
has been professionally repaired. (A)
$275-350
525.
Rome, Italy (Roma Vetus), Chatelain, Atlas Historique, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 16.9 x 13.1”. (BW) This attractive copper engraving shows a bird’s eye view of
the fortified city of Ancient Rome with the Tiber river flowing through its walls. The plan shows numerous buildings, churches, monuments, and theaters with a
large key at bottom naming 196 different locations. North is oriented to the left. Derived from earlier works by Braun & Hogenberg and Jodocus Hondius. Watermarked paper with several ink notations in the image and blank margins. There are centerfold separations at top (entering 1/2” into map) and bottom (confined
to blank margin) that have been closed on verso with archival tape. (B)
$220-275
526.
Venice, Italy (Venice. Venezia. Venedig), SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, London, 1838. 22.9 x 15.2”. (HC) This very finely engraved
plan of Venice features excellent detail of the canals, streets, and scores of named buildings. A large inset “Plan of the Environs of Venice, Shewing the Lagunes”
is contained within a handsome scroll border. There is a well rendered bird’s-eye “View of the Mint, St. Mark’s Church, the Palace, &c.” and along the bottom are
elevations for eleven important buildings. At lower right is a text block that discusses the number of houses, churches, and a “Population of 112,000 souls” along
with 149 canals, and 306 bridges throughout the city. Engraved by B.R. Davies from W.R. Clarke’s drawing and published by Chapmann & Hall. Printed on two
sheets that have been professionally joined. There is light offsetting and some scattered abrasions. (B)
$160-190
527.
Venice, Italy - Book (Das Malerische, Monumentale, Historische und Artistische Venedig. Eine Darstellung Seiner Haupt-Ansichten und Alten Gebrauche…),
1857. 19.5 x 13.5”. (HC) One of the most beautiful collections of views of the 19th century, this complete book features 60 original hand-colored lithographic
plates drawn by Marco Moro and J. Rebellato. Each plate is accompanied by explanatory and descriptive text in German by native Venetian Francesco Zanotto,
who wrote a number of illustrated works on art history. This work features 36 views of Venice and its islands, all drawn by Marco Moro, including views of
Piazza San Marco, Piazetta, the Doge’s Palace, the Rialto bridge, Riva degli Schiavoni, the Arsenal, San Zaccaria, Hotel Europa, Palazzo Foscari, Palazzo Grassi,
Palazzo Ca’ d’Oro, Palazzo Vendramin-Calergi, San Giorgio Maggiore, the Redentore Church on Giudecca Island, San Michele di Murano, and Torcello Island,
among others. There are also 18 plates by J. Rebellato of Venetians in full costume, such as the Doge and Dogaressa (Duke and Duchess) of Venice, an Admiral, a
middleclass man, and a gondolier. The final four plates in the book, all by Marco Moro, depict the Venetian festivals of the Regatta, the “Marriage with the Sea,”
“Fat Thursday” (Carnevale), and Herculean displays of strength. The title page indicates the date of publishing as 1857, yet individual plates are dated between
1856-1859. Although the list of plates at the back mentions a panoramic bird’s eye view of the city of Venice, this view is not included, as it was issued after the
publication of the book, and there is only one copy in which this panorama is known to exist. Published by Johann Brizeghel. Half-bound in red calf over brown
cloth-covered boards with raised bands and embossed gilt titling on spine, and marbled endpapers. Superb original color, with plates ranging in condition from
near fine to very good. Light scattered foxing throughout, although primarily confined to text pages and blank margins of plates. There are faint damp stains also
confined to blank margins. One text page has a tear in top blank margin. Covers are stained and lightly worn, with bumped corners. Spine is worn and has been
reattached in places with a chip at bottom. (B+)
$8000-10000
528.
Mediterranean Islands (Insularum Aliquot Maris Mediterranei Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 18.8 x 14.3”. (BW) Splendid
composite of six maps of the major islands in the Mediterranean; Sardinia, Sicily, Corfu, Djerba, Elba, and Malta. Each map is beautifully engraved and embellished with a variety of ships including a sinking ship off the coast of Malta where Saint Paul was supposed to have shipwrecked. This is the second state, with
stippling added around the sea names on the Sicily map. French text on verso. Ref: Van den Broecke #141. Watermarked paper with wide, original margins, all
edges gilt, and just a few minor spots in the image. (B+)
$700-850
529.
Mediterranean Islands (Insular Aliquot Aegaei Maris Antiqua Descrip…), Jansson, Accuratissima Orbis Antiqui Delineatio…, Amsterdam, [1657]. 19.4 x 16.9”.
(HC) This sheet contains several maps of Mediterranean islands in classical times, all based in part on Ortelius. The central map [Euboea Insula] describes the
Greek island Euboea and is surrounded by nine maps of other islands. This composition includes the islands of Sardinia and Corsica [Insularum Sardiniae et
Corsicae Antiqua Descriptio] at top instead of Cyprus, as on Ortelius’ map. Each shows tiny villages, rivers and mountains in profile and is decorated by sailing
ships, except for Samos, which is adorned with a sea monster. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #7500H:1. Very good with just a hint of toning. (A)
$650-750
530.
Mediterranean (Mappa Maris Mediterranei Fluxus Currentes et Naturam Motionum Explicans), Kircher, Amsterdam, ca. 1665. 21.9 x 13.4”. (HC) An unusual
map from Kircher’s masterpiece, the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. The map is devoid of political information and instead focuses entirely on ocean currents in the Mediterranean Sea. The
map extends to include the Black Sea and parts of the Caspian and Red Sea. Kircher’s theories included the notion that the world’s oceans were all interconnected
and thus this map depicts subterranean tunnels connecting the oceans and seas. The decorative title cartouche is surmounted by two putti. Watermarked paper
with a few small spots, a printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold, and a tiny hole at bottom of map caused by a paper flaw. (B+)
$350-450
531.
Mediterranean (Chart of the Mediterranean Sea), Thomson, New General Atlas, Edinburgh, 1817. 23.5 x 19.3”. (HC) Very handsome chart of the Mediterranean
Sea from the Strait of Gibraltar to the coasts of Egypt, Turkey and Palestine. The chart extends north to include the Black Sea, and shows islands with numerous place names along the coasts. Includes seven inset charts with bird’s-eye plans, soundings, and sea battle plans: Bay & Roads of Marseilles; The Harbour of
Genoa; Plan of the Rock & Bay of Gibraltar Shewing the Position of the Combined Fleet and Attack of the Battering Ships in 1782; Leghorn Road; Sketch of the
Watering Place of Algeziras; Attack on Algiers by the Fleet under the Command of Admiral Lord Exmouth. Aug. 22, 1816; and Gulf of Smyrna. Light toning
and offsetting with a few minor spots and one small abrasion in the image. (B+)
$275-350
532.
Western Mediterranean (Carte du Detroit de Gibraltar), Bellin, Le Petit Atlas Maritime..., Paris, ca. 1764. 6.9 x 8.5”. (HC) This small sea chart of the Strait of
Gibraltar shows coastal topography, soundings, and anchorages. A decorative title cartouche and fleur-de-lis complete the composition. The chart is oriented with
the north to the left. On watermarked paper with minor soiling along sheet edges. (A)
$100-130
533.
Western Mediterranean (Map of the Carthaginian Empire), Walker, Rollin’s History, 1824. 13.2 x 6.9”. (HC) Centered on modern day Tunisia, this map stretches
from Spain to a portion of the coast of today’s Albania. There is nice detail along the coasts, with many towns, ports, rivers, and mountains shown. An inset zooms
in on Carthage. Engraved by Kelly. Issued folding on sturdy paper with sizable margins. There is some minor scattered foxing, mostly concentrated in the blank
margins, and some faint offsetting. (A)
$80-100
534.
Malta (Malta Olim Melita Insula), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) Charming miniature map of Malta with towns
depicted with castles. The map is richly adorned with a sea monster, sailing ship, and the Apostle Paul’s shipwreck depicted off the northern coastline, with two
swimming survivors and several onlookers on land. 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 of
Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$240-300
535.
Malta (Isle de Malthe), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) This miniature map of Malta depicts major towns and key
topographical features. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature
world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with very minor soiling
in wide, original margins. (A)
$160-200
536.
Cyprus (Cyprus Insula), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 3”. (HC) This tiny map is a charming depiction of the island showing the rivers and cities. The island is surrounded by sailing ships and a sea monster. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79; Stylianou #72, fig. 75. Watermarked paper with marginal
soiling and minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$300-400
537.
Cyprus (Cyprus), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.3 x 3.8”. (BW) A handsome miniature map of Cyprus,
showing towns, rivers, and the topography of the island. The map is embellished with a moire-patterned sea, two galleons, and two strapwork cartouches. French
text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Stylianou #95, fig. 99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8130:342. Minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$350-425
538.
Cyprus (Cyprus Insula), Jansson, Nuevo Atlas, o Teatro de Todo el Mundo, Amsterdam, ca. 1653. 19.8 x 15.1”. (HC) This superb map of the island of Cyprus is
geographically based on the earlier work of Ortelius, and was first published by Blaeu in 1635. Its beautiful composition makes it one of the most desirable maps
of the island. At top are two coats of arms; at center the arms of the House of the Lusignans, and at left the Turkish arms. The map is attractively arrayed with
compass roses, sailing ships, and rhumb lines. The large cartouche at bottom right shows Aphrodite being drawn across the sea in a seashell chariot pulled by a
pair of swans, while Cupid pierces her heart with an arrow. Spanish text on verso, published between 1653-66. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #8130:1B; Stylianou
#116. Attractive color with wide margins, light printer’s ink residue, and a professionally repaired centerfold separation that enters 3” into map at top. There is
marginal soiling and a repaired tear in bottom blank margin near the centerfold. (B+)
$1800-2100
539.
Crete & Greek Islands (Candia Olim Creta), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) Beautifully and fully engraved copper plate map features exceptional detail of the island. The map has numerous place names and is embellished with a full stipple sea that has two sailing ships
and a vigorous sea monster. Shows the mythological Labyrinth where the Minotaur was confined. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and
minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$160-190
540.
Crete (Candia [on sheet with] I Corfu [and] Zante [and] Milo [and] Nicsia [and] Scarpanto), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, ca. 1625. 7.2 x 5.6”. (BW)
Crisply engraved, reduced version of Mercator’s handsome map of Crete with small inset maps of the islands of Corfu, Zante, Milos, Naxos, Santorini and Scarpanto at top. It is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche and a moiré patterned sea. English text on verso. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.PUR-1a #35. A nice
impression with light show-through of text on verso, minor soiling mostly confined to the blank margins, and some small remnants of hinge tape on verso. (B+)
$110-140
541.
Sardinia & Corsica (Sardinia), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il Theatro del Mondo, Antwerp, ca. 1598. 4.1 x 2.9”. (HC) This charming miniature map delineates all of
Sardinia and part of Corsica. North is oriented to the left. The stipple engraved sea is embellished with a sailing ship and sea monster. 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 of Italian text measuring 5.5 x 7.5”. Ref: King (2nd Edition) pp. 78-79. Watermarked paper with marginal soiling and minor show-through of text on verso. (A)
$200-230
542.
Corsica (Insula Corsica, olim Regni Titulo Insignis...), Seutter, ca. 1730. 19.3 x 22.5”. (HC) This is an extremely well-detailed map of the island of Corsica.
At the southernmost tip of the island, you can see the fortified castle of Bonifacio, which was established in the 12th century by the Genoese as their Corsican
stronghold against the Moors. The name originated with Count Bonifacio of Tuscany who built a castle on the peninsula in 828. The map is decorated with a
stunning cartouche, fashioned in the jaws of a huge sea monster with mermen, fishermen and Neptune. There is also a small compass rose near the Capo de Corso.
Original color with light, scattered foxing and an archivally repaired centerfold separation that just enters map border at left. There is a chip in bottom left corner,
far from map. (B+)
$550-650
543.
Eastern Mediterranean (Natoliae, quae olim Asia Minor, Nova Descriptio [on sheet with] Aegypti Recentior Descriptio [and] Carthaginis Celeberrimi Sinus Typus),
Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1598]. 19.5 x 12.7”. (BW) Three maps are on one folio sheet. On the left is a map of Turkey oriented with east
at the top. The detailed map is based on the cartography of Gastaldi/Forlani and extends to include Candia and Cyprus. At top right is a map of northern Egypt
showing the Nile River delta. Below is a map of the vicinity of ancient Carthage (Tunis) with many oared ships in the sea. French text on verso and marked page
113. Ref: Van den Broecke #174. Watermarked paper with wide, original margins, all edges gilt, and a few small spots of foxing. (B+)
$325-400
544.
Eastern Mediterranean (Communicatio Maris Mediterranei et quod Mortuum Dicunt, cum Mari Rubro), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682].
6.1 x 4”. (HC) This interesting little map covers the eastern part of the Mediterranean, the Middle East and the Nile Delta. It depicts the Red Sea, Dead Sea and
Sea of Galilee with underground canals connecting them with the Mediterranean. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, an immense and amazing work covering all
aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred within the earth’s interior - from dragons, to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work
was the first serious effort to describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and
chemistry. He suggested the existence of a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs, as well as the theory that subterranean temperatures increase directly
in proportion to depth. Published in a Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.8
x 14.9”. A slightly uneven impression at right with marginal soiling. (B+)
$160-200
545.
Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Geographiae Sacrae ex Veteri et Novo Testamento Desumptae Tabula Prima quae Totius Orbis Partes Continet), Sanson,
Geographica Sacra…, Paris, ca. 1665. 20.8 x 14.7”. (HC) A fine map illustrating the lands described in the Old and New Testament with only biblical place
names indicated. The inset at bottom left balances the composition opposite the decorative title cartouche. Titled, Israelitarum Mansiones in Deserto (the stations
of the Israelites in the desert), it is a small map of the route of the Exodus. Ref: Laor #687. Issued folding, now pressed on watermarked paper. The impression is
slightly uneven and there is some printer’s ink residue. Expertly remargined at bottom left with a portion of neatline in facsimile, and margin at bottom has been
extended to accommodate framing. (B)
$200-240
546.
Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Geographische Beschreibung von dem Wanderschaft der Apostelen und Reysen des H. Apostels Pauli...), Anon., ca. 1700.
18.5 x 12.4”. (HC) Very decorative map after Visscher describing the Apostle Paul’s travels by boat from Jerusalem to Rome showing the region from Sicily to the
Persian Gulf. Graphic panels across the top and bottom depict 26 events from the Book of Acts, and the sea is filled with tiny ships and a compass rose. German
text on verso. There is light soiling, some show-through of text on verso, and some minor rippling of the paper. (B+)
$220-250
547.
Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Imperium Turcicum in Europa, Asia et Africa Regiones Proprias, Tributarias, Clientelares...), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720.
22.6 x 19.1”. (HC) Striking map of the Turkish Empire stretching from the Balkan peninsula to the Caspian Sea and from Egypt through the Arabian peninsula.
The elaborate title cartouche is surrounded by figures representing the conquest and the riches of the empire. This map is based on Delisle’s map of the region
from 1701, with the exception of Saada and Sanaa, which have been omitted. Ref: Ankary #160; Tibbetts #257. Watermarked paper with original color that has
been partially refreshed and light printer’s ink residue, particularly along the left neatline. (A)
$275-350
548.
Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East (Carte des Regions et des Lieux dont il est Parle dans le Nouveau Testament), Bonne/Lattre, Atlas Moderne, Paris, ca. 1775.
17.6 x 12.2”. (HC) A handsome map that covers the region of the Mediterranean from Italy through the Caspian Sea, showing the areas described in the New
Testament. Two inset plans are included on either side of the title: Plan de Jerusalem du tems de N. S. Jesus-Christ and Carte de la Judee sous Herode le Grand,
et sous ses trois fils Archelaus, Herode-Antipas, et Philippe. Three elaborate title cartouches and six distance scales decorate the map. Published and engraved in
Paris by Lattre. Ref: Laor #121. Watermarked paper with wide, original margins, some light toning along centerfold, and a few tiny, unobtrusive spots. (B+)
$140-170
Asia, Middle East & Holy Land
549.
Near & Middle East (De Gelegentheyt van t’Paradys Ende t’Landt Canaan, Mitsgaders de Eerst Bewoonde Landen der Patriarchen…), Visscher, Amsterdam, 1648.
18.8 x 12.1”. (HC) Superb Dutch Bible map covering the region between the Mediterranean and the Persian Gulf, featuring the Garden of Eden located near the
city of Babel. 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. A lovely, decorative map with the scale of miles featuring a figure of an old fisherman (the mark of Visscher). Dutch text on verso.
Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #84. A nice impression on watermarked paper with good margins, light soiling, and two small worm holes in unengraved areas of
image, one of which has been professionally infilled. (B+)
$300-400
550.
Near & Middle East (Typus Communicationis Maris Caspii, cum Persico et Euxino), Kircher, d’Onder-Aardse Weereld, Amsterdam, [1682]. 6.3 x 6.5”. (HC)
This interesting little map covers the region including the Black and Caspian Seas and the Persian Gulf with a system of underground canals connecting them. The
only city shown is Constantinople. This is from Kircher’s masterpiece, an immense and amazing work covering all aspects of anything that dwelled or occurred
within the earth’s interior - from dragons, to fossils, to mountain springs, earthquakes, and volcanoes. Kircher’s work was the first serious effort to describe the
physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. He suggested the existence of
a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs, as well as the theory that subterranean temperatures increase directly in proportion to depth. Published in a
Dutch edition of Kircher’s famous Subterranean World by Johann Waesberger. On a full sheet of Dutch text measuring 9.8 x 14.9”. Marginal soiling. (A)
$200-230
551.
Middle East (Nova Persiae Armeniae Natoliae et Arabiae), Wit, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 22.1 x 18.8”. (HC) This splendid map of the Middle East covers the region
from Turkey and Egypt to Afghanistan with the Arabian peninsula prominently shown. The detail in Arabia is based on Sanson’s map of 1654, one of the largest
scaled and best detailed maps of the region until the mid-seventeenth century. The decorative title cartouche features several exotic figures, animals and a merchant
ship. A mapmaker works atop the scale of miles cartouche using dividers and other tools of the trade. Ref: Tibbetts #121; Ankary #77. Lovely old color with light
soiling. There are short centerfold separations at top and bottom and a 1.5” tear in the Persian Gulf that have all been professionally repaired. (B+)
$475-600
552.
Middle East (La Turquie en Asie), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) This uncommon miniature map shows the territory between the Mediterranean, Black, Caspian, and Red seas. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and
individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa.
Watermarked paper with very minor soiling in wide, original margins. (A)
$100-140
553.
Middle East (Persia sive Sophorum Regnum cum Armenia Assyria Mesopotamia et Babilonia), Cluver, Introductio in Universam Geographicam, [1697]. 10.2 x 8.2”.
(HC) Charming small map covering the region from the Mediterranean to Pakistan, including the Caspian Sea, the Persian Gulf, and part of the Arabian Peninsula.
It is fully engraved with mountains, forests, many ancient place names and adorned with a decorative title cartouche. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-8a [36].
Attractive color with a hint of offsetting and light toning along centerfold. (B+)
$140-170
554.
Middle East (De Reys-togten van Abraham, Gaande uit Ur der Kaldeen na Kanaan), Goeree, Amsterdam, ca. 1700. 14.8 x 11.6”. (HC) This stunning map of
the Middle East depicts Patriarch Abraham’s travels from Ur to Canaan. The map is surrounded by an elaborately engraved frame containing twenty-one scenes
illustrating the life of Abraham, spanning his departure from Ur to his death. Each scene includes a citation from the corresponding chapter in the book of Genesis.
The map is based on a similar one by Abraham Ortelius, published between 1590-1624. Lovely impression and color with a tiny hole adjacent to vignette for
Genesis 21. Issued folding, now pressed, with a few short fold separations that have been professionally repaired. (A)
$350-450
555.
Middle East (Descriptio Paradisi, et Terrae Canaan, Regionumque a Patriarchis Primum Habitatarum), Halma, Amsterdam, ca. 1709. 13 x 8.3”. (HC) Nice map
that displays the Middle East from the eastern Mediterranean Sea to the Persian Gulf. The Garden of Eden is located in present-day Iraq, near the city of Babylon
and Mons Ararat in the upper right corner is noted as the site of Noah’s Ark. Abraham’s journey from Ur is traced and numerous other biblical places are noted. The
title cartouche features the serpent in the apple tree. Ref: Laor #320; Poortman & Augusteijn #166. A fine impression on watermarked paper with good, original
margins. Issued folding. (A)
$110-140
556.
Middle East (De Gelegentheyt van ‘t Paradys en ‘t Landt Canaan, Mitsgaders d’Eerst Bewoonde Landen der Patriarchen …), Stoopendaal, Amsterdam, ca. 1714.
18.1 x 13.8”. (HC) This Dutch Bible map covers the region between the Mediterranean and the Persian Gulf, depicting numerous Biblical sites, including the
wanderings of the Children of Israel, Jonas & the whale, and the Garden of Eden. The map is richly embellished with a banner style title cartouche and four corner
vignettes - the creation of Adam & Eve, Paradise, Eve offering Adam the apple, and the expulsion from the Garden of Eden. At bottom center is a large scene of
the Ark. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #131 GII2. Light soiling and some very faint offsetting. (B+)
$325-400
557.
Middle East ([Lot of 2] Turquie d’Asie, Arabie, Perse, Caboul, Beloutchistan, et Turkestan [and] Asie Occidentale et les Pays du Nil), Paris, ca. 1840-76. (HC) Pair
of nicely engraved maps that prominently feature the Arabian Peninsula. The maps show all of Turkey and the Black and Caspian seas, and extend east to include
the region of today’s Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Turkmenistan. Many place names and topographical detail fill the maps, and political divisions are indicated by
color.
A. Turquie d’Asie, Arabie, Perse, Caboul, Beloutchistan, et Turkestan, by Charles V. Monin, circa 1840 (14.8 x 11.2”). Condition: Two light damp stains in top left
and right corners that enter 2” into map image. (B+)
B. Asie Occidentale et les Pays du Nil, by Justus Perthes, from Atlas General, circa 1876 (9.9 x 7.8”). Condition: Minor toning. (A)
$100-130
558.
Middle East (Map to Explain the History of the Assyrians, Babylonians, Medes and Persians. Including Alexander’s Expedition), Walker, Rollin’s History, 1853.
15.3 x 9.9”. (HC) This map of the Middle East spans from eastern Thrace to the western edge of India and shows Alexander the Great’s route through the region.
Many rivers, mountains, deserts, and important cities and towns are identified. Also included are a few notes identifying places of interest, such as Cyreschata the
Cyropolis taken by Alexander and A Lake wherein the Oxus and Jaxartes are said to lose themselves and from which their streams are greatly enlarged. Engraved
by Kelly. Issued folding on sturdy paper with light scattered foxing and a few tiny edge tears and fold separations along the top of the sheet, outside the image.
(B)
$80-100
559.
Turkey, Cyprus (Natolia, quae olim Asia Minor), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1640. 19.5 x 15”. (HC) This handsome map of present-day Turkey includes several
Aegean Islands and Cyprus prominently shown in the south. A fierce sea battle rages in the Mediterranean along with curious looking sea monsters. Two winged
female creatures suspend the banner style title cartouche, and the map is further decorated with a surveyor holding an unusual vertical scale of miles. Dutch text on
verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #8110:2. Nice impression and color with wide original margins. There is a centerfold separation at top confined to the blank
margin that is closed on verso with archival material and a large professionally repaired chip in the right blank margin. (A)
$400-500
560.
Turkey, Cyprus (Chersonesi quae hodie Natolia Descriptio), Cluver, Introductio in Universam Geographicam, [1697]. 10 x 8.1”. (HC) Decorative, small map
of Asia Minor including part of the Greek Archipelago and Cyprus. Adorned with a drape-style title cartouche held aloft by a putto. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases)
T.CLUV-8a [37]. Attractive color with a hint of offsetting. (A)
$110-140
561.
Turkey, Cyprus (Tab. I. Asiae, in qua Galatia, Cappadocia, Pontus, Bithynia, Asia Minor, Pamphylia, Lycia, ac Cilicia...), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s
Atlas Tabulae Geographicae Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, [1730]. 18 x 13.5”. (HC) A fine Ptolemaic map of Turkey and Cyprus showing its ancient political
divisions. The map is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche and two fierce sea monsters in the Mediterranean Sea. 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. This is the third state with a re-engraved title cartouche and the addition of a grid, published by R. and J. Westenios and Guil. Smith. Ref: Mickwitz
& Miekkavaara #235-7; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #0921:1.3. Nice impression and color on watermarked paper with light toning along sheet edges and damp stains
in bottom corners, far from image. (A)
$200-230
562.
Turkey, Cyprus (L’Asie Mineure pour la Concorde de la Geographie des Differens Ages), Lattre, Concorde de la Geographie des Differens Ages, Paris, ca. 1785.
7.8 x 5.5”. (HC) This small map shows the political divisions within Turkey, extending north to the Sea of Azov. Crete, Cyprus, and several other islands are
identified in the Mediterranean. Published in Noel-Antoine Pluche’s Concorde de la Geographie des Differens Ages. Issued folding on watermarked paper with
marginal soiling. Remnants of hinge tape on verso. (A)
$60-80
563.
Turkey & Middle East (The Expedition of Cyrus, and Retreat of the Ten Thousand), Walker, Rollin’s History, ca. 1853. 12.8 x 8.4”. (HC) This fascinating map
traces the route of the Ten Thousand through the Persian Empire. The Ten Thousand were an army of Greek mercenaries commissioned by Cyrus the Younger to
bring down Artaxerxes II, the king of Persia and his brother. Engraved by Kelly. Issued folding on sturdy paper with wide margins as well as light scattered
foxing and minor offsetting. There are a few short fold separations and an edge tear in the blank margins, all well away from image. (B)
$80-100
564.
Western Turkey (A New Map of the Western Parts of Asia Minor Largely Taken: Shewing Their Antient Divisions, Countries or People, Chiefe Cities, Towns,
Rivers, Mountains &c.), Wells, A New Sett of Maps both of Antient and Present Geography, Oxford, ca. 1701. 19.3 x 14.4”. (HC) This handsome map covers
the western portion of present-day Turkey. Ancient political divisions and the locations of historically important places are shown. The map is decorated with a
figurative cartouche that includes the arms of William Henry, Duke of Gloucester, who was a student of Wells at Oxford. Engraved by R. Spofforth. Ref: Shirley
(BL Atlases) T.WELL-1a #31. Watermarked paper with light toning and soiling, a printer’s crease at left, and several soft extraneous creases. (B+)
$190-220
565.
Istanbul, Turkey (Constantinopoli), Porcacchi, L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, ca. 1572. 5.5 x 4”. (HC) This uncommon map is based on Munster’s important
early bird’s-eye view of the Golden Horn of Constantinople. It shows the major sections of the city with the palaces, mosques and churches. Several types of ships
and boats are shown in the Bosphorus Strait. Printed on a full sheet of Italian text (7.2 x 10.4”). A few small spots in image with manuscript writing and soiling
in blank margins. (B+)
$275-350
566.
Istanbul, Turkey (Constantinopel), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 10.8 x 8.5”. (HC) This uncommon bird’s-eye view shows Istanbul straddling the Bosphorus
River. It is beautifully engraved with minute detail and quaint scenes of every-day life, including merchants with camels in the near foreground. The view is surrounded by a decorative border incorporating the title cartouche, embellished with fruits, leaves and flowers. Engraved by P. H. Schut. Watermarked paper with
attractive color and several printer’s creases in the image. (A)
$550-700
567.
Holy Land, Bible (The Holy Bible, Containing the Old and New Testaments... [bound with] The Book of Common Prayer [and 6 Biblical maps]), Moxon, London,
[1715]. 10.6 x 16.8”. (BW) This magnificent folio-sized King James Bible is bound with The Book of Common Prayer, The Books Called Apocrypha, The New
Testament, and The Whole Book of Psalms: Collected into English Metre by Thomas Sternhold and John Hopkins. This edition of the King James Bible includes
marginal notes from the Geneva Bible, an ironic combination because the Geneva Notes apparently played a role in King James’ decision to commission a new
Bible. In addition, this Bible features a series of 6 Biblical maps originally by Nicholas Visscher and translated from Dutch by Joseph Moxon:
A. A Map of All the Earth and How After the Flood it Was Divided Among the Sons of Noah. 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 Japan, 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 the second state, with the addition
of Pennsylvania marked on the map. Reference: Shirley #457; Laor #516A.
B. Paradise, or the Garden of Eden. With the Countries Circumjacent Inhabited by the Patriarchs. An attractive and uncommon map of the Middle East, including
Cyprus, a portion of the Persian Gulf and the north shore of the Red Sea filled with details of Old Testament locations, including Babel and Nineveh. There is a
coat of arms at upper left and a cartouche at upper right showing the expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise by the Angel. Reference: Laor #517.
C. Israels Peregrination, or the Forty Years Travels of the Children of Israel out of Egypt through the Red Sea, and the Wilderness into Canaan, or the Land of
Promise. This lavishly decorated map of the Holy Land depicts the flight from Egypt and the wanderings of the Children of Israel. Includes a fine title cartouche,
ships sailing in both the Mediterranean and Red Seas, numerous putti, several engravings of religious icons, Moses, Aaron, and a charming scene of Jonas and the
whale. Reference: Laor #519.
D. Jerusalem. This detailed bird’s-eye view was one of the most popular plans of Jerusalem during the seventeenth century. While it is imaginary, it provides great
detail of the city walls and streets, with 36 principal sites numbered and keyed to a table in a scroll at left, which is held aloft by an eagle. Solomon’s Temple is at
upper center and Herod’s Palace is located at the far left. The scenes in the foreground include the Crucifixion at left and Salomon’s anointment at right. Reference:
Laor #1084A.
E. Canaan, or the Land of Promise. Possessed by the Children of Israel: and Travelled Through by our Saviour Jesus Christ; and His Apostles. This fine map of
present-day Israel is oriented with north to the right. There is a large, decorative title cartouche at bottom flanked by vignettes depicting the life of Christ. At top,
putti hold banners with the key to the map and scale of miles. Tiny ships and the track of Apostle Paul are shown in the sea. At top center is a coat of arms with a
dedication to Lord Bishop Humphrey. Reference: Laor #522A.
F. The Travels of St. Paul and Other the Apostles... This 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 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’s
conversion, 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. At bottom left is a coat of arms with a dedication to Seth, Lord Bishop of Salisbury. Reference: Laor
#523A.
This example also includes three pages of meticulous genealogical notes of the Joseph Maude and Thomas Holme families (from 1662-1863) written in delicate
manuscript by a previous owner. 6 maps, 91pp, 719pp, 160pp, 248pp, 54pp. Original full diced paneled brown calf over beveled wooden boards, with a central,
ornate blind-stamped lozenge to each board, and raised bands on spine. The original brass clasps and catches are no longer present. Ref: cf. Shirley (BL Atlases)
G.MOX-1a. Five of the six maps are in very good condition with faint, scattered foxing and minor offsetting. The sixth map (Canaan) is in good condition with
some show-through of old manuscript ink on verso. The text is mostly very good with light scattered foxing and toning, with heavy toning on the first and last few
pages. The binding is sound but the hinges are starting. The front cover is cracked vertically near the fore-edge and has been professionally repaired. The spine
is cracking and is missing a 4x2” piece at bottom. There is a bookplate from a previous owner (Rosa Walter Meertief, born c. 1872) on front pastedown. (B)
$1800-2100
568.
Holy Land ([Title on Verso] Terra Santa), Munster, Cosmographia, Basel, ca. 1550. 6.5 x 10.2”. (BW) This untitled woodblock map of the Holy Land and Cyprus
covers the region from Southern Turkey to the Nile Delta. Contains two inset panels of Italian text. On verso is an illustration of Moses and the Ten Commandments, also accompanied by Italian text. Ref: cf. Laor #528. Trimmed close to the neatline at left with light soiling at bottom right. (B+)
$140-170
569.
Holy Land (Abrahami Patriarchae Peregrinatio, et Vita), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1590]. 18 x 13.9”. (HC) Ortelius designed, and probably
also engraved this beautiful Holy Land map. It details the wanderings and life of the Patriarch Abraham. The map is displayed as though on a banner hung on a
wall; it shows Palestine and a portion of Egypt, inset with a small map of the Middle East from the Mediterranean to the Euphrates River. The imaginative design
includes an elaborately engraved frame containing twenty-two scenes illustrating the life of Abraham, spanning his departure from Ur to his death. This is less
common first plate, which was used from 1590-95. This example has a blank verso, indicating that it was published in the 1590 Latin edition, of which Van den
Broecke estimates that only 20 copies were printed. Ref: Laor #547; Van den Broecke #182. A fine impression and excellent color on watermarked paper with a
few small, manuscript ink notations (on the fourth medallion and on the wooden roller holding up the map). (A)
$3000-3750
570.
Holy Land (Terra Sancta, a Petro Laicstain Perlustrata, et ab eius ore et Schedis a Christiano Schrot in Tabulam Redacta), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum,
Antwerp, [1598]. 20 x 14.5”. (BW) This striking map is considered the most ‘modern’ of Ortelius’ maps of the Holy Land. It is a very detailed map, centered on
Samaria, with north oriented to the left. The map was drawn by Christian Schrot with cartography based on Peter Laicksteen’s wall map describing his 1566 visit
to the Holy Land. The elaborate title cartouche incorporates vignettes of the birth, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. The map is further adorned with a bold
distance scale featuring the head of Medusa and a dramatic scene depicting Jonah falling from a ship into the waiting jaws of the whale. French text on verso with
page number 112. Ref: Laor #543; Nebenzahl (HL) plt. 31; Van den Broecke #173. Watermarked paper with wide original margins and all edges gilt. There is
light soiling along centerfold and several small, unobtrusive spots. (B+)
$900-1100
571.
Holy Land (Terra Sancta quae in Sacris, Terra Promissionis Palestina), Mercator/Cloppenburgh, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1630. 10.2 x 7.5”. (HC) This small
map is based on Ortelius’ famous map of the Holy Land. It is oriented with east at the top and centered on Samaria. The Dead Sea has four cities shown burning
within it: Sodoma, Gomorra, Adama and Seboim. The map is adorned with a strapwork cartouche. French text on verso. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8150:353.
Attractive color with some tiny tears in blank margins that have been professionally repaired, a few of which just enter the neatline. Very narrow right margin,
apparently as issued. (B+)
$110-140
572.
Holy Land (Tabula Itineraria Patriarcharum Abrahami, Isaaci et Iacobi), Jansson, Accuratissima Orbis Antiqui Delineatio…, Amsterdam, [1657]. 20.4 x 14.8”.
(HC) A fine decorative map illustrating the travels of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the Patriarchs of the Bible. The map is devoid of detail except in the regions
described in the biblical accounts. It covers the region from Cyprus to Iraq and the great city of Babel, and from Egypt to the deserts of Arabia. The decorations
represent the bounty of the Promised Land with the title and scale cartouche adorned with a cornucopia of fruit and vegetables, and the imprint cartouche featuring
a host of putti harvesting fruit and vegetables. Ref: Laor #371; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #8020H:1. Nice impression and color with a repaired fold separation in
bottom margin. (A)
$350-425
573.
Holy Land (Perigrinatie ofte Veertich-Iarige Reyse der Kinderen Israels...), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1663. 18.8 x 12.5”. (HC) This lavishly decorated map of the
Holy Land depicts the flight from Egypt and the wanderings of the Children of Israel. Includes a fine title cartouche, ships sailing in both the Mediterranean and
Red Seas, numerous putti, several engravings of religious icons, Moses, Aaron, and a charming scene of Jonas and the whale. Drawn by Claes Janszoon Visscher
and engraved by A. vanden Broeck (their imprints are in the bottom right corner) and published by Nicolas Visscher in a Dutch Bible. Dutch text on verso. Ref:
Laor #795; Poortman & Augusteijn #120. Attractive color with light soiling, a printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold, and a professionally repaired centerfold
separation that enters 3” into map at bottom. There are some stains along sheet edges, not affecting map. (B+)
$275-350
574.
Holy Land ([On 2 Sheets] Terra Sancta quae et Terra Chanaan, Terra Promissionis, Terra Hebreorum, Terra Israelitarum, Iudaea, et Palestina...), Duval, Cartes de
Geographie les plus Nouvelles…, Paris, 1677. 20.9 x 15.4”. (HC) This large-scale map of the Holy Land is printed on two sheets and divides the region into the
Twelve Tribes of Israel. It covers the region with the shoreline from Sidon to Gaza and inland to Syria and the Arabian Desert. A large inset map in the southern
sheet shows the Nile Delta, Sinai and Canaan with the Wandering of the Children of Israel, titled Peregrinatio et Mansiones Israel Itarum, in Deserto. The maps are
filled with fine detail with a large title cartouche gracing the southern sheet, featuring Moses, Adam eating an apple in the Garden of Eden, and God atop a cloud.
Size is for each sheet; if joined the map would measure approximately 20.9 x 30.5”. Ref: Laor #261; Pastoureau, DUVAL II D. Watermarked paper with minor
soiling. (B+)
$500-600
575.
Holy Land (Terra Sancta, sive Promissionis, olim Palestina Recens Delineata, et in Lucem Edita…), Wit, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1680. 22 x 18”. (HC)
Beautiful, large map of the Holy Land filled with great detail. North is oriented to the top right corner of the map, which is spanned by a large title cartouche
draped in a garland held aloft by six cherubs. The Mediterranean is filled with various types of sailing ships and fishing boats, including a depiction of Jonah and
the whale. At bottom center is a plan of the desert camp of the Israelites flanked by Moses with the Golden Altar on the left and Aaron with the Golden Table on
the right. Ref: Laor #860. There are several small, archivally repaired centerfold separations, a few small abrasions along the centerfold, and some soiling. (B)
$475-600
576.
Holy Land (Iudaea sive Terra Sancta quae Israelitarum in suas Duodecim Tribus Destincta Secretis ab Invicem Regnis Iuda, et Israel...), Danckerts, Amsterdam,
ca. 1698. 22.5 x 20”. (HC) This rare, attractive engraving of the Holy Land is divided among the twelve Tribes on both sides of the Jordan River and follows the
Mediterranean coastline from Gaza to Sidon. The map shows many towns, cities, lakes, rivers, and mountains. A large and elaborate cartouche shows a female
figure holding the stones containing the Ten Commandments as well as a priest offering sacrifice. Ref: Laor #231. Attractive color with a light vertical extraneous
crease adjacent to the centerfold and some light soiling along the edges of the sheet. (B+)
$1100-1400
577.
Holy Land (Geographiae Sacrae ex Veteri, et Novo Testamento Desumptae Tabula in qua Terra Promissa, sive Iudaea in suas Tribus Partesq. Distincta), Sanson,
Paris, ca. 1700. 19.7 x 15.8”. (HC) A fine map illustrating the lands described in the Old and New Testament. The Kishon River connects the Mediterranean to
the Sea of Galilee. The map provides good detail throughout and is adorned with a wreath-style title cartouche. Ref: cf. Laor #691. Issued folding, now pressed
on watermarked paper with a binding trim at bottom left that has been replaced and the margin at bottom extended, both of which have been done very skillfully.
There is light discoloration along a 2” fold separation at bottom right that was previously closed with cello tape, which has since been entirely removed and professionally repaired. (B+)
$200-230
578.
Holy Land (Het Beloofde Landt Canaan door Wandelt van onsen Salichmaecker Iesu Christo, neffens syne Apostelen), Stoopendaal, Amsterdam, ca. 1710. 17.8 x
12”. (BW) Graphic map of Israel filled with biblical scenes. A compass rose orients the map with north in the top right corner. The large decorative title cartouche
at bottom is flanked with the four evangelists and vignettes depicting the life of Christ, including his birth, crucifixion and resurrection. At top, tiny ships and the
track of Apostle Paul are shown in the sea. This is the second state with D. Stoopendaal’s imprint and number 2 at bottom right. Published by Pieter and Jacob
Keur in a Dutch Bible, with Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #144 (KII1). Issued folding with a nice impression. There is light toning along
centerfold, a couple of minute holes in blank areas of image, and two faint damp stains in top margin that just enter map image. (B+)
$180-220
579.
Holy Land (Facies Palaestinae ex Monumentis Veteribus), Reland, Palaestina ex Monumentis Veteribus Illustrata, Amsterdam, [1714]. 19.4 x 21.9”. (HC) This
map shows the Holy Land in Roman times divided into Galilee, Samaria and Judea with Peraea Batanaea on the west side of the Jordan River. Although Reland
uses the traditional format for his map of the Holy Land, he excludes the fanciful names and imaginary rivers from previous maps. The allegorical title cartouche
features a terrestrial globe, mapmaker’s tools, and Judea in chains, with the port of Jaffa in the background. Engraved by Broen. Ref: Laor #643; Nebenzahl (Holy
Land) #54. A fine impression with attractive color and light toning. Narrow margins, as issued. (B+)
$200-240
580.
Holy Land (De Veertig-Jaarige Reys-Togten der Kinderen Israels Num. XXXIII…), Aa, Leiden, ca. 1729. 30.3 x 11.6”. (HC) This is a spectacular panoramic
landscape view of the Sinai Peninsula and the desert where the Children of Israel wandered for forty years. It is shown from a perspective high above the Mediterranean Sea. The view begins with Mt. Pisgah on the left and shows the Dead Sea, Jordan, Mt. Sinai and the Red Sea. The encampments are shown throughout
the landscape along the road taken. The view is adorned with a dramatic cartouche and was printed on two joined sheets. Ref: Laor #4. A fine impression with
attractive color on watermarked paper and one minute worm hole only visible when held to light. (A)
$600-800
581.
Holy Land (De Beyde Koningryken Juda en Israel…), Bachiene, Amsterdam, 1750. 19.3 x 14.9”. (HC) This is a nice Biblical map of the kingdoms of Judea
and Israel as they were during the reign of King Solomon. The map extends to include a large part of the Arabian Desert as well. Putti hold up the title cartouche
and another adorns the distance scale. A large vignette depicts one of the battles of Solomon. Engraved by Jan van Jagen. Ref: Laor #72; Poortman & Augusteijn
#183. A somewhat light impression on watermarked paper with light toning along sheet edges. (A)
$180-210
582.
Holy Land (Histoire-Sainte Depuis l’An 2936. Jusqu’a l’An 2958), Buy de Mornas, Atlas Methodique et Elementaire de Goegraphie et l’Histoire, Paris, ca. 1761.
17.8 x 11.7”. (HC) This map of the Holy Land depicts the 12 tribes and is flanked by columns of French text describing the history of the area between 2936-58
BC. Original outline color on watermarked paper with a few small spots and an archivally repaired centerfold separation in top blank margin. (B+)
$75-90
583.
Holy Land (Carte de la Palestine ou Terre Sainte), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 16 x 21.8”. (HC) Beautifully engraved and highly detailed map
of the Holy Land divided into the twelve tribes. The map shows excellent detail of the topography of the land and is filled with ancient place names. Surrounded
with a decorative keyboard-style border. Original outline color on a bright sheet with wide margins and a few spots in the image. There is light toning along
sheet edges, and a damp stain along right edge of sheet, far from image. (B+)
$95-120
584.
Holy Land ([Lot of 2] The Holy Land at Successive Periods on the Same Scale [and] Geographie de la Bible), ca. 1850-70.
A. The Holy Land at Successive Periods on the Same Scale, by William Smith, from Dr. William Smith’s Ancient Atlas, circa 1870, printed color (22.7 x 17.1”).
Eight maps on one sheet showing the shifting political divisions of the Holy Land at different periods in time. The maps cover from 1451 B.C. to A.D. 70, starting
with the Holy Land “before the conquest,” and ending with the destruction of Jerusalem. Condition: Light toning along centerfold with a tiny surface tear at top
center and centerfold separations at top and bottom that have been closed on verso with archival tape. (B+)
B. Geographie de la Bible, by Alexander Vuillemin, circa 1850, hand color (16.7 x 13.5”). Four maps on one sheet showing the geography of different areas as
mentioned in the Bible. The maps cover Palestine, the Herodian kingdom, and Canaan, and one depicts the travels of the Apostles Peter and Paul in the eastern
Mediterranean and Holy Land. Engraved by Lemercier. Condition: A hint of offsetting and light toning along sheet edges. (A)
$100-130
585.
Jerusalem, Holy Land (Quarta etas Mundi Solium Hierosolimorum Excidium), Schonsperger, Liber Cronicarum cum Figuris y Ymaginibus ab Initio Mudi…,
Nuremberg, [1497]. 7.7 x 4.2”. (HC) This rare woodcut depicting Jerusalem is from the reduced version of Hartman Schedel’s Nuremberg Chronicle, sometimes
called the mini-Schedel. The dramatic view synopsizes the six destructions the city with Solomon’s Temple ablaze at center. On a full sheet of Latin text (8.3 x
11.2”). Ref: Laor #1127. Remargined at left with a portion of neatline in facsimile. There is a professionally repaired tear in bottom right corner, far from image,
and marginal soiling. (A)
$350-450
586.
Jerusalem, Holy Land (Hierosolyma, Clarissima Totius Orientis Civitas, Judae Metropolis…), Braun & Hogenberg, Civitates Orbis Terrarum, Vol. I, ca. 1572.
19.3 x 13.5”. (HC) This interesting engraving contains two bird’s-eye views of the city; one an imaginary view as it was during the time of Christ and the other
contemporaneous to the 16th century. The view on the left also portrays the procession of Jesus to Golgotha, with Judas hanging from a tree outside the city walls.
Each has a key to important buildings and places. At lower right is a vignette of Moses receiving the Commandments and a table identifying the garments and
accoutrements worn by Aaron. Latin text on verso. Ref: Laor #1039; Fussel pp. 124-25 & 128. Attractive color and good, original margins with one tiny worm
track along centerfold that has been repaired on verso with archival material. (A)
$750-900
587.
Jerusalem, Holy Land (Ierusalem), Stoopendaal, Amsterdam, ca. 1688. 18.3 x 11.9”. (HC) Beautiful and fully engraved bird’s-eye plan of the holy city flanked
by engravings of religious icons, Solomon and a high priest. Reportedly after Vallapando’s imaginary city plan, the map was published in a Dutch Bible. At the
top is a large and ornate elevation of the Temple of Solomon. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Poortman & Augusteijn #142. Issued folding, now pressed, with attractive
color, minor soiling at bottom left, and a couple of short fold separations that have been professionally repaired. (A)
$300-375
588.
Jerusalem, Holy Land (Vera Hierosolymae Veteris Imago), Halma, Amsterdam, ca. 1709. 12.9 x 8.2”. (HC) Delicately engraved imaginary plan of ancient Jerusalem based on Villalpando’s foundation map of the city. The plan shows only the major religious sites, such as Solomon’s Temple and the Civitas David, Golgotha
and Calvary. The view is uncluttered by habitations and beautifully engraved to show the surrounding topography. Ref: Laor #1031; Poortman & Augusteijn #168.
Issued folding with attractive color and marginal soiling. (A)
$160-200
589.
Jerusalem, Holy Land (De Heylige en Wytvermaerde Stadt Ierusalem Eerst Genaemt Salem), Putte, Amsterdam, ca. 1715. 16.5 x 13.3”. (HC) This detailed bird’seye plan was one of the most popular plans of Jerusalem during the seventeenth century. While it is imaginary, it provides great detail of the city walls and streets,
with 36 principal sites numbered and keyed to a table below the map. Solomon’s Temple is at upper center and Herod’s Palace is located at the far left. Biblical
scenes are shown on the hillsides in the foreground, including the crucifixion and Salomon being anointed king. This is a later issue of Cornelius Danckert’s map,
published by Isaac van der Putte. Ref: cf. Poortman & Augusteijn #104. A nice impression with attractive color, wide margins, and minor soiling. There are three
professionally repaired tears: one that just passes neatline at left, one that enters 1/2” into image near centerfold at bottom, and one that enters 8” into map at bottom
right. (B)
$350-425
590.
Jerusalem, Holy Land (Ancient Jerusalem on the Same Scale as the Plan of the Modern City), ca. 1844. 7.2 x 9.2”. (HC) A simple bird’s-eye plan of ancient
Jerusalem that details topography, identifies major areas, and shows the three walls of the city. Important buildings such as the temple within the Court of the
Gentiles and Herod’s palace are included. Engraved by H. Bartlett. Some minor soiling, faint toning, and remnants of paper tape on recto in top corners, far
from map image. (B+)
$75-100
591.
Mount Tabor, Holy Land (Plan du Mont Thabor, et des Environs), Calmet, Dictionnaire Historique…Geographique et Litteral de la Bible, Paris, ca. 1730. 17.1 x
11.6”. (BW) This interesting view was engraved by Jean-Baptiste Scotin. It shows the region around Mount Tabor with a key at bottom describing the important
sites. On top of Mount Tabor is an engraved scene depicting the site of the Transfiguration of Christ and in the valley is the site for the battle between Barak and
the army of Jabin, commanded by Sisera. There is a hint of toning along centerfold, a minor extraneous crease in the top right corner, and hinge tape on the verso
of the top margin. (A)
$90-120
592.
Arabia (Carte des Trois Arabies. Tiree en Partie de l’Arabe de Nubie, en Partie de Divers autres Autheurs…), Sanson/Mariette, Cartes Generales de Toutes les
Parties du Monde…, Paris, 1654. 19.3 x 15.8”. (HC) This beautifully engraved 17th century map is one of the first large maps focused specifically on the Arabian
Peninsula. This map shows much new information regarding the location of towns and usage of contemporary place names, reflecting the increasing knowledge of
the area at the time. Sanson’s map of the Arabian Peninsula continued to influence maps of the region throughout the latter part of the 17th century. On this map,
Arabia is divided into three regions: Arabie Petree, Arabie Deserte, and Arabie Heureuse. There is great detail of mountains and rivers, although there are clear
geographical errors, such as the exaggerated extent of the mountain ranges. Numerous tiny villages are depicted, including stopping places on the pilgrimage to
Mecca (Iathreb, Badrahenen, Gioffa, and Cadaid, among others), as well as towns that appeared for the first time on a map of Arabia (Hagair, Hadrama, Salamia,
and Iamama). Bahrain is also delineated. The map is adorned with a large columnar style title cartouche. Engraved by Jean Somer. Ref: Tibbetts #98; Ankary,
p. 98, #60; Couto #61; Pastoureau, Sanson V [6]. Watermarked paper with attractive color. (A)
$800-1000
593.
Arabia (Arabie), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) This miniature map of Arabia depicts major towns and key topographical features. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature
world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with wide, original
margins. (A)
$110-140
594.
Arabia (Carte de la Coste d’Arabie, Mer Rouge, et Golfe de Perse), Bellin, Paris, 1740. 9.9 x 8.7”. (HC) This attractive map of Arabia and the Red Sea emphasizes the coastlines and the interior is primarily left blank. The shoals and navigational hazards in the Red Sea and the pearl banks off the coast of Bahrain are also
noted. The map is nicely decorated with a title cartouche and a compass rose. Watermarked paper with faint offsetting and some light mildew stains in blank
margins just entering map at top left. (B+)
$200-240
595.
Persia - Iran (Asiae V Tab), Ptolemy/Mercator, Tabulae Geographicae Cl: Ptolemei…, ca. 1578. 18.2 x 13.6”. (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. Latin text on verso. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #22121. A dark impression on watermarked paper with good margins, light offsetting, and a printer’s crease at left. There are professional repairs to a few chips and
holes in bottom blank margin, just entering map border at centerfold. (B+)
$275-350
596.
Persia - Iran (L’Empire du Sophy des Perses), Sanson, Geographise en Historische Werelt Beschryving…, Paris, [1683]. 9.6 x 7.6”. (HC) This is a reduced version
of Sanson’s map of the Persian Empire covering the region of present-day Kuwait, Iraq, and Iran with a part of the Arabian Peninsula. Engraved by A. d’Winter
and decorated with a wreath-style cartouche. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON VII F bis. Watermarked paper with a couple of tiny spots and toning in top blank margin.
The top margin has been extended with old paper to accommodate framing. (A)
$140-170
597.
Caucasus (Tabula Asiae II), Munster, Geographia Universalis…, Basel, ca. 1540. 13.3 x 10.6”. (HC) Woodblock Ptolemaic map of ancient Sarmatia located
northeast of the Black Sea. Mountain ranges dominate the map and three gates are shown in the Caucasus Mountains, which in ancient times used to be a caravan
route to the ancient Orient. The Alexandri Columns are shown in present day Georgia. Latin text within a decorative engraving on verso. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #210-18. There is light soiling and a professionally repaired centerfold separation that enters 1/4” into map at bottom. (B+)
$240-300
598.
Caucasus (Colchis, Iberia, Albania, Quaeq; Caucaslae Gentes, Istmum quod Pontum Euxinum Caspiumq; Mare Interjacet Incolunt), Sanson/Mariette, Cartes
Generales de Toutes les Parties du Monde…, Paris, 1667. 19.3 x 14.3”. (HC) This attractive map focuses on the region between the Black and Caspian Seas.
There is great detail of the mountains, cities and villages. Colchis is the legendary kingdom in the Greek myth wherein Jason and the Argonauts stole the Golden
Fleece from King Aeetes. The decorative title cartouche is draped in a sheepskin and flanked by two hunting dogs. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON V B #156. A sharp
impression on watermarked paper with original outline color and later coloring in cartouche, and light toning along centerfold. (B+)
$300-400
599.
Central Asia ([Title on Verso] Tabula VIII Asiae), Ptolemy/Fries, Claudii Ptolemaei Alexandrini Geographicae…, Strassburg, ca. 1535. 16 x 12.1”. (HC) Woodblock map illustrating the Ptolemaic concept of the central Asian steppe, ancient Schytia Extra Imaum, in a trapezoidal projection. The kingdom of Serica is
shown, which is thought to represent “land where silk comes from.” The map is reduced from Martin Waldseemuller’s map. Title is on verso. Ref: Mickwitz &
Miekkavaara #209-41. Old color on watermarked paper with one tiny centerfold separation, two small holes along centerfold in top and bottom blank margins not
affecting map, and marginal soiling. (A)
$200-240
600.
Central Asia ([Lot of 2] Tabula Asiae VII [and] Tabula Asiae VIII), Ptolemy/Magini, Venice, ca. 1617. 6.7 x 5.2”. (BW) This pair of maps was engraved by
Girolamo Porro for the quarto edition of Ptolemy’s Geography, which was edited by the distinguished Italian geographer Giovanni Magini. Both maps have Latin
text on verso.
A. Tabula Asiae VII. This map depicts the region east of the Caspian Sea including present-day Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, and part of
Iran. Ptolemy’s “stone tower,” the Turris Lapidea, is depicted at right.
B. Tabula Asiae VIII. 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 number of recognizable rivers and place
names. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #231-23 & #231-24. Faint toning with one tiny spot on VII sheet. (A)
$400-475
601.
Central Asia (Tab. VIII. Asiae, Scythiam Extra Imaum, ac Sericam Comprehendens...), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s Atlas Tabulae Geographicae Orbis
Terrarum, Amsterdam, [1730]. 15.9 x 13.6”. (HC) This fine copper engraved map covers Central Asia east of the Caspian Sea in what is now Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan
and western China. The Himalayas and Northern India run across the bottom of the map. The map includes several quaint scenes of the local people, encampments, camel herds, and the capture of wild horses. 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. This is the third state with a re-engraved title
cartouche and the addition of a grid, published by R. and J. Westenios and Guil. Smith. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #235-14; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #0928:1.3.
Nice impression and color on watermarked paper with a printer’s crease adjacent to centerfold, a few spots of printer’s ink residue, and light toning along sheet
edges, far from image. (A)
$190-220
602.
Asia (Asia), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, London, [1625]. 7.5 x 6”. (BW) A small version of Hondius’ important map of the continent and the East
Indies. Korea appears as an island, an exaggerated Gulf of Cambay distorts the Indian subcontinent, the southern coastline of Java is blank, and in the extreme
east, across the Anian Strait, is Americae Pars. A great map with much else of interest. Strapwork title and scale of miles cartouches. On a full sheet of English
text (8.0 x 12.6”) with text on verso.
from Hondius’ plates, with English titles inserted above them. Purchas also had a few additional maps engraved, including those for India, China, Greenland,
North America, and Nova Scotia. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.PUR-1a #21. A nice impression with one small rust spot on right neatline. No left margin, as issued.
(B+)
$275-350
603.
Asia (Asia Recens Summa Cura Delineata), Hondius/Jansson, Nuevo Atlas, Amsterdam, ca. 1653. 19.8 x 14.8”. (HC) In 1630 Henricus Hondius and Jan Jansson
undertook a major revision of the Mercator Atlas in response to fierce competition with the Blaeu family. This map is based on the 1623 map of Asia by Henricus’
brother (Jodocus), but without the decorative panels. The map extends from the Arabian Peninsula through the East Indies. There is a wide expanse of ocean
between the east coast of Asia and America, which is conveniently hidden by a dedication cartouche. Korea is shown as a long peninsula and Japan is based on
the Ortelius/Teixeira model. This beautiful map became the standard map of Asia throughout the 17th century. Two hunters flank the title cartouche and the map
is embellished with a pair of lions, an elephant, European ships, a Chinese sampan and a sea monster. Spanish text on verso, published between 1653-66. Ref:
Yeo #33; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #8000:1D.4. Wide margins with light soiling and professional repairs to several centerfold separations and a tear that just touches
neatline at bottom left. (B+)
$800-950
604.
Asia (Asia Noviter Delineata), Blaeu, Amsterdam, ca. 1660. 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. This is a later edition with evidence of a crack in the
copperplate at bottom center. Dutch text on verso. Ref: Walter #25; Yeo #24; Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #8000:2. A nice impression with attractive old color. There
are a few minor spots and archival repairs to a centerfold separation that enters 3.5” into map at bottom and to an adjacent 1” tear east of Sri Lanka. There are a
few tiny chips and tears in blank margins, not affecting image. (B+)
$3750-4500
605.
Asia (Asie), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.9 x 4”. (HC) This charming miniature map of Asia depicts major towns and key
topographical features. The Caspian Sea (Mer de Kilan) is depicted in a round formation. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a
wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135;
Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. A nice impression on watermarked paper with attractive color and light toning along centerfold and sheet edges. (B+)
$160-190
606.
Asia (L’Asie Divisee en ses Principales Regions, et ou se Peut Voir l’Estendue des Empires, Monarchies, Royaumes, et Estats qui Partagent Presentement l’Asie),
Sanson/Jaillot, Atlas Nouveau, Paris, ca. 1692. 34.3 x 21.5”. (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 were destroyed by fire. Jaillot re-engraved Sanson’s important maps on
an enlarged scale and published them first in Paris and later printed by Pierre Mortier in Amsterdam. This expansive map of Asia is one of the largest and most
impressive general maps of the continent. It is based on Sanson’s 1650 map, but Jaillot updated the northeastern coastline from Duval’s map of 1670. 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. Printed on two sheets and joined,
as issued. Ref: Yeo #76.
Yeo #76. Issued folding, now pressed with creasing, light toning, and minor soiling. Short tears and chips in blank margins, and two tears at left and right that
extend approximately 2” into map image, have all been professionally repaired. Backed in Japanese tissue to reinforce folds and repair several small holes at fold
intersections. (B)
$750-950
607.
Asia (Asia Corrected from the Observation Communicated to the Royal Society at London and the Royal Academy at Paris), Senex, London, ca. 1714. 37.5 x 26”.
(HC) This large, scarce map generously describes the continent of Asia. It is most remarkable for its detail in the Philippines, Ladrones, and Indonesia. Japan
is dwarfed by the huge Land of Yedso (Hokkaido) above it, with a note: It is not known whether the country of Yedso be join’d to Japan or not. The coastline of
the Land of Compagnia is placed nearby. South of the Kingdom of Lassa or Boutan, the fictitious Chamay Lake is named. The map is dedicated to Sr. George
Markham, Baronet in the upper right, and the title cartouche is surrounded with classical figures. Printed on two joined sheets, as issued. Ref: Yeo #111. Some
toning, light damp stains and an extraneous crease near center. There are some short tears, repaired with tissue on verso. Paper replaced in the lower corners, with
a bit of the neatline at left replaced in facsimile. Even with these flaws, it is an impressive map. (B)
$700-900
608.
Asia ([Lot of 2] Asia [and] An Accurate Map of Asia, Drawn from the Sieur Robert, Geogr. to the French King, with Improvements), London, ca. 1740-59.
(BW)
A. Asia, by Herman Moll, from Salmon’s Modern History, circa 1740 (10.4 x 7.9”). Attractive reduced version of Moll’s map of Asia (1708), which was based on
the Delisle prototype. Moll continues the speculation that Iesso Land (Hokkaido) might be attached to the mainland. Published in London in Thomas Salmon’s
Modern History: or the Present State of All Nations. Condition: Faint toning and light, scattered foxing. (B+)
B. An Accurate Map of Asia, Drawn from the Sieur Robert, Geogr. to the French King, with Improvements, by George Rollos, from Geographical Dictionary, circa
1759 (11.9 x 7.6”). Detailed map depicting all of Europe and Asia showing cities, rivers and topography. The Great Wall of China is shown as Chinese Wall just
north of Beijing. Condition: A nice impression with marginal soiling. (A)
$140-170
609.
Asia (Asia), Neele, Evans’s Geographical Grammar, London, 1809. 9.8 x 7.81”. (HC) This small map of Asia was engraved by Samuel Neele for Rev. John Evans’
Geographical Grammar, published by James Cundee. It spans from the Arctic or Icy Ocean to the East Indies, and shows important cities, rivers, and topography.
The Great Wall of China is located, Novaya Zemlya is split into two islands, and Papua New Guinea has an incomplete coast. There is scattered light foxing, a
small stain around the centerfold in Russia, printer’s ink residue, and a centerfold separation in the bottom blank margin that has been closed on verso. (B)
$55-75
610.
Asia (Carte de l’Asie), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 21.7 x 15.8”. (HC) A very attractive, large map of continental Asia extending to and naming
Singapore in the south, and to the Bering Straight and the coast of Alaska in the northeast. The map is filled with great detail of political boundaries, place names,
topography, and rivers. Surrounded by a decorative keyboard-style border. Original outline color on bright paper with wide margins, light toning along sheet
edges, and a couple of insignificant spots. (A)
$150-180
611.
Asia (Asia), Tallis, Illustrated Atlas and Modern History of the World, London, ca. 1850. 12.7 x 10.2”. (HC) Finely engraved map of Asia that extends from
Turkey through China and Russia to show a little of Alaska, and from the Arctic Ocean south to delineate all of the East Indies. Beautifully engraved and rendered
vignettes of Petra, Tartars, Russian Peasants, The Walrus, and Sun-Birds of India and the Philippine Isles. The map is surrounded by a decorative border. Original
outline color with minor soiling and faint toning along the sheet’s edges. (A)
$160-190
612.
Northern Asia (Tartaria), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, London, [1625]. 7.3 x 5.5”. (BW) Charming small map of the northern region of Asia fully
engraved with mountains, forests, and towns. Includes part of China and the island form of Korea. The Anian Fretium separates Asia from Americae Pars. Adorned
with title and scale of miles cartouches. On full sheet of English text (7.8 x 12.3”) with text on verso.
from Hondius’ plates, with English titles inserted above them. Purchas also had a few additional maps engraved, including those for India, China, Greenland,
North America, and Nova Scotia. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.PUR-1a #40. A dark impression with minor show-through of text on verso. Narrow left margin, as
issued, with some loss of neatline at bottom left. (B+)
$120-160
613.
Northwestern Asia (Carte de la Tartarie Occidentale pour Servir a l’Histoire Générale des Voyages. Tirée des Auteurs Anglois), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale
des Voyages, Paris, 1749. 12.2 x 8.6”. (HC) This map covers western Tartary and focuses on the region of present-day Mongolia. This map reflects information
from Kyrkov’s important surveys of this remote region in addition to Jesuit and English sources. It includes detail of the roads and shows sections of the Great
Wall. It is dated 1749, when it was first published in the French edition of Prevost’s history of important voyages. Watermarked paper with a hint of toning along
centerfold and faint offsetting. (A)
$100-130
614.
Northeastern Russia ([Lot of 3] A Man of Kamtschatka, Travelling in Winter [and] Homme du Kamtchatka [and] Habitations d’Ete et d’Hiver du Kamtchatka),
Cook, A Voyage to the Pacific Ocean, ca. 1785. (BW) A handsome lot of three engravings from Kamtschatka, drawn by John Webber, a young artist who accompanied Captain James Cook on his third voyage to the Pacific in 1776-1780. The first depicts a man traveling in a sleigh pulled by huskies, the native Siberian
dogs, across a snow covered landscape in winter. The other two show a native man of Kamtschatka and the typical summer and winter dwellings found there.
Webber, who was fascinated with the natives and their habitations, took the opportunity to draw them whenever Cook’s ships anchored in harbors throughout the
Pacific and Pacific Northwest. The maps were published in the official account of Cook’s Third Voyage, with the second and third maps appearing in the French
edition (Troisieme Voyage de Cook, ou Voyage a l’Ocean Pacifique…).
A. A Man of Kamtschatka, Travelling in Winter (15.0 x 8.7”). Engraved by S. Middiman. Condition: Watermarked paper with one insignificant surface abrasion.
(A)
B. Homme du Kamtchatka (6.7 x 9.0”). Engraved by Bernard. Condition: Watermarked paper with marginal soiling. (A)
C. Habitations d’Ete et d’Hiver du Kamtchatka (14.2 x 9.0”). Engraved by Bernard. Condition: Even toning with a few small spots and an archivally repaired tear
at top center that just enters neatline. (B)
$300-375
615.
Asiatic Russia (Russia Asiatica Divisa nelle sue Provincie), Zatta, Atlante Novissimo, Venice, ca. 1785. 16 x 12.3”. (HC) The Asiatic regions of Russia are detailed
on this Italian map. It stretches from Novaya Zemlya and Turkmenistan to Kamchatka and Sakhalin Islands. Topography and the river systems are well depicted.
Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1a, Vol. 4 #16. On watermarked paper with a few small spots near the title cartouche and along the sheet edges. (B+)
$120-150
616.
Eastern Asia, Pacific Ocean (Carte des Declinaisons et Inclinaisons de l’Aiguille Aimantee Redigee d’Apres la Table des Observations Magnetiques Faites par les
Voyageurs Depuis l’Annee 1775), Buffon, Naturelle Histoire des Mineraux, ca. 1780. 22.3 x 22.3”. (BW) This chart is sheet number 4 from a series of 8 maps
and covers the Pacific Ocean from the Phillipines north to Korea, Japan and a portion of Alaska. The ocean is filled with magnetic readings from various explorers
after 1775 with particular emphasis along the coast of Japan, Kamtchatka and the Bering Strait. Published in Buffon’s Histoire Naturelle Histoire des Mineraux.
Please see lot 86 for the map of western North America from this same set that could be joined to form a larger map depicting the entire northern Pacific Ocean.
Issued folding on heavy, watermarked paper with light offsetting. Please note that the blue hue in the image is caused by our scanner and not in the physical map.
(B+)
$300-400
617.
China (Chine), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, [1682]. 4.1 x 5.1”. (HC) This miniature map of China, Korea and Taiwan depicts major towns
and key topographical features. The Great Wall is illustrated at top and Korea appears as a strangely shaped peninsula. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew
and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref:
King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with attractive color. (A)
$200-230
618.
Great Wall of China (View of the Great Wall of China, Called Van-Lee-Tching, or Wall of Ten Thousand Lee Taken Near the Pass of Cou-Pe-Koo), Nicol, An Authentic Account of an Embassy from the King … to the Emperor of China, London, 1796. 17.8 x 12”. (BW) This striking view of the Great Wall of China comes
from Sir George Staunton’s An Authentic Account of an Embassy from the King of Great Britain to the Emperor of China..., a multi-volume work recounting the
failed efforts of the Macartney Embassy to improve trade relations with China in 1793. Staunton wrote about the Great Wall in glowing terms, proclaiming, “The
masonry and brick work in the Towers alone exceed those of all London.” Drawn by William Alexander from a sketch by H.W. Parish and engraved by Thomas
Medland. On watermarked paper with good margins and light foxing. (B+)
$200-240
619.
China, Korea & Japan (Imperium Sinicum Quindecupartitum), Kircher, Amsterdam, ca. 1697. 18.1 x 13.7”. (HC) This rare map of China and Korea is based on
the work compiled by Jesuit Father Martino Martini. Father Martini’s map was gathered from Chinese sources between 1643 and 1650, and it greatly advanced
European knowledge of the region including the correct locations of many cities and topographical features. The trade route between Canton and Peking is noted
and the Great Wall and the Gobi Desert are both graphically pictured. This is Kircher’s second copperplate engraving, with more decorative cartouches and the same
title. Watermarked paper with attractive color, light soiling and a few spots of foxing. Professionally remargined at right and left with neatline at left expertly
replaced in facsimile. (B+)
$700-900
620.
China, Korea & Japan (Carte de l’Empire Chinois et du Japon), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 21.7 x 15.8”. (HC) Beautifully engraved and highly
detailed map that shows the size and breadth of China to include Taiwan (I. Formose) 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. A decorative keyboard-style border surrounds the map. Original outline color on
a bright sheet with wide margins and minor toning along sheet edges. There is very light scattered foxing, primarily at bottom right. (B+)
$150-180
621.
China & Korea (L’Empire de la Chine Dresse d’Apres les Cartes de l’Atlas Chinois), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris, ca. 1770. 20.9 x 19.2”. (HC)
This is a very handsome and finely engraved map with minute political and topographical detail. The large title cartouche is resplendent in the French style with
musicians, a dancer, and various accoutrements representative of the country. The map originated in 1751; this is a later edition with the date and privilege removed
from the cartouche. Ref: Pedley #408. Original outline color on watermarked paper with light toning and scattered foxing. The bottom edge of the sheet is a bit
crumpled, far from image. (B)
$350-425
622.
China & Korea (A New Map of China Drawn from Surveys Made by Order of the Emperor), Kitchin, Millar’s New Complete & Universal System of Geography,
London, ca. 1782. 14.9 x 13.3”. (BW) This later Kitchin map of China and its surroundings stretches from Tibet to the Sea of Japan, here called the Sea of Korea.
China is dense with detail, with mountains, provinces, rivers, and many cities noted. Tay-wan or Formosa I., Nan-King, Canton, and the Gulf of Tonkin appear.
There is a compass rose topped with a fleur-de-lis, two distance scales, a decorative title cartouche featuring figures in local dress near a massive vase, and a key
at bottom left that translates regional geographic terms into English. Issued folding with wide margins, faint offsetting, and light toning confined to the sheet’s
edges. (B+)
$100-140
623.
Japan (Isles du Iapon), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5 x 4”. (HC) This little map is important in the cartographic history of Japan
because it presents a new form in the evolution of the European mapping of Japan. Duval altered the Blancus/Moreira type by changing Lake Biwa into a wide
gulf, while Kyushu appears as a very rugged narrow island and Honshu takes on an exaggerated mushroom shape. This cartography was copied by several other
cartographers, particularly in pocket atlases. This is a later state of the map with Korea acknowledged as being a peninsula. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s
nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson.
Ref: Walter #48 & OAG-33; King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with a hint of toning along centerfold. (A)
$275-350
624.
Japan (Le Japon Divise en Soissante et Six Provinces, Cette Carte est Tiree des Cartes des Japonois par Mounsieur Reland [in book] Recueil de Voyages au Nord,
Contenant divers Memoires tres utiles au Commerce & a la Navigation…), Reland, [1715]. 17.5 x 11.8”. (BW) This first edition map of Japan shows the 66
provinces with both Roman and Sino-Japanese names. It is the first Western-produced map using Japanese cartography and ignoring the prior European use of
fictitious names. The inset map of Nagasaki “Vue de la Ville de Nangasacki...” is at lower center and is surrounded by 21 Armories of the Emperor and his shoguns. The map is bound into the original and complete Recueil de Voyages au Nord, Contenant divers Memoires tres utiles au Commerce & a la Navigation. Tome
Troisieme.. by Jean Frederic Bernard (4 x 6.8”). This edition also includes a second map, L’ile de Terre Neuve et le Golfe de Saint Laurent, Selon les Meilleurs
Memoires (12.5 x 8”) which shows the Gulf of Saint Lawrence bounded by Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and also depicts the Grand Banks.
In original full leather with raised and gilt spine, red fore-edges, title page in red & black with engraved “A Limmorta-Lite”, 340 pp., and two folding maps. Ref:
Walter OAG #66. The maps are in near fine condition with only a hint of toning along the edges of the sheet and minor misfolding of the Canadian map. Contents
are fine, and the original binding is very good with light shelf wear. (A)
$1500-1800
625.
Japan (L’Empire du Japon, Tire des Cartes des Japonnois), Chatelain, Atlas Historique…, Amsterdam, ca. 1719. 17.3 x 14.3”. (HC) This bold map of Japan is
based on Adrian Reland’s map of 1715. Reland’s map was based on a Japanese model that had been produced as a travel map. As such, the geographical shape of
the islands was made to fit into a predetermined format. This distorted shape resulted in a truncated Honshu, thus actually setting the European cartography of Japan
backwards for a short period of time. On the other hand, the superb depiction of Kyushu is not surpassed until the 19th century. Reland’s map is also important for its
use of Sino-Japanese characters (in addition to Dutch) for all sixty-six provinces. Chatelain’s version includes several errors in the Dutch names, which were likely
not noticed by his French clientele. An inset map of Nagasaki shows the Dejima, an artificial island in Nagasaki harbor that housed the Dutch trading station of the
VOC. Chatelain’s elaborate cartouche notes the Japanese basis for the map, but does not mention Reland. Ref: Walter #70 & OAG-71. A clean, bright example with
a dark impression on watermarked paper with wide margins. (A+)
$1500-1700
626.
Japan (Carte de l’Empire du Japon), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1752. 12.3 x 8.5”. (BW) This is a reduced Dutch version of Bellin’s
influential map made for Jesuit Father Pierre-Francois-Xavier de Charlevoix’s Histoire du Japon. Japan is presented on the Kaempfer/Scheuchzer model with several
corrections to the coastlines, and individual provinces are delineated via engraved line. The Mer de Coree is shown to the west. The decorative rococo-style title
cartouche includes two distance scales. Dutch title below the map image. Ref: cf. Walter OAG #101. Issued folding with one very faint damp stain. (A)
$300-375
627.
Southeast Asia (Exacta & Accurata Delineatio cum Orarum Maritimarum tum Etiam Locorum Terrestrium quae in Regionibus China, Cauchinchina, Camboja sive
Champa, Syao, Malacca, Arracan & Pegu...), Linschoten/Langren, Itinerario…, Amsterdam, 1595. 20.6 x 15.3”. (HC) This influential map was the first published
map of the Far East to be derived from Portuguese sources. Thus it is credited with breaking the Portuguese monopoly on the East Indian trade and was among the
most important sources of information on Southeast Asia during the sixteenth century. The map is oriented with north to the left by two gorgeous compass roses.
While based primarily on Portuguese portolan charts, Linschoten also drew on the cartographic work of Plancius. Southeast Asia and Japan are based on the cartography of Fernão Vaz Dourado, and China on the map of Barbuda. The Philippines is drawn from de Lasso with the curious orientation of Palawan. In other regions,
Linschoten draws upon the reports of Marco Polo, most notably for the location of the mythical land of Beach provincia auriferain the region where Australia would
eventually be discovered. On the mainland, the course of the Mekong is placed too far west, significantly distorting the region and four large lakes in the interior are
based on Chinese legend. Corea is shown as a large circular island. The map was beautifully engraved by Langren and is richly adorned with sea monsters and sailing
vessels, along with a number of animals in the interior of China. Printed on two sheets, as issued. Ref: Schilder #18; Suarez (SEA) fig. 91; Walter #12; Shirley (BL
Atlases) G.LIN-1 #4. A fine impression on watermarked paper with attractive old color that has been lightly refreshed. Issued folding, now pressed with professional
repairs to a few tiny holes at fold intersections. There is some printer’s ink residue, overall light toning and soiling, and a tear in border at top left that has also been
professionally repaired. Narrow margins. (B)
$13000-15000
628.
Southeast Asia (India Orientalis), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, [1625]. 7.2 x 5.6”. (HC) Fine example of this reduced version of Jodocus Hondius’
important map of mainland Southeast Asia. It covers the region from the Indian sub-continent through Burma and Thailand, to the Philippines and extends to the
tip of the Malaysian peninsula with parts of Borneo and Sumatra. It depicts the classical view of the river systems originating in a mythical Chiamai Lacus. India
is much too narrow, Ceylon is overly large, and two large lakes are depicted in China. On a full sheet of English text (7.7 x 12.3”). A nice impression with light
show-through of text on verso and some toning along sheet edges. Trimmed close to neatline at left, as issued. (B+)
$250-325
629.
Southeast Asia (Presqu’Isle de Linde de la le Gange), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 3.9 x 4.9”. (HC) This miniature map of Southeast
Asia extends from Burma and China in the north to a portion of Sumatra in the south. The map depicts major towns, key topographical features, and dozens of tiny
islands. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography
with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. A nice impression on watermarked paper with attractive old
color that has been partially refreshed and light toning along centerfold and sheet edges. (B+)
$140-180
630.
Southeast Asia (Les Indes Orientales, ou sont Distingues les Empires et Royaumes…), Robert de Vaugondy, Atlas Universel, Paris, ca. 1751. 22.3 x 19”. (HC) A
crisply engraved map describing India, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia, the island of Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and a portion of Sumatra. The map is filled
with detail, particularly of the coastlines and small islands, including the tiny island of Sinca poura (Singapore). A decorative floral cartouche surrounds the title, and
three scales of miles are located at the bottom of the map. Engraved by Guillaume Delahaye. Ref: Pedley #400. Original outline color on watermarked paper with
one tiny hole just off the eastern coast of India, some very faint printer’s ink residue, and a small hole confined to the left blank margin. (A)
$325-400
631.
Southeast Asia (Chine et Indes avec les Isles; d’Apres les Descriptions les Plus Exactes), Brion de la Tour/Desnos, Paris, 1766. 12.4 x 11.1”. (HC) Lovely map
covering the region from India, through China and the Philippines and south to include all of Indonesia. It is decorated with a delicately engraved title cartouche
and surrounded by an ornate border. This example has ample margins as well as light scattered foxing, a stain on part of the border at left, slight toning along the
centerfold, and a 1/2” centerfold separation at bottom that just touches the border. (B)
$200-250
632.
Southeast Asia (Indo-Chine et Archipel d’Asie), Migeon, Geographie Universelle, Paris, ca. 1874. 16.7 x 12.9”. (HC) This map of Southeast Asia gives excellent
detail of towns, harbors, rivers and topography. The map includes a lovely vignette of Norodom Palace in Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), which was built by the French
in 1873 and housed the Governors-General of French Indochina until the region was captured by the Japanese in World War I. Sadly, the palace was destroyed during the Vietnam War, and a new palace (named Independence Palace) was built in its place shortly thereafter. Engraved by L. Smith with lettering by A. Bixet, and
published by Charles Lacoste. Original color with a hint of toning. (A)
$55-70
633.
Burma and Thailand (Arachan & Pegu), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.3 x 3.7”. (HC) North is shown to the
left of this miniature map of the Burmese kingdoms of Arakan and Pegu. The map extends to also cover a portion of Thailand with the city of Siam shown on a large
island near the mouth of the Menan fluvius (Chao Phraya River). French text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8345:342. A nice
impression with attractive color and very light toning. (B+)
$160-190
634.
Philippines (Isles Philippines dites Autrement de Manilhe), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 5.1 x 4.1”. (HC) This miniature map of
the Philippines includes parts of China and Borneo, and depicts major towns and key topographical features. The fictitious island of San Juan (I. S. Iuan) appears in
one of its largest configurations. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine
miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermarked paper with a hint of
toning along centerfold. (A)
$240-300
635.
East Indies - Indonesia (Isles Molucques), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.9 x 3.9”. (HC) Charming miniature map of the famous
Spice Islands depicting even some very tiny islands. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps
including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. A nice impression
on watermarked paper with attractive old color that has been partially refreshed and light toning along centerfold and sheet edges. (B+)
$140-180
636.
East Indies - Indonesia (The Principal Islands of the East Indies), Moll, A System of Geography, London, [1701]. 7.4 x 6.8”. (HC) This bold copper-engraved chart
of the East Indies includes Sumatra, Java, Malacca (Malaysia), Cambodia, part of New Guinea, and the Philippines. There is a surprising amount of detail, particularly
the naming of numerous small islands and their coastlines. On a full sheet of text measuring 8.0 x 12.3”. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.Moll-1b. Nice impression
and color on watermarked paper with light show-through of text on verso and one small abrasion in the lower border. (B+)
$250-325
637.
Java, Indonesia (Iava Maior), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.2 x 3.8”. (BW) This precisely engraved map shows
the northern coastline with numerous place names, but the southern coastline is entirely conjectural. The map is handsomely adorned with two strapwork cartouches
and a ship. French text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8510:342. A nice impression with light show-through of text on verso and
one small spot in distance scale cartouche. (A)
$220-250
638.
Jakarta, Indonesia ([Lot of 5] A Plan of the City and Castle of Batavia [and] Topasses and Mardikers at Batavia [and] A Javanese Man and Woman [and] Merchant
of Java. Malayan & his Wide as Habited at Batavia [and] Oran=Ootan. The Hooded Serpent. An Ape of Java), Moll, Salmon’s Modern History, London, ca. 1745.
(BW)
A. A Plan of the City and Castle of Batavia (10.8 x8.5”). A finely engraved bird’s-eye plan of the city and fortifications of Jakarta, the capital of the Dutch East
Indies, based on a similar plan by Bellin. A detailed key at the bottom right identifies the buildings and sites of importance. In the harbor are three ships including
a three-masted warship, and in The Great River are two smaller sailing boats.
In addition to the plan, there are four engravings depicting the natives of the region including:
B. Topasses and Mardikers at Batavia (9.0 x 6.1”).
C. A Javanese Man and Woman (9.0 x 6.3”).
D. Merchant of Java. Malayan & his Wife as Habited at Batavia (9.1 x 6.2”).
E. Oran=Ootan. The Hooded Serpent. An Ape of Java (8.6 x 5.8”).
Ref: cf. Shirley (BL-Atlas) G.SALM-1c #6. There are a few minor spots in the images and light soiling confined to the blank margins. (B+)
$275-350
639.
India ([Title on Verso] Asiae Tabula Decima Continet Indiam intra Gangem), Waldseemuller/Fries, Claudii Ptolemaei Alexandrini Geographicae, Strassburg, ca.
1541. 18.8 x 11.8”. (HC) This woodblock map illustrates the Ptolemaic concept of the region between the deltas of the Indus and Ganges Rivers. The map is
reduced from Martin Waldseemuller’s map and presents the region with large mountain ranges, bold rivers and numerous place names. Following Ptolemy’s outline, southern India is severely truncated and the northern tip of Taprobana appears incorrectly to the west of the subcontinent. Latin title and text on verso. Ref:
Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #211-24. A clean, bright example with a hint of toning along centerfold in blank margins, and two tiny holes in blank margins. (A)
$700-850
640.
India ([Lot of 4] India Proper, or the Empire of the Great Mogul [and] A New Map of the Seat of War on the Coast of Malabar & Coromandel, in the Empire of
the Great Mogol... [and] Bombay on the Malabar Coast... [and] Fort St. George on the Coromandel Coast...), ca. 1740-63. (BW)
A. India Proper, or the Empire of the Great Mogul, by Herman Moll, from Salmon’s Modern History, circa 1740 (7.1 x 10.2”). This interesting map of India extends
from the Maldives and Sri Lanka in the south to Tibet in the north and provides many place names of regions, towns, mountains, rivers, and even a “road beset with
trees” is labeled. The British interests in this region correspond to the East India Company’s growing influence in India. Published in London in Thomas Salmon’s
Modern History: or the Present State of All Nations. Condition: A dark impression with light toning. (B+)
B. A New Map of the Seat of War on the Coast of Malabar & Coromandel, in the Empire of the Great Mogol. Drawn from the Best Authorities, by Thomas Kithcin,
from Annual Register, dated 1763 (8.9 x 9.6”). This copper engraved map locates major towns, rivers and mountain ranges. It extends from the Indus River to
Tibet, the Kingdom of Asam in the east, and includes Sri Lanka. Finely engraved with a decorative rococo-style title cartouche. Condition: Issued folding with a
binding trim at bottom and a narrow margin at left. (B+)
C. Bombay on the Malabar Coast, Belonging to the East India Company of England, from Royal Magazine, circa 1760 (8.6 x 6.2”). This small view shows the
city of Bombay with several sailing ships and boats in the bay. Condition: Issued folding with light offsetting from an opposing text page and a few faint spots of
foxing. (B+)
D. Fort St. George on the Coromandel Coast, Belonging to the East India Company of England, by Benjamin Cole, from Royal Magazine, circa 1760 (8.4 x 6.2”).
View of the first British fort in India built in 1644. Condition: Issued folding with light offsetting from an opposing text page, a bit of toning, and a few faint spots
of foxing. (B)
$200-250
641.
India (Geographical, Historical, and Statistical Map of India), Aspin/Lavoisne, A Complete Genealogical, Historical, Chronological, And Geographical Atlas...,
London, 1820. 12.8 x 13.2”. (HC) This is the first American edition of this informative map of India, updated from the London edition of 1817 and published by
M. Carey & Son. In addition to showing political divisions, towns, rivers, mountains, and other topographical features, the map notes the dates and locations of a
plethora of battles and naval engagements as well as marking British possessions and dependencies. The map is surrounded by English text describing the nation’s
geographical features and history, with a list at bottom detailing the specifics of some of the battles shown in the map above. An alternate title, Hindoostan; or,
India: Drawn from the Most Recent Authorities, for the Illustration of Lavoisne’s Genealogical, Historical, Chronological, and Geographical Atlas, appears in a
cartouche within the map. Originally engraved by Kneass and printed by T.H. Palmer. With surrounding text, the sheet measures 20.7 x 16.6.” Original color
with light toning along the centerfold and minor offsetting. There is a centerfold separation at top that just enters the neatline of map image and another at bottom
that enters about 1” into the text, both of which have been closed on verso with archival tape. Inches away, a tear measuring approximately 2” also enters the text
and has also been closed on verso. (B)
$80-100
642.
Northern India (L’Empire du Grand Mogol), Sanson, Geographise en Historische Werelt Beschryving…, Paris, [1683]. 9.6 x 7.5”. (HC) This small map covers Northern India and present-day Nepal and Bangladesh and shows the political divisions, topography, cities and major towns. At right is the mythical Lac de
Chiamay. It is decorated with a nice title cartouche. Ref: Pastoureau, SANSON VII F bis. A nice impression with light toning and a few small spots. The right
margin has been extended with old paper to accommodate framing. (B+)
$150-180
643.
Southern India & Sri Lanka (Narsinga), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.3 x 3.9”. (HC) This charming
miniature map of southern India and Ceylon is oriented with north to the left. Narsinga, referred to as the Kingdom of Bisnaga by the Portuguese, was the Hindu
Vijayanagara Empire that controlled southern India. French text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8335:342. Attractive color
with light, overall toning. (B+)
$160-200
644.
Sri Lanka (Taprobana), Porcacchi, L’Isole piu Famose del Mondo, ca. 1576. 5.5 x 4”. (HC) Charming map of the island nation of Sri Lanka with north oriented
to the right of the map. Only a bit of the Indian mainland is shown and it is incorrectly depicted to the east of the island. Strapwork title cartouche, an unusual
compass rose and a stipple engraved sea combine to make this a very attractive map. Engraved by Girolamo Porro and printed on a full sheet (7 x 10.3”) of Italian
text. Ref: King (2nd Ed.), p. 57-59. Marginal soiling and manuscript ink above the map. (A)
$180-220
645.
Sri Lanka (Tabula Asiae XII), Magini, Venice, ca. 1620. 6.8 x 5”. (BW) Ptolemy’s twelfth map of Asia depicting Taprobana (Sri Lanka) based on Gastaldi’s
1548 map. There is a picture of an elephant and descriptive text next to the map, which identifies the island of Taprobana with Sumatra - a common sixteenth
century confusion concerning this island. On a full sheet (11.5 x 8”) with Italian text below. Watermarked paper with one small rust spot towards top of island
and marginal soiling. (B+)
$200-240
646.
Sri Lanka (Carte de la Baye et du Port de Trinquemalay dans l’Isle de Ceylan Levee Exactement en 1762 par le Sr. Ge. Neichelson…), Apres de Mannevillette,
Le Neptune Oriental, Paris, [1775]. 26 x 19”. (BW) This detailed nautical chart depicts the Bay of Trincomalee, a strategic sea port in the international trading
history of Sri Lanka located on the northwest coast. The chart is fully engraved with great detail of the coastline and countless soundings, and features a legend
identifying 23 locations, a compass rose and two views of the coastline. Columns of French text at left give detailed sailing instructions. Engraved by Guillaume
Delahaye. Watermarked paper with some light stains and a 2.5” tear at bottom right that has been closed with archival materials. (B)
$200-300
647.
Southern Asia (Tabula Geographica Hydrophylacium Asiae Majoris Exhibens, quo Omnia Flumina Sive Proxime Sive Remote per Occultos Maeandros Originem
Suam Sortiuntur), Kircher, Mundus Subteranneus, Amsterdam, ca. 1665. 16.1 x 13.5”. (HC) The Jesuit scholar Athanasius Kircher was one of the first compilers of semi-scientific knowledge about the physical features of the world. This very unusual map depicts all of southern Asia from the Arabian peninsula to the
Philippines including the East Indies to the Celebes. It extends north to show part of the Caspian Sea. The map has limited political detail with only regions and
countries named, plus the principal rivers, lakes and mountains. A huge subterranean lake in the area of Nepal and Tibet is the principle source for most of the rivers
in Asia. Decorative title cartouche features angels or putti, and Neptune. Kircher’s Mundus Subterraneus (The Underground World) was the first serious effort to
describe the physical makeup of the earth, proposing theories (sometimes fantastic) in the areas of physics, geography, geology, and chemistry. A fine impression
on watermarked paper with a professionally repaired worm track confined to top blank margin. What appears in the image to be toning along the centerfold is just
show-through of the back strap on verso. (A)
$900-1100
648.
Southern Asia (Les Vrays Indes dits Grands Indes ou Indes Orientales), Fer, Atlas Curieux, Paris, 1705. 12.4 x 9”. (BW) An attractive small map covering the
region from India east to Thailand and the Malay peninsula, north to China. The map is filled with towns and villages along the coastline, rivers and topography.
Adorned by a decorative drape-style title cartouche and distance scale. Engraved by Charles Inselin. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.FER-3a; Pastoureau, Fer 1 [107]
Lightly toned with minor offsetting along the centerfold. (B+)
$275-350
649.
Southern Asia (Carte de l’Inde en Deca et au Dela du Gange), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 21.7 x 15.8”. (HC) A finely engraved map extending
from India in the west to Vietnam and the Malay Peninsula in the east. There is excellent detail of topography, rivers, political boundaries, and towns. Numerous
small islands in the Indian Ocean are also named. Surrounded by a decorative keyboard-style border. Original outline color on bright paper with wide margins
and light toning along sheet edges. There are a few light spots and a centerfold separation that just enters map border at bottom that has been closed on verso with
archival tape. (B+)
$120-150
650.
Pakistan (Tab. IX. Asiae, Continens Ariam, Paropanisum, Drangianam, Arachosiam, et Gedrosiam...), Ptolemy/Mercator, Claudii Ptolemaei’s Atlas Tabulae
Geographicae Orbis Terrarum, Amsterdam, [1730]. 15.5 x 13.6”. (HC) This fine copper engraved map covers the region to the west of the Indus River in what
is present-day Pakistan. 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. This is the third state with a re-engraved title cartouche and the addition
of a grid, published by R. and J. Westenios and Guil. Smith. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #235-15; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #0929:1.3. Nice impression and color
on watermarked paper with a couple of tiny, insignificant spots in image and light toning along sheet edges, far from image. (A)
$160-200
651.
Maldives, Indian Ocean (A Chart of the Coast of Persia, Guzarat, & Malabar Drawn from the French Chart of ye Eastern Ocean), Child, London, ca. 1745. 7.8
x 9.7”. (HC) An attractive copper engraved chart centered on the Arabian Sea that shows some of the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, extending past Persia
to include half of India. The map locates the Maldives and many offshore islands and details capes, shoals, bays, and major harbors. The map is decorated with
a compass rose with fleur-de-lys at center and a rococo-style title cartouche featuring a fountain, sea-horse, water nymph, and two wind heads. Engraved by G.
Child. Light offsetting. (B+)
$150-190
652.
Indian Ocean (Indes Ile. Feuille), Bonne/Lattre, Atlas Moderne ou Collection de Cartes…, Paris, ca. 1770. 16.3 x 11.5”. (HC) This great chart of the Indian
Ocean shows Sri Lanka, the southern tip of India, and a small portion of Sumatra and Thailand. There is good detail of the islands in the Indian Ocean, including
the Lakshadweep Islands, the Maldives, the Nicobar Islands, and a number of other small islands. The map is embellished with rhumb lines and trade wind arrows.
Title above upper neatline. Original color on watermarked paper with wide margins. There is a faint damp stain along centerfold at bottom and a small area of
paper weakness along centerfold towards bottom of map. (B+)
$140-170
Africa
653.
Madagascar (Isle de Madagascar dite de St. Laurens et Aujourdhui Isle Dauphine), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.9 x 4”. (HC)
This miniature map of Madagascar extends to include the southeastern coast of Africa, and depicts major towns and key topographical features. Pierre Duval was
Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps
based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa. Watermark of a crown with faint toning along centerfold and marginal soiling. There
is evidence of a crack in the plate in the top border. (A)
$95-120
654.
Africa (Africa), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1616]. 5.3 x 3.8”. (HC) A reduced version of Hondius’ superb map of
the continent. It is based on the Mercator model with revisions to the coastlines, particularly that of Madagascar. Hondius improved the Cape area by inserting C.
Falco and discarding Cayneca. In western Africa, the Niger River flows in a fairly straight line to the Atlantic, and two large lakes south of the equator are shown
as the source of the Nile River. The map is crisply engraved and decorated with strapwork title and distance scale cartouches. Latin title page on verso. Ref: Betz
#56; King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8600:342. A nice impression with attractive color and light toning. (B+)
$200-230
655.
Africa ([Lot of 3] Barbaria [and] Congi Regnu [and] Guinea), Hondius/Purchas, Purchas His Pilgrimes, London, [1625]. 7 x 5.7”. (BW) At the beginning of
the 17th century, Purchas, an English cleric, set out to publish a compendium of voyages to foreign countries. To illustrate his work, Purchase obtained the rights
to use Jodocus Hondius’ copperplates from Atlas Minor. Over 60 maps were included in Purchas His Pilgrimes, most of which were from Hondius’ plates, with
English titles inserted above them.
This lot features three regional maps of Africa from this publication. Each is on a full sheet of English text (8.0 x 12.5”) with text on verso.
A. Barbaria. Includes two smaller maps below showing Carthage and the Nile Delta. Condition: There are a few light spots and a small horizontal extraneous
crease. (B)
B. Congi Regnu. Condition: Light damp stains in the text below the map, away from the image. (A)
C. Guinea. Includes an inset of St. Thomas. Condition: Light soiling with an extraneous crease along the left side of the image. Narrow left margin, as issued.
(B+)
Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) G.PUR-1a #17, #19 & #37.
656.
$350-450
Africa (Africae, Described, the Manners of their Habits, and Buildinge…), Speed, A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World, London, 1626. 20.1 x 15.4”.
(HC) This decorative map is the first map of Africa prepared by an English cartographer. It is based closely on the maps of Jodocus Hondius and Willem Blaeu.
It presents a typical, early seventeenth century view of the continent with the interior filled with fictitious mountains, rivers and lakes. The origin of the Nile
conforms to the Ptolemaic tradition of the large twin lakes in the southern part of the continent. The kingdom of Monomotapa occupies a large region in southern
Africa. There are numerous interesting notations, including several concerning where gold can be found. The English text on verso provides a fascinating view of
the European concept concerning the wildlife, customs and manners of the African people. There is a description of Anthropophagi, cannibals, who kill their own
babies to avoid the trouble of raising them; but, in order to preserve their race, steal children from their neighbors. The beautiful carte-a-figures border features
natives in their tribal costumes. At top is a panel of panoramas and plans illustrating Tanger, Ceuta, Alger, Tunis, Alexandria, Cairo (Alca), Mozambique and the
Canaries. Finely engraved by Abraham Goos, with his signature at lower left. This is the first state, published and sold by George Humble between 1631-32. Ref:
Betz #62.1; Norwich #30. A fine, early impression with attractive color, minor show-through of text on verso, and a few short tears confined to blank margins that
have been professionally repaired. There is light toning along sheet edges. (A)
$4000-5000
657.
Africa (Africae Nova Tabula), Mercator/Cloppenburgh, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1673. 9.7 x 7.3”. (BW) This fine chart details the entire continent of Africa
with Madagascar and the Arabian Peninsula. It was published in the Cloppenburgh atlas and is taken from Hondius’ folio map of the same title (Norwich Africa
#34). Includes the hypothetical interior detail, which is typical of maps from this period. The Nile originates from two large lakes well south of the Equator.
Decorated in the sea with numerous sailing ships and sea monsters. Strapwork style title cartouche. Engraved by Pieter van den Keere. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol.
III) #8600:353. A nice impression on a moderately toned sheet with light offsetting. (B)
$220-250
658.
Africa (Africae Accurata Tabula), Visscher, Amsterdam, ca. 1677. 21.4 x 17.2”. (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. Attractive original color that has been partially refreshed with light soiling. (B+)
$1100-1300
659.
Africa (Africae Tabula), Weigel, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 13.4 x 10.8”. (HC) Depicts the continent in a way typical of the early 18th century with spurious topography in the interior. The source of the Nile is shown emanating from the Ptolemaic lakes of Zaflan and Zaire south of the equator. The cartouche is surrounded by
natives, elephants, an ostrich, and a lion. Ref: Norwich #58. There are several small brown spots in the image, light offsetting, and a damp stain at center. (B)
$275-375
660.
Africa (Africa), Jefferys, London, ca. 1749. 9.6 x 7.2”. (HC) Interesting small map of the continent. The source of the Nile is in the correct vicinity, here called
Nilehead and shown to be in Tzana Lake. Several regions are named, including Caffraria, Hottentots, and the Sahara, here labeled Zaara or the Desart. The twin
lakes of Zaire and Zaflan are shown north of the Mountains of the Moon. The map stretches to include the eastern tip of South America, as well as parts of Europe
and Asia, but these areas are largely left blank. A decorative title cartouche depicts a coastal scene complete with a crocodile. Issued folding. (A)
$180-210
661.
Africa (Africa Antiqua), Neele, An Universal Atlas, London, 1783. 14.3 x 14.6”. (HC) This attractive map of Africa shows the ancient geography with little
inland detail. There is a lake named Agizymba in the central portion of the country which most likely refers to present-day Lake Victoria. The Mountains of the
Moon (Lunae M) appear north of the Equator, with two lakes depicted as the source of the Nile River. A large portion of the continent towards the west is labeled
Terrae Incognitae. Adorned by a decorative title cartouche. This map was published in Thomas Stackhouse’s Universal Atlas, which contained 40 maps engraved
by Neele. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.STA-1b. On watermarked paper with ample margins. There is faint offsetting in the image and a damp stain that just enters
neatline at top. (B+)
$100-130
662.
Africa (L’Afrique Divisee en ses Empires, Royaumes, et Etats…), Elwe, Atlas Geographique et Universel, Amsterdam, 1792. 23 x 18”. (HC) This handsome,
large map of Africa was copied from Jaillot’s popular and influential map from more than a century earlier (1674). The cartography is typical for the seventeenth
century with the Nile originating in two large lakes below the equator. The River Zaire (Congo) also arises from Lake Zaire. The Kingdom of Monomotapa is
shown with its capital on the Rio de Spirito Santa, and Vigiti Magna is also depicted. The map is richly embellished, also in the seventeenth century style, with
two elaborate cartouches featuring allegorical figures and wild animals. Ref: Norwich #109. Attractive old color on paper with two elephant watermarks and light
soiling. (B+)
$500-650
663.
Africa (Chart of the Lines of Magnetic Variation, in the Seas around Africa), Bunney & Gold, Naval Chronicle, 1799. 11.7 x 8.9”. (HC) This small chart depicts
the magnetic variation in the south Atlantic Ocean and Indian Ocean surrounding Africa. Variation lines were measured by Captain Price. Published by Bunney
and Gold. Ref: Jolly #NAV-4. Issued folding, now pressed on watermarked paper with minor offsetting from an opposing text page. (A)
$90-120
664.
Africa (Carte d’Afrique), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 21.8 x 15.7”. (HC) Large and very finely engraved map of the continent shows political
boundaries delineated by engraved line and beautiful hand coloring. The interior still shows a large, but increasingly smaller, blank area. The mapped areas show
rich information including villages, trails, deserts, oases, topography and many helpful notations. This decorative map is embellished by fancy titling with flourishes
and a keyboard style border. Original outline color with wide margins, a few small spots, and light toning along sheet edges. (B+)
$100-140
665.
Northern Africa (Africae Pars Borealis), Scherer, Atlas Novus, Munich, 1699. 14.1 x 9.3”. (HC) This decorative map covers the northern half of the continent.
It is full of the spurious geography of the period with inaccurately located large lakes, rivers, and mountains. The title cartouche incorporates African wildlife, and
sailing ships add further interest to the map. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SHER-1a #156. A fine impression with a hint of toning along centerfold at top and an
archivally repaired worm hole in top blank margin. (A)
$275-350
666.
Northern Africa (Barbariae et Biledulgerid, Nova Descriptio), Ortelius, Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, Antwerp, [1571]. 20 x 13”. (BW) Handsome map of the
famed Barbary coast based on Gastaldi’s Africa. The map extends from Morocco to Libya and the western Mediterranean showing the proximity of the Balearic
Islands, Corsica, Sardinia, southern Italy and Sicily. Richly engraved with place names, mountains, and numerous spurious lakes in the Sahara Desert. The title
is contained in a strapwork panel across the top. Two fantastic sea monsters and a sailing ship ornament the map. Latin text on verso with page number 53. Only
275 copies of this 1571 Latin edition were printed. Ref: Van den Broecke #176. Centerfold separation has been repaired on verso with archival material. Narrow
left margin as issued with some minor soiling. (B+)
$275-350
667.
Northern Africa (Tabula Africae III), Ptolemy/Ruscelli, La Geografia, ca. 1599. 9.7 x 7.3”. (BW) Finely engraved Ptolemaic map of eastern Libya and Egypt
with numerous ancient place names. The interior is filled with mountains as well as some spurious lakes and rivers. Indigenous animals have been added to a
blank region at lower left. Italian text on verso. Ample margins with slight show-through of text on verso and light printer’s ink residue. (B+)
$120-150
668.
Northern Africa (Barbaria), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.3 x 3.8”. (HC) This interesting small map of
Northern Africa extends to include the Iberian Peninsula and the western Mediterranean. The map is adorned with a finely rendered ship sailing into the Strait of
Gibraltar and a decorative title cartouche. Latin text on verso. Ref: King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99; Van der Krogt (Vol III) #8610:342. A fine impression with toning
and a few minute worm holes in top blank margin. (B+)
$80-95
669.
Morocco (Statuum Marocca Norum, Regnorum Nempe Fessani, Maroccani, Tafiletani et Segelomessani...), Homann, Nuremberg, 1728. 21.8 x 19”. (HC) Large
and very graphic map showing the domains of desert tribes by means of little tent cities. It extends to include the Canary Islands and an inset of Madeira. In the
upper left is a large pictorial cartouche with merchants, soldiers, wild animals, a view of Tangier, and a sea battle. Below the map are two panoramic city views
of Morocco (Marrakech) and Mequinetz (Meknes). On watermarked paper with a centerfold separation entering 1 1/2” into the image and a nearby 1/2” edge
tear at bottom that have been closed on verso with archival material. There are also a few small abrasions and light scattered foxing primarily in the blank margins.
(B)
$400-500
670.
Northeastern Africa (A Map of the Nile, from the Equatorial Lakes to the Mediterranean, Embracing the Egyptian Sudan (Kordofan, Darfur, &c.) and Abyssinia),
Stanford, 1883. 21.3 x 25.9”. (HC) This folding map spans from the Mouths of the Nile in the Mediterranean down to Lake Victoria. Many African nations, cities,
rivers, lakes, and mountains are identified. Stanford took control of his partner Trelawney Saunders’ map dealership at the age of 25 and was prolific and popular
in a time when British colonial expansion increased the public’s demand for maps of the world. Issued folding and backed in linen with some light foxing and
faint soiling. (B)
$160-190
671.
Northwestern Africa (Africae .I. Tab), Ptolemy/Mercator, Tabulae Geographicae Cl: Ptolemei…, ca. 1578. 18.2 x 12.7”. (HC) Lovely Ptolemaic map of the northwestern part of Africa, filled with ancient names, including the Straits of Gibraltar, here called the Herculeu fretum. Although he is most renowned today for his
map projection and the popularization of the term Atlas for a collection of maps, Gerard Mercator devoted much of his life to his Ptolemaic maps. The maps were
beautifully engraved as nearly as possible to their original form from Ptolemy’s textual descriptions and embellished with fine cartouches and scenes. This map is
decorated with a lovely strapwork cartouche festooned with garlands of fruit and the stipple engraved sea includes a scene of a sea monster and sailing ship. Latin
text on verso. Ref: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #221-12. A dark impression on watermarked paper with good margins, very light show through of text on verso, and
professional repairs to a few chips and holes in bottom blank margin, not affecting map. (B+)
$350-425
672.
Egypt, Arabia (Aegypti Recentior Descriptio: Aegyptis & Turcis Elchibith; Arabibus Mesre & Misri, Hebraeis Mitsraim), Jansson, Amsterdam, ca. 1665. 19.7
x 15.9”. (HC) This is a wonderful map of Egypt oriented with north to the right. Cairo is here named Alcairo, and the area surrounding the city is replete with
detail, including a mention of the Pyramids. The detail becomes increasingly scarce as you go away from the city; instead there are charming camels, goats, horses,
sheep and Nile crocodiles, one of whom is shown carrying her baby in her mouth. The cartouche is surrounded by people of the region with the Pyramids in the
background. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #8650:1. A nice impression with wide margins. There are professional repairs to several centerfold separations, a hole at
bottom that enters 1” into image at centerfold with image expertly replaced in facsimile, and several large chips confined to blank margins. (B+)
$550-700
673.
Egypt (Aegyptus Hodierna...), Homann, Nuremberg, ca. 1720. 18.6 x 22.7”. (HC) This magnificent, graphic map of Egypt is focused on the Nile River Valley
from the Mediterranean to below the First Cataract at the confluence of the White and Blue Nile. Nearly a third of the map is engraved with fascinating scenes of
the cataracts, the Sphinx, pyramids, various antiquities, scenes of embalming, and ancient furnaces. Watermarked paper with attractive old color that has been
partially refreshed and marginal soiling. (A)
$300-400
674.
Eastern Africa (Zanguebar), Duval, Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle, Paris, [1682]. 4.1 x 5”. (HC) This miniature map of eastern Africa includes the
northern part of Madagascar and numerous tiny islands in the Indian Ocean. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson’s nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of
atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson. Ref: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval
XI Fa. Watermarked paper. (A)
$95-120
675.
Central Africa (Abissinorum, sive Pretiosi Ioannis Imperium), Mercator/Cloppenburgh, Atlas Minor, Amsterdam, ca. 1632. 9.9 x 7.4”. (HC) The legendary kingdom
of the Christian Prester John is the central focus of this small and densely engraved map of central Africa. It is a reduced edition of the folio Mercator map and is
cartographically similar to Ortelius’ map and is based on the travels of the Portuguese explorer, Francisco Alveres, who searched for the mythical kingdom in the year
1520. The kingdom itself is shown atop the Amara Monti in the region where Alveres encountered the Coptic Christian ruler David II. The Nile is shown with its
source in the Ptolemaic twin lakes of Zaire and the unnamed Zaflan, at the foot of the Mountains of the Moon (Zet Montes). The map includes fancy script lettering,
a large strapwork title cartouche and a bold moiré patterned sea. French text on verso and page number 607 on recto. Ref: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8720:352.2.
Very light scattered foxing with a few tiny chips and tears in blank margins that have been archivally repaired. (B+)
$190-220
676.
Southern Africa (Typus Orarum Maritimarum Guineae, Manicongo, & Angolae ultra Promontorium Bonae Spei …), Linschoten/Langren, Itinerario…, Amsterdam,
ca. 1596. 21 x 15.5”. (BW) This is one of the most richly ornamented maps in early cartography, superbly engraved in the Flemish style by Arnold Florent van
Langren. The cartouche contains a description of the region in both Latin and Dutch that credits the source as “the very best Indian maps” - referring to maps that
Linschoten had access to when he was Secretary to the Portuguese Archbishop of Goa in India. The map covers the southwestern coast of Africa from the Gulf
of Guinea to just beyond the Cape of Good Hope with excellent detail along the coastline. The fictitious cities of Vigiti Magna and Monomotapa are located and
most place names and geographical features have Portuguese nomenclature. The mainland is embellished with snakes, an elephant, a rhinoceros, a lion and a pair
of sirens in Lake Zaire. The balance of the sheet is filled with fabulous cartouches, the Portuguese arms, elaborate compass roses, sailing ships and a sea monster.
The large bottom cartouche encloses views of Ascension and St. Helena Islands; important refueling ports in the route around Africa. Ref: Norwich #239a; Tooley
(MCC-29) #167; Tooley et al [Landmarks] pp. 168-69. Issued folding on watermarked paper with light soiling and professional repairs to several fold separations,
a binding trim and resulting 2.5” binding tear at left, and a 6.5” tear at left. There is also a professionally repaired area of loss along fold at top left with a minor
amount of engraving in facsimile. (B)
$2750-3500
677.
Southern Africa (Africae Pars Meridional), Hondius/Bertius, Tabularum Geographicarum Contractarum, Amsterdam, [1618]. 5.3 x 3.8”. (HC) This handsome
miniature map of southern Africa includes part of Madagascar. There is a significant amount of detail along the coasts and in the interior, representing the geographical
knowledge of the early 17th century. A sailing ship and strapwork cartouche adorn the map. Latin text on verso. Ref: cf. Norwich #153; King (2nd ed.) pp. 96-99;
Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #8800:342. Attractive color with light toning. (B+)
$200-230
678.
Southern Africa (Hydrophylacium Africae Precipuum, in Montibus Lunae Situm, Lacus et Flumina Praecipua Funden Ubi et Nova Inventio Originis Nili Describitur),
Kircher, Mundus Subteranneus, Amsterdam, ca. 1665. 16.3 x 13.5”. (HC) Fascinating map of the southern part of Africa showing the fountains of the Nile located
in an underground cavern beneath the Mountains of the Moon. Kircher’s map illustrates a report by Peter Paez, a contemporary Jesuit colleague, that purportedly
observed the ‘fountains’ in 1618. Athanasius Kircher was a Jesuit scholar whose theories included the notion that the world’s oceans were all interconnected and
there was a vast network of underground springs and reservoirs. Published in Kircher’s famous Subterranean World. Ref: Norwich #157. Attractive color on
watermarked paper with some printer’s ink residue and a professionally repaired centerfold separation that just enters image at top. (B+)
$400-500
679.
Southern Africa (Cimbebas et Caffariae Littora a Catenbela ad Promontorium Bonae Spei), Renard/De Wit, Atlas de la Navigation et du Commerce, Amsterdam,
ca. 1715. 20.8 x 16.7”. (HC) A superb sea chart with the African coastline drawn at the top of the chart with north oriented to the left. The southwestern coastline
is covered including the Cape of Good Hope. The large title cartouche is a great compendium of Africa featuring exotic wildlife, European traders, and natives. At
the bottom right a large vignette shows Neptune and his consort in a chariot drawn by three hippocamps. The chart is further embellished with two sea battles, two
compass roses, and rhumb lines. The title is in both Latin (as above) and Dutch: Pascaerte van Cimbebas en Caffares Streckende van Catembela tot Cabo de Bona
Esperanca. This is the Renard edition of the map that was first published by Frederick de Wit, circa 1675. Ref: Norwich #254; Shirley (BL Atlases) M.Ren-1a.
A fine impression with wide margins and a number of small worm holes and tracks along centerfold that have been professionally infilled with a small amount of
rhumb lines in facsimile. (B+)
$950-1100
680.
Southern Africa ([Lot of 3] Plan du Fort et de la Ville du Cap de Bonne Esperance [and] Coste Occidentale d’Afrique, Depuis le XIe. Degre de Latitude Meridionale... [and] Carte de la Baye de Sainte Helene Dressee sur les Remarques des Navigateurs), Bellin, Paris, ca. 1739-60. (HC)
A. Plan du Fort et de la Ville du Cap de Bonne Esperance, circa 1760 (10.4 x 8.1”). 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.
B. Coste Occidentale d’Afrique, Depuis le XIe. Degre de Latitude Meridionale..., dated 1739 (10.3 x 9.7”). Covers the southwestern coast of Africa extending from
Benguela to the Cape of Good Hope, presenting coastal detail only. The map extends west to include St. Helena island. Adorned with a decorative title cartouche
and a compass rose. Condition: Issued folding with a binding trim at bottom left that has been professionally replaced with old paper.
C. Carte de la Baye de Sainte Helene Dressee sur les Remarques des Navigateurs, circa 1760 (6.4 x 8.3”). This chart of St. Helena Bay, just north of Cape Town,
shows soundings, safe anchorages, shoals, and the topography of the coastline.
Bright clean examples on watermarked paper. See description for additional details. (A)
$200-240
681.
Southern Africa (Le Pays des Hottentots aux Environs du Cap de Bonne Esperance), Bellin, Paris, ca. 1754. 13.6 x 9.6”. (HC) A beautifully engraved copper-plate
map of the Cape of Good Hope from Saint Helena Bay to Mossel Bay. Dutch settlements are mostly confined along the coast and southern regions. The inland
regions are depicted as deserts, savannas, forests and mountain ranges with tribal names indicated and a few Boer colonies. Issued folding, now pressed with
minor offsetting and a few extraneous creases. A binding trim at top right has been replaced with old paper, and the map has also been remargined at top with old
paper. (B+)
$160-200
682.
Southern Africa (Philips’ New Map of Southern Africa, Including the Cape Colony, Natal, British Kaffraria, & the Diamond Fields), Philip, London, ca. 1880.
20.2 x 24.2”. (PC) This detailed map, published for the British tourist, depicts Southern Africa below the Tropic of Capricorn. It is filled with detail of the settlements in the region including the Transvaal Republic, the Orange River Free State and native tribes. The land to the north is noted as simply bushmen. The map
is dissected and backed with linen. Folds into red embossed cloth boards with gilt title on front cover. Published by George Philip & Son. Light soiling and
scattered foxing. Covers show minor wear. (B)
$180-220
Pacific Ocean, New Zealand, Australia
683.
Pacific Ocean (Partie de la Mer du Sud Comprise Entre les Philippines et la Californie... [on sheet with] Partie de la Mer du Sud Comprise Entre les Philippines
et la Californie…), La Perouse, Atlas du Voyage de la Perouse, Paris, ca. 1797. 26.3 x 19.1”. (HC) An interesting large sheet with two maps that cover the same
area of the central Pacific. The top chart shows the routes of the Spanish galleons from Acapulco to the Philippines along with the track of Commodore Anson.
This chart does not show the Hawaiian Islands, as they were unknown to the Spanish. The bottom chart shows La Perouse’s route from Monterey, through Hawaii
and the Mariannes, to Macao. Watermarked paper with wide, original margins and a few minor creases. (A)
$230-275
684.
North Pacific, Northern Asia and Northwestern North America (Tartariae sive Magni Chami Regni Tipus), Ortelius/Marchetti, Il 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. Show through of text on verso. (B+)
$140-180
685.
North Pacific Ocean, Asia, America ([Lot of 2] Carte des Parties Nord et Est de l’Asie qui Comprend les Cotes de la Russie Asiatique le Kamschatka, le Jesso, et les
Isles du Japon... [and] Carte des Nouvelles Decouvertes [on sheet with] Extrait d’une Carte Japonoise de l’Univers), Robert de Vaugondy, Diderot’s Encyclopedie,
Paris, ca. 1772.
A. Carte des Parties Nord et Est de l’Asie qui Comprend les Cotes de la Russie Asiatique le Kamschatka, le Jesso, et les Isles du Japon..., hand color (14.8 x 11.8”).
This unusual map details the northern coastline of Russia (including Scandinavia), the eastern coast of Asia to below Nanking, and a bit of the coast of America
called Anian. Inset into the map are four small maps of the western part of North America: I - Features the entire western coast with Japan just a short distance
offshore; II - Focuses on Nova Granada showing the Mexican coast of the Gulf of California; III - Focuses on the Zubgara and Tolm Regnum of Nova Granada
and the mythical seven cities of Cibola; and IV - Depicts Anian Regnum including Quivira Regnum and another Tolm Regnum. All together a fascinating view
of some of the early cartographic theories concerning the western part of North America. Condition: Issued folding on watermarked paper with a binding trim at
top left but still adequate room for framing.
B. Carte des Nouvelles Decouvertes [on sheet with] Extrait d’une Carte Japonoise de l’Univers, black & white (14.5 x 11.5”). Two very contrasting maps within a
single border. Each map covers the north Pacific, including the continents bordering it. The top map depicts the theories of Philip Buache concerning the Northwest
Passage, with numerous possible routes through North America, including Lace de Valasco, Lac de Fonte and Mer de l’Ouest. Alaska is shown as an elongated
island. In Asia, Kamchatka is fairly well formed but Japan is still quite misshapen. The bottom chart depicts the region per Kaempfer, with Japan nicely detailed,
but the coasts of both Asia and North America very deformed. Condition: A sharp impression, issued folding, with a binding trim at top left, a faint damp stain in
bottom blank margin, and an archivally repaired fold separation not affecting map.
Ref: Pedley #406 & 452; Wagner (NW) #637, pp. 158-162; Kershaw #1230; McGuirk #146; Falk (AK) #1752-2. (A)
$325-400
686.
North Pacific Ocean (Carte de la Partie Septentrionale de la Mer du Sud, Comprise entre la Californie, les Isles Sandwich, le Japon et le Detrt. De Behring: Tiree
de la Carte Generale Angloise des Decouvertes du Captaine Cook), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, New York, ca. 1782. 14.5 x 10”. (HC) A
fine map based on the Henry Roberts/Cook chart with the addition of China, Japan, and the Sandwich Islands. It details the adjacent coastal areas of Russian Asia
from the Bering Strait and the Kamchatka Peninsula down to Japan, Korea, and China, and across to the west coast of North America down to below the Baja
Peninsula. The interior of the Northwest is completely blank, but details are beginning to emerge along the coastal areas as the maps names R. De Cook, Port De
Norton, the B. De Bristol, Ounalachka, and more. Shows the tracks of Capt. Cook’s ships, the Resolution and the Discovery during Cook’s third voyage to the
Pacific between 1778 and 1789. Cook traveled from the Sandwich Islands to Nootka and the southern coast of Alaska, where he surveyed Prince William Sound
and the Aleutian Islands. He then continued northward through the Bering Strait to the Arctic above the 70th parallel before weather and ice forced his return to the
Sandwich Islands. The map features lakes, rivers, mountains and other geographical features. Finely engraved by Dupuis. Height given includes the title above
neatline. An uncommon Cook map. Issued folding with a paper flaw in top blank margin. (A)
$180-220
687.
South Pacific Ocean (Chart of the Track of the Dolphin, Tamar, Swallow & Endeavour, Through the South Seas; & of the Track of M. Bougainville, Round the
World), Bowen, Gentleman’s Magazine, London, [1773]. 9 x 10.3”. (HC) This map is the second of three sheets, published in contiguous months in the Gentleman’s Magazine, that detailed Cook’s first voyage. This center chart of three parts was issued in the December 1773 Supplement and carries the title. Covering
the Pacific, Australia, and New Zealand, the tracks of notable Pacific Ocean explorers south of the Tropic of Cancer; Capt. Wallis, Commodore Anson, Capt.
Cateret, Mr. Bougainville, and Lt. Cook are illustrated. It is filled with coastal place names around New Zealand and along the east coast of New Holland. Ref:
Jolly #GENT-227. Issued folding, now pressed flat, with a binding trim replaced with old paper and an associated 1.25” tear along the left edge that have been
closed with archival tape on verso. A couple of fold separations have also been repaired with archival tape on verso with some light soiling. (B)
$160-200
688.
South Pacific Ocean (Carte des Decouvertes Faites dans la Mer Pacifique...), Cook/Benard, La Harpe’s Abrege de l’Histoire Generale des Voyages, ca. 1778. 18.3
x 14.2”. (HC) Delicately engraved exploration chart details the second voyage (1774) of Captain Cook in the Pacific. The track of the HMS Resolution near New
Caledonia and New Hebrides, situated well off the east coast of Australia, is shown with a daily timeline. Hazards noted along the ship’s track include shoals and
rocks. Issued folding on watermarked paper with minor offsetting, slight toning along one of the folds, and a few faint spots, the majority of which lie outside
the neatline. (B+)
$130-160
689.
South Pacific Ocean ([Lot of 2] Oceanique [and] Polynesia or Islands in the Pacific Ocean), ca. 1812-52. 15.6 x 12.3”.
A. Oceanique, by Jean Baptiste Marie Chamouin, circa 1812, hand color (11.5 x 8.6”). Nice copper engraved map of the South Pacific. Includes all of South East
Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and the Sandwich Islands. Decorative title cartouche. Condition: A few faint spots in the image, else fine.
B. Polynesia or Islands in the Pacific Ocean, by SDUK Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge, dated 1852, black and white (15.6 x 12.3”). This interesting
sheet contains numerous inset maps of the islands, each depicted in great detail. The majority of the islands include notations of who discovered the island along
with the date of discovery. A key at bottom deciphers the abbreviations used on the map. Surrounded by a decorative keyboard-style border, and engraved by J.
& C. Walker. Condition: A few tiny spots and faint toning. Ref: Tooley (Australia) #842 & #1174. (A)
$140-180
690.
South Pacific Ocean (Carte de l’Oceanie Contenant l’Australie, la Polynesie et les Iles Asiatiques), Lapie/Tardieu, Atlas Universel, Paris, 1841. 21.7 x 15.7”.
(HC) This finely engraved chart covers the islands of the South Pacific from Southeast Asia through Hawaii, and from Australia through the Bass Islands. The
map is intensely detailed, showing names of islands and island groups, harbors, channels and straits. 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 first published in 1820, and here has been updated
with the addition of Sydney on the coast. Engraved by Pierre Tardieu. Ref: cf. Tooley (Australia) #850. Original outline color with wide margins, some scattered
foxing, and light toning along sheet edges. (B)
$120-150
691.
Mariana Islands (Karte von dem Archipelagus St. Lazarus oder den Marianischen Inseln...), Bellin, Prevost’s Histoire Generale des Voyages, Paris, 1752. 6.1 x
8.9”. (HC) German version of this attractive chart of the Mariana Islands that includes an inset of Guam with its harbors, rivers, and mountains. Fleur-de-lys and
rhumb lines make this an attractive little chart. A nice impression remargined at left with a sliver of space between the new margin and the neatline at bottom
right. There is also minor soiling. (B+)
$80-100
692.
Tahiti (Carte de l’Isle de Taiti), Cook/Benard, Histoire Generale des Voyages, 1769. 15.9 x 9.3”. (BW) This chart of the islands of Tahiti is one of the earliest
depicting the island and is a result of Cook’s first voyage. Fully engraved to show the island’s unique mountainous topography and the rivers which radiate from
the centrally located mountain or volcano. A petition by the Royal Society to King George III requesting a scientific expedition to the Pacific to study and observe
the 1769 transit of Venus across the sun from the island of Tahiti resulted in Cook’s first expedition. In addition to the approved scientific voyage, the Admiralty
embarked on a confidential mission to search the south Pacific for signs of the postulated continent Terra Australis Incognita. Engraved by Benard. Issued folding with faint scattered foxing and a left margin trimmed close to the neatline. (B+)
$140-170
693.
Tahiti, Raiatea ([Lot of 3] View of the Fleet of Otaheite [on sheet with] View of the Island of Otaheite [and] Habit of a Young Woman of Otaheite Dancing [on
sheet with] Habit of a Young Woman of Otaheite... [and] A View of the New Discover’d Island of Ulietea...), Cook, London, ca. 1785-93. (BW)
A. View of the Fleet of Otaheite [on sheet with] View of the Island of Otaheite, circa 1793 (7.0 x 11.5”). Two fascinating views of Tahiti on the same sheet. At
top, an impressive cluster of war canoes and other craft fill the water in an illustration of the review of the Tahitian fleet that Captain Cook witnessed in 1774. The
second image is a view of the mountainous shore from the water, with boats sailing in the foreground. Engraved by Grainger. Condition: On watermarked paper
with some faint spots mostly in the blank margins. (A)
B. Habit of a Young Woman of Otaheite Dancing [on sheet with] Habit of a Young Woman of Otaheite Bringing a Present, from Bankes’s New System of Geography,
circa 1785 (12.7 x 8.6”). Another set of Tahitian views, these focused on the dress of native women. On the left, a woman in sophisticated formal dress and hat
sways in front of a nature scene. The illustration on the right shows a woman in a massive, barrel-like skirt. Engraved by C. Warren. Condition: Minor soiling.
A chip in the top left corner has been replaced with old paper, well away from image. (B+)
C. A View of the New Discover’d Island of Ulietea, with Some of Its Inhabitants, a Double Canoe, and Other Small Craft..., from Bankes’s New System of Geography, circa 1785 (10.9 x 7.0”). This copper engravings depicts a scene of life on Raiatea, the French Polynesian island visited by Cook on all three of his voyages.
It shows the bustling activity of natives on the beach, a double canoe and other craft out on the water, and another double canoe sheltered on shore. Condition: On
watermarked paper. (A)
$180-210
694.
Tahiti, Pacific Islands, Australia ([Lot of 3] Charte der Insel Otaheite... [and] Ein Mimischer Tanz in Otaheite [and] The Pacific Ocean Including Oceanica with its
Several Divisions, Islands, Groups &c), London, ca. 1816-56.
A. Charte der Insel Otaheite..., after Captain Cook, dated 1816, black & white (14.5 x 10.8”). Based on the 1769 survey of Captain Cook and improved by Captain William Wilson, this German map shows numerous place names and dramatic topography. A Wunderbarer See is located near the center of the large island.
Condition: Issued folding on watermarked paper with some light scattered foxing. (B+)
B. Ein Mimischer Tanz in Otaheite, after Captain Cook, circa 1816, black & white (8.1 x 5.7”). Attractive scene of natives performing a ceremonial dance. Condition: Issued folding on watermarked paper. (A)
C. The Pacific Ocean Including Oceanica with its Several Divisions, Islands, Groups &c., by Charles Desilver, dated 1856, hand color (15.7 x 12.6”). Very finely
engraved chart that shows all of the Pacific Ocean with a large inset of the Sandwich or Hawaiian Islands. There are numerous notes and a smaller inset that details 1800 miles of Antarctica coastline as explored by the U.S. Exploring expedition in 1840. Sea routes for Steamers are traced from San Francisco and Panama
(through Hawaii) to Manila and Canton with the mileages noted. Condition: Light toning along the edges of the sheet. (A)
$140-170
695.
French Polynesia (Baye de Matavai a Otahiti [on sheet with] Havre d’Ohamaneno a Ulietea [and] Havre d’Owharre dans l’Isle d’Huaheine [and] Havre d’Oopoa a
Ulietea), Cook/Benard, Paris, ca. 1780. 13.6 x 8.6”. (BW) Four well engraved charts on one sheet show protected bays on the islands of Otahiti (Tahiti), Ulietea,
and d’Huaheine, with numerous soundings, shoals, and anchorages noted. Each features a compass rose and fleur-de-lys. On watermarked paper with a chip in
the top left chart that has been closed with archival material and faint offsetting. (B)
$100-130
696.
Pacific Islands ([Lot of 3] Mosquee du Village de Warou [and] Agression des Naturels des Iles Opoulou [and] Une Rue de Macassar), Dumont d’Urville, Voyage
au Pole Sud et dans l’Oceanie...Atlas Pittoresque, Paris, ca. 1840. (BW) Jules Sebastien Cesar Dumont d’Urville (1790-1842) was a French explorer who explored
the south and western Pacific, Australia, New Zealand and Antarctica. He made three important Pacific explorations; 1822-25 aboard the Coquille commanded by
Duperrey, 1826-29 commanding the Astrolabe, and again commanding the Astrolabe and the Zelee in 1837-40 that included exploration of Antarctica. These three
lithographs are from Dumont’s third voyage, and depict scenes on Seram Island, Upolu, and Sulawesi.
A. Mosquee du Village de Warou,(10.8 x 8.9”). Drawn by Louis Le Breton, lithographed by P. Blanchard, and printed by Thierry Freres. Condition: Ample margins
and a chip in the top right corner, well away from image. (A)
B. Agression des Naturels des Iles Opoulou, (12.6 x 9.0”). Drawn by Louis Le Breton, lithographed by Bayot, and printed by Lemercier. Condition: This example
has wide margins with a few spots of foxing confined to the blank margins and a chip in the top left corner, well away from image. (A)
C. Une Rue de Macassar, (11.6 x 8.2”). Drawn by Louis Le Breton, lithographed by J. Guiaud, and printed by Thierry Freres. Condition: On a moderately toned
sheet with wide margins with some small, scattered white spots outside of the image. (B)
$140-170
697.
Pacific Islands (Islands in the Pacific Ocean), Philip, London, 1852. 23.9 x 19.3”. (HC) This interesting map features some of the islands of the Pacific, from the
Caroline Islands in the west to the Marquesas in the east. The map focuses on the area between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn, and includes four
insets: Owhynee; Karakakooa Bay, the Big Island of Hawaii where Capt. James Cook was killed in 1779 on his 3rd voyage to the Pacific; Otaheite; and Matavia
Bay (Tahiti). Detail along the eastern coasts of Australia and New Guinea is shown as well. There is very light, scattered foxing in the image, with moderate
toning and foxing in the blank margins. (B)
$200-230
698.
Australia (Australie), Migeon, Geographie Universelle, Paris, ca. 1874. 16.7 x 14”. (HC) This map of Australia is divided into states and territories, with Northern
Territory labeled Territoire Alexandraland du Nord. There is excellent detail of towns, harbors, roads, rivers and topography. The map includes a lovely bird’s eye
view of Sydney. Engraved by L. Smith with lettering by A. Bixet, and published by Charles Lacoste. Ref: Tooley (Australia) #901. Original color with a hint of
toning. (A)
$70-90
699.
New Zealand (Esquisse de la Baye Dusky dans la Nouvelle Zeelande [on sheet with] I. Pitcairn [and] I. De Pasques [and] Isles de Wallis [and] I. Turtle [and] I.
des Cocos ... I. des Traitres... [and] Palmerston I. [and] I. Sauvage [and] I. d’ Hervey), Bonne, Atlas Encyclopedique, Paris, ca. 1783. 13.6 x 9.3”. (HC) In addition to the map of Dusky Bay with an inset of Pickersgill Harbour, this interesting sheet includes eight small charts of islands in the Pacific Ocean as described by
Captain James Cook on one of his expeditions between 1768-1775. Dusky Bay was first sighted by Captain Cook during his first voyage to New Zealand in 1770.
On his second expedition he spent two months exploring the sound, and used it as a harbor, establishing workshops and an observatory. The map was engraved by
Gaspard Andre. On watermarked paper with a few small weak spots in the paper that have been reinforced on verso with archival material. (B+)
$140-170
700.
New Zealand (New Zealand), Johnston, National Atlas, Edinburgh, ca. 1845. 20 x 23.5”. (PC) A large map of New Zealand showing the early, transitional
provinces of New Ulster, New Munster and New Leinster. These divisions were created in 1841 and abolished in 1853. The islands are also carrying their Maori
names of Tavai Poenamo for the South Island, and Eaheino Mauwe for the North Island. The inset at lower right has small maps of Port Nicholson and Lyttelton,
formerly called Port Cooper. From Johnston’s early lithographed edition of his National Atlas. Ref: cf. Tooley (Australia) #764. There is a 2” tear at center that
has been professionally repaired and light toning along the edges of the sheet. (B+)
$220-250
Prints & Engravings
701.
Prints Bird (Smew or White Nun, Mergus Albellus), Audubon, The Birds of America, 1860. 19.8 x 25.8”. (HC) This original chromolithograph is Plate 414 from
the double-elephant folio Bien edition of Audubon’s great work on American ornithology. Audubon traveled throughout the U.S. and recorded 435 life-size images
of every native bird in the country, depicting them in natural poses in their native habitats. This handsome engraving depicts a male Smew in flight with a female
in the water below, with cliffs filling the landscape behind them. Audubon procured a male specimen himself at Lake Barataria (outside of New Orleans) circa
1821 and made a drawing on the spot. Although Audubon recognized that the Smew was not an American species, he decided to include it in his Birds of America
as the duck was known to make occasional (and potentially accidental) visits to the U.S. The full sheet measures 25.5 x 39.9”.
Julius Bien was among the pioneers in developing chromolithography (an early form of color printing) in the United States. The Bien edition was initiated by John
Woodhouse Audubon, the younger of the two Audubon sons. Originally conceived to be a full reissue of the 435 images in 44 parts consisting of ten images each,
the project was discontinued in 1860 after only 15 parts had been issued. As a result, these plates are even rarer than the first Birds of America edition. Ref: Low,
p. 176. Vivid color with a few tiny, unobtrusive spots in image and very light marginal soiling. There are several expertly repaired tears all confined to the blank
margins and far from image. Professionally backed in Japanese tissue. (A)
$1200-1500
702.
Prints Botanical ([Lot of 7 - Fruit]), Pomologie de la France, [1864-65]. 7.1 x 11”. (HC) Nice lot of chromolithographs by Beau, printed by Fugere. Size varies
slightly. This lot features pears, including:
A. Princesse Charlotte
B. Bon Chretien d’Espagne
C. Besi de Chaumontel
D. Echassery
E. Deux Soeurs
F. Martin Sec
G. Bon Chretien d’Espagne (duplicate)
Light toning along sheet edges with a few scattered spots of foxing. The Deux Soeurs has remnants of cello tape on verso along top and bottom edges of sheet.
(B+)
$150-200
703.
Prints Botanical ([Lot of 8 - Fruit]), ca. 1880. 8.6 x 5.5”. (PC) This lovely lot contains 8 chromolithographs of various types of fruit, including pears, plums,
grapes, and peaches. The prints were created by Pieter de Pannemaeker, a botanical painter and lithographer who created thousands of illustrations for botanical
books and periodicals. Size varies slightly. This lot includes:
A. Kirke’s Plum
B. Peer Emile Nyssens
C. Beurre Pauline
D. Groseilliers Epineux
E. Peer Souvenir du Concres (Morel)
F. Raisin Madresfield Court Black Muscat
G. [Untitled - Pears]
H. Peche Belle Imperiale
Bold original color with minor soiling on a few, and narrow margins as issued. (A)
$220-275
704.
Prints Native American (Manieres Diverses des Indiens sur le Passage des Rivieres [on sheet with] Manieres des Indiens sur la Saigne & Guerison des Fievres
[and] Cruaute des Espagnois en Punissant Leurs Esclaves [and] Peche des Perles a l’Isle S. Marguerite), Aa, La Galerie Agreable du Monde, Leiden, ca. 1729. 16.4
x 13.4”. (BW) This fascinating sheet contains four separate engravings, each within a decorative frame border, with an additional frame border surrounding all
four engravings. The engravings depict various aspects of life for Native Americans, including their methods of crossing rivers, treatment for fever, pearl fishing,
and cruelty received at the hand of the Spanish. Watermarked paper with minor soiling. (A)
$200-240
705.
Prints Military - Civil War ([Lot of 2] The Civil War in America ... Taking the Confederate Fieldwork on Roanoke Island... [and] The Riots in New York: The Mob
Burning the Provost Marshal’s Office), Illustrated London News, London, [1862-63]. 13.5 x 9.7”. (BW) These two prints from The Illustrated London News show
scenes of terrible violence from the Civil War-era. The first, The Civil War in America. - General Burnside’s Expedition: The 9th New York (Hawkins’s Zouaves)
and the 21st Massachusetts Taking the Confederate Fieldwork on Roanoke Island at the Point of the Bayonet..., depicts the Union army charging during the Battle
of Roanoke Island, the opening salvo in the Burnside Expedition, the four month amphibious operation along the North Carolina coast. The second, The Riots in
New York: The Mob Burning the Provost Marshal’s Office, is an illustration of a crowd erupting into violence during the New York City draft riots of 1863. Each
of these striking prints were published in the month following the event depicted. Size varies slightly. There is minor show-through of text on verso and very
faint foxing on both prints. (B+)
$120-150
706.
Prints Military ([Lot of 3 - Danish West Indies Soldiers]), 1916. (PC) These uncommon prints depict soldiers of various ranks from the Danish West Indies army.
They were published shortly before Denmark sold the islands to the United States, which would be renamed the U.S. Virgin Islands. Bears the imprint of C.L.
Seirfert at bottom left. Sizes are for the full sheet.
A. Tambourmajor (Drum Major) (8.4 x 19.7”)
B. Piberdrenge (Drummer and Piper) (8 x 17.8”)
C. Menig (Private) (8.4 x 19.7”)
Light soiling and damp stains in the left blank margin on all three sheets, and a repaired tear in the lower right corner of the Piberdrenge sheet. (B+)
$180-220
707.
Prints Miscellaneous (Dispone Domui Tuae Morieris Enim Tu, & Non Vives...), Hollar, The Dance of Death, London, [1794]. 2.1 x 2.7”. (BW) This copperplate
engraving comes from the fascinating work based upon Holbein’s original 15th century designs. Wenceslaus Hollar, a Bohemian etcher, created the copper plates
for the original publication in 1647. The plates then disappeared until the late 18th century, when several editions from the “newly discovered” plates began to appear. Although the traditional Dance of Death goes back to the Middle Ages, Hans Holbein altered the medieval concept to show the omnipresence and universality
of death. This plate shows Death confronting an Emperor. The text beneath the image comes from Isaiah 38:1, and translates to: “Take order with thy house, for
thou shalt die, and not live.” This example is on sturdy paper with just a touch of foxing in the sizable margins. (A)
$70-90
Manuscripts, Early Printing & Miscellany
708.
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1300. 4.1 x 5.6”. (HC) This vellum leaf is from an early Breviary written in northern France or Flanders.
The text is written in a single column (21 lines) in a clear gothic book hand in black and red ink. Each side has three large initials and a lovely left border in red
and blue pen work. Light soiling with numerous tiny holes and cracks caused by the oxidation of the black pigment. (B)
$275-350
709.
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1300. 4.1 x 5.6”. (HC) This vellum leaf is from an early Breviary written in northern France or Flanders.
The text is written in a single column (21 lines) in a clear gothic book hand in black and red ink. Each side has two large initials and a lovely left border in red and
blue pen work. The text is from the gospel according to St. John, chapter 20. Beginning on the verso at top, the text reads (with many abbreviations):
Maria stabat ad monumentum foris, plorans.
Dum ergo fleret, inclinavit se et prospexit in monumentum.
Et vidit duos angelos in albis sedentes,
unum ad caput et unum ad pedes,
ubi positum fuerat corpus Iesu
This translates into English as:
But Mary stood outside the tomb crying.
As she wept, she bent over to look into the tomb
And saw two angels in white,
Seated where Jesus’ body had been,
One at the head and the other at the foot.
Light soiling with a number of tiny holes and cracks caused by the oxidation of the black pigment. (B)
710.
$200-240
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1360. 3.6 x 4.9”. (HC) This tiny vellum leaf is from an early French Book of Hours. This leaf has one
large illuminated initial and numerous small initials, painted in blue and red pen work with burnished gold leaf. The rubric, psalmus dauid, is in red. The text is
from the famous Te Deum (also known as Ambrosian Hymn), a traditional hymn of joy and thanksgiving. Beginning with the large initial “T” on the recto, the
text reads:
Te Deum laudamus: te Dominum confitemur.
Te aeternum Patrem omnis terra veneratur.
Tibi omnes Angeli; tibi Caeli et universae Potestates;
Tibi Cherubim et Seraphim incessabili voce proclamant:
Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus, Dominus Deus Sabaoth.
Pleni sunt caeli et terra maiestatis gloriae tuae.
This translates in English as:
We praise thee, O God: we acknowledge thee to be the Lord.
All the earth doth worship thee: the Father everlasting.
To thee all Angels cry aloud: the Heavens, and all the Powers therein.
To thee Cherubim and Seraphim: continually do cry,
Holy, Holy, Holy: Lord God of Sabaoth;
Heaven and earth are full of the Majesty: of thy glory.
Light soiling and toning. (B+)
711.
$110-140
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1420. 2.4 x 3.2”. (HC) This is a lovely, tiny leaf from a Book of Hours created in Flanders around 1420.
The book was so small, it must have been the property of a lady who carried it in her purse. The delicate text has many initials in blue, red and burnished gold
leaf. The text is in dark brown ink, with the rubrics in red. The text is from the Seven Penitential Psalms (101:23-29), which date as early as the 5th century and
are used to express sorrow or sin. Starting with the Illuminated “I” on the recto, the text translates as:
When the people assemble together, and kings, to serve the Lord.
He answered him in the way of his strength: Declare unto me the fewness of my days.
Call me not away in the midst of my days: thy years are unto generation and generation.
In the beginning, O Lord, thou foundedst the earth: end the heavens are the works of thy hands.
They shall perish but thou remainest: and all of them shall grow old like a garment:
And as a vesture thou shalt change them, and they shall be changed.
But thou art always the selfsame, and thy years shall not fail.
The children of thy servants shall continue: and their seed shall be directed for ever.
Minor soiling and toning. (B+)
712.
$110-140
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1430. 4.4 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 two large initials and numerous small initials and line fillers in red and blue and burnished gold leaf, as well
as a decorative panel in the margin on both sides with ivy and flowers. The text is from the Nativity, St. Matthew, chapter 2. Beginning on recto at top, the text
translates into English as:
“In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written:
“ But you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for out of you will come a ruler who will be the shepherd of my people
Israel.“
Then Herod called the Magi secretly and found out from them the exact time the star had appeared.
He sent them to Bethlehem and said, “Go and make a careful search for the child. As soon as you find him, report to me, so that I too may go and worship him.”
Light soiling with one tiny hole in decorative floral panel. (B+)
$160-200
713.
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1460. 4.9 x 6.4”. (HC) A very pretty leaf from a Parisian Book of Hours, written on a fine sheet of buttery, white vellum in black ink. The leaf is decorated with one large and three small initials as well as one line filler illuminated in red, blue, white and burnished
gold leaf. Both sides feature decorative panels painted with gold leaves on hairline stems with colorful flowers and fruits. The text is from a hymn composed
by Venantius Fortunatus (530-609), Bishop of Poitiers, and was an important part of devotions to the Blessed Virgin Mary beginning in the early Middle Ages.
Beginning on verso at the large initial “Q” the text reads (with a few abbreviations):
Quem terra, pontus, aethera colunt, adorant, praedicant, trinam regentem machinam claustrum Mariae baiulat.
Cui Luna, Sol, et omnia deserviunt per tempora, perfusa caeli gratia, gestant Puellae viscera.
Beata Mater, munere, cuius supernus Artifex, mundum pugillo continens, ventris sub arca clausus est.
The God whom earth, and sea, and sky adore, and laud, and magnify, who o’er their threefold fabric reigns, the Virgin’s spotless womb contains.
The God whose will by moon, and sun, and all things in due course is done, is borne upon a Maiden’s breast, by fullest heavenly grace possessed.
How blest that Mother, in whose shrine the great Artificer Divine, whose hand contains the earth and sky, vouchsafed, as in His ark, to lie.
Marginal soiling. (A)
714.
$240-300
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1470. 3.8 x 5.1”. (HC) This decorative leaf is from a Dutch Book of Hours, written in Haarlem, which
gave its name to Harlem in New York. Most Books of Hours were in Latin at the time, and it is believed that this one was translated into Dutch by Geert Groote,
who thought that even commoners should be able to read religions books. Geert Groote was an important member of the Brothers of the Common Life, a reform
movement in the Netherlands in the 14th century that sought to bring worship and the basic teachings of the Bible to laymen. From then on most Dutch Books of
Hours were written in Dutch. This sheet of high-quality vellum is decorated with two large initials in blue, red and green, one of which also includes burnished
gold, and fine pen work in red and green. Starting at the large blue initial, the text reads:
Mittien du in egypten vloechste en[de] na seuen iaren weder quameste Amen Aue ma[r]ia.
Dien du in sine[n] twaleffste[n] iaer verloerste en[de] weder vondesten inden tempel.
This translates in English as:
Because you fled to Egypt and came back after seven years. Amen. Ave Maria.
Whom you lost in his twelfth year and found again in the temple.
Light soiling. (B+)
715.
$350-425
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1480. 5.6 x 7.9”. (HC) This creamy vellum leaf is from an Italian book of hours, written in black, red and
blue ink. One large initial on the verso is also decorated with pen work. The text is from Psalms 135 and 136. Beginning with the red initial “Q” in the middle of
the leaf on the recto, the text reads:
Quia iudicabit Dominus populum suum et in servis suis deprecabitur
Simulacra gentium argentum et aurum opera manuum hominum
Os habent et non loquentur oculos habent et non videbunt
Aures habent et non audient neque enim est spiritus in ore eorum
Similes illis fiant qui faciunt ea et omnes qui sperant in eis
Domus Israel benedicite Domino domus Aaron benedicite Domino
Domus Levi benedicite Domino qui timetis Dominum benedicite Domino
Benedictus Dominus ex Sion qui habitat in Hierusalem
For the Lord will judge his people, and will be entreated in favour of his servants.
The idols of the Gentiles are silver and gold, the works of men’s hands.
They have a mouth, but they speak not: they have eyes, but they see not.
They have ears, but they hear not: neither is there any breath in their mouths.
Let them that make them be like to them: and every one that trusteth in them.
Bless the Lord, O house of Israel: bless the Lord, O house of Aaron.
Bless the Lord, O house of Levi: you that fear the Lord, bless the Lord.
Blessed be the Lord out of Sion, who dwelleth in Jerusalem.
Marginal soiling with one minor abrasion in text at bottom of verso. (A)
716.
$140-180
Medieval Manuscripts ([Illuminated Leaf]), Anon., ca. 1570. 4.5 x 6.5”. (HC) A wonderful vellum leaf from a Book of Hours written in Paris in the latter part
of the 16th century. This is one of the last Books of Hours, as their value was declared null by Pius V in 1568. The scribe used dark brown ink and wrote in fine,
Roman script, possibly trying to imitate printed type. The leaf is decorated with one large initial in red, gold and white and adorned with leaves and a flower, as
well as three small initials and one line filler in red, blue, green and gold. The text is from one of the most famous prayers to the Virgin: Obsecro te (I beseech
you). Beginning with the large initial “O” on the recto the text translates as:
I beseech thee O Holy Lady Mary, Mother of God most full of pity, the daughter of the highest king, mother most glorious, mother of orphans, the consolation of
the desolate, the way of them that go astray, the safety of all that trust in thee, a virgin before childbearing, a virgin in childbearing, and a virgin after childbearing:
the fountain of mercy, the fountain of health and grace, the fountain of consolation and pardon, the fountain of piety and gladness, the fountain of life and forgiveness. Marginal soiling. (A)
$160-190
717.
Incunabula (Blat CXLI), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 10.9 x 16.2”. (HC) The verso of this sheet of German text shows a depiction of
natural phenomena, including a comet, lightning, and the darkening of the moon. Portraits of St. Michael, Boethius, Symmachus, Fulgentius, and Gennadius are
also shown. On the recto are portraits of Emperors Zeno and Anastasius and Kings Odoacer and Theodoric. Very light soiling with a minor damp stain and short
tear along top edge of sheet. (B+)
$100-140
718.
Incunabula (Blat CXLIX), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 10.9 x 16.2”. (HC) The verso of this sheet of German text depicts the crucifixion,
the great flood that occurred during the sixth year of Emperor Maurice, the Seamless Robe of Jesus, and portraits of the monks Augustine and Miletus, and Hermenigild, king of the Visigoths. The recto shows a council of twenty-four bishops at St. Peter’s in Rome and a portrait of Emperor Maurice. Marginal soiling
with a minor damp stain along top edge of sheet. (A)
$100-140
719.
Incunabula (Blat CXXXVII), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 10.9 x 16.2”. (HC) The recto of this sheet with German text shows the portraits of
several emperors, including Theodosius the Younger, Valentinian, Marcian, and Leo. The verso shows Genseric, king of the Vandals, and Attila the Hun. Minor
toning with a pencil mark on recto entering portrait image at bottom and marginal soiling. (B+)
$100-140
720.
Incunabula (Blat CXLV), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 10.9 x 16.2”. (HC) The recto of this German sheet depicts the Fifth Council Constantinople at the command of the Pope Agapetus and the Emperor Justinian, as well as the portraits of Emperor Justinian and General Belisarius. The verso shows
the portraits of: Vitiges, king of Rome; Totila, the last king of the Ostrogoths; General Narses; and Patrick (Patricius), archbishop of the Scots. Light soiling with
a minor damp stain along top edge of sheet. (B+)
$100-140
721.
Incunabula (Blat CXLIII), Schedel, Liber Chronicarum, Nuremberg, [1493]. 10.9 x 16.2”. (HC) The verso of this sheet of German text depicts the Third Aurelian
Council, as well as portraits of Arthur, king of the Britons, Cassiodorus the monk, Priscian the philosopher, Cardinal Arator, and Bridget, a holy virgin. On recto
are portraits of Emperor Justin (Justinus) the Elder, King Clovis of France, and Queen Amalasuntha. Light soiling with one pencil mark on recto. (B+)
$100-140
722.
Early Printing ([Book of Hours Leaf]), Kerver, ca. 1505. 4.3 x 6.4”. (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 depicts scenes from the New Testament with captions in red, as well as some mythical
animals. On the recto at top right is the presentation of Jesus in the temple (Luke 2:22), and on verso at top left is the Flight to Egypt (Matthew 2:14).
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. Light soiling and a few stains with a small abrasion on verso. (B+)
$110-140
723.
Early Printing ([Book of Hours Leaf]), Kerver, ca. 1505. 4.3 x 6.3”. (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 depicts scenes from the Old and New Testament with captions in red, as well as some
mythical animals. On the verso is a depiction of the Crucifixion, with Jerusalem in the background. At the foot of the cross, soldiers are gambling over Jesus’
clothes. The women who followed Jesus are standing to the left, and Roman soldiers are on the right. On recto are images of Samson carrying the gates of Gaza,
the resurrection of Jesus, and Jonah being spewed from the whale.
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. Light soiling with a damp stain at top. (B)
$275-350
724.
Early Printing ([Illuminated Leaf]), Hardouin, Paris, ca. 1518. 4.6 x 7.4”. (HC) This leaf is from a Book of Hours printed on vellum by Gilles Hardouin for
Germain Hardouin librayre demourant entre les deux portes du Palays en l’enseigne Saincte Marguerite (bookseller living between the two gates of the Palace at
the sign of Saint Marguerite) of Paris. This leaf is from the transitional period when the new technology of printing with movable type was combined with the
more labor intensive methods of hand painting. Illuminated manuscript books of hours were costly to make, and early printers realized the commercial value in
printing larger quantities of illustrated books of hours at a lower cost. These printers tried to make their books of hours appear as similar to the manuscript books
as possible, even going so far as to mimic the red lines scribes used to keep their text uniform. This exquisitely crafted vellum leaf is highlighted by illuminated
capitals painted in red, blue and liquid gold. The text on recto is from Psalm 66, beginning with the large “D”:
Deus misereatur nostri et benedicat nobis inluminet vultum suum super nos et misereatur nostri
Ut cognoscamus in terra viam tuam in omnibus gentibus salutare tuum
Confiteantur tibi populi Deus confiteantur tibi populi omnes
Laetentur et exultent gentes quoniam iudicas populos in aequitate et gentes in terra diriges
May God have mercy on us, and bless us: may he cause the light of his countenance to shine upon us, and may he have mercy on us.
That we may know thy way upon earth: thy salvation in all nations.
Let people confess to thee, O God: let all people give praise to thee.
Let the nations be glad and rejoice: for thou judgest the people with justice, and directest the nations upon earth.
Marginal soiling. (A)
$110-140
725.
Early Printing ([Illuminated Leaf]), Hardouin, Paris, ca. 1518. 4.6 x 7.4”. (HC) This leaf is from a Book of Hours printed on vellum by Gilles Hardouin for
Germain Hardouin librayre demourant entre les deux portes du Palays en l’enseigne Saincte Marguerite (bookseller living between the two gates of the Palace at
the sign of Saint Marguerite) of Paris. This leaf is from the transitional period when the new technology of printing with movable type was combined with the
more labor intensive methods of hand painting. Illuminated manuscript books of hours were costly to make, and early printers realized the commercial value in
printing larger quantities of illustrated books of hours at a lower cost. These printers tried to make their books of hours appear as similar to the manuscript books
as possible, even going so far as to mimic the red lines scribes used to keep their text uniform. This sheet is part of the calendar for July, August, September and
October. Each month begins with the large illuminated initials “KL” (for Kalender), and lists the number of days in the month as well as the name day of many
saints. Peculiar is the fact that the calendar also says in what sign of the Zodiac the sun was at a certain date: in July – Sol in leone. Marginal soiling. (A)
$110-140
726.
Indentures ([Vellum Manuscript Indenture]), 1751. 12.5 x 10”. (BW) This document is a will that entitles Margaret Gorham, the widow of William Gorham, the
younger, to his property and land at Kings Cliffe Manor. The Manor at Kings Cliffe, in Northamptonshire, was built in the early 17th century. An attractive blue
embossed seal with foil appears at top left. Light soiling with some stains and abrasions at far right. (B)
$200-250
Books, Atlases & Reference Books
727.
Atlases (Cosmographia [with] Charta Cosmographica, cum Ventorum Propria Natura et Operatione), Apianus, 1564. 10.8 x 7.8”. (BW) Included in this complete
Latin edition of Apianus’ popular Cosmographia is a very interesting world map based on the now lost world map of Gemma Frisius, which is significant in the
history of the mapping of America. The continents are broadly based on Mercator’s globe gores of 1541, but North America is shown as a long slender landmass
labeled Baccalearium in reference to the cod fishing region off the coasts of New England and Canada. It employs a cordiform projection and depicts a distinct
northern passage to Asia over the top of North America. There are few geographical features other than the prominent twin lake sources of the Nile in Africa. The
heart-shaped border of the map contains signs of the zodiac within a cloud background filled with mythical figures and wind heads. One of the deities at top sports
the design of the Holy Roman Emperor’s double eagle on his breastplate and the three cadaverous wind heads at bottom represent plague-carrying winds of the
south. This is an example from the second of three woodblocks, issued with Latin and Dutch text.
The Cosmographia of Petrus Apianus was one of the most popular books on cosmography ever published. It covers a multitude of subjects including the climatic
zones, the uses of parallels and meridians, the determination of latitude and longitude, map projections, etc. One of the reasons it was enormously popular is the
inclusion of volvelles that enabled one to solve practical mathematical problems relating to time telling, the calendar, astronomy and astrology. There are five of
these ingenious paper devices included, and numerous other interesting diagrams and illustrations. In addition to the world map, there is also a small map of Greece,
and one of the volvelles is constructed on a map of the northern hemisphere. This edition, corrected and augmented by geographer and mathematician Gemma
Frisius, contains Gemma’s important treatise on triangulation, which first appeared in 1533. The treatise was the first instance of triangulation being proposed as
a means of locating and mapping places. Small 4to, quarter-calf in brown leather and green vellum covers. Ref: Shirley #96. The covers have a few small cracks
and the edges are bumped, but still sound. Pages are tight and with some toning, and a few pages have some damp staining. The map is in good condition with
one tiny fold separation and a few short splits confined to the blank margins. One of the volvelles is missing the pointer, the others are fully functional. (B+)
$7000-8500
728.
Atlases (A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World [bound with] England Wales Scotland and Ireland Described…), Speed/Kaerius, 1666-68. 6.6 x 4.3”.
(BW) This handsome miniature atlas is famously known as the “miniature Speed” atlas since the maps, engraved by Pieter van den Keere, were based on John
Speed’s folio-sized maps published under the same title, A Prospect of the Most Famous Parts of the World. This example is a dual atlas containing both the world
atlas and an atlas of the British Isles. Both atlases had an interesting publication history, beginning with the atlas of the British Isles, which was first published
between 1605 and 1610. In 1619, the British Isles maps came into the hands of London printer George Humble, who included additional maps and reprinted them
under the name of John Speed, thereby initiating the popular series of “miniature Speed” atlases. The success of the miniature Theatre was then joined in 1646 by
the first edition of the miniature Prospect atlas published by George Humble’s son, William Humble, and was sometimes bound separately from the British Isles
atlas and sometimes bound in a dual atlas.
The miniature maps in A Prospect were engraved by Van den Keere while in his 70’s, and are believed the be the last maps engraved by him before his death at
the age of 75. The atlas is complete with 20 maps: the world, Asia, Africa, Europe, Americas, eleven maps of European countries, Persia, the Turkish Empire,
China and Tartary. Each of the maps is single page with text on verso taken from Speed’s folio atlas, and all are signed with Van den Keere’s Latinized name,
Petrus Kaerius. The simple, typographic title page contains the list of maps and is dated 1668 with the imprint of Roger Rea. The double-hemisphere world map,
“A New and Accurat Map of the World,” depicts a huge southern landmass, labeled Unknowne Land in the eastern hemisphere and Magallanica in the western
hemisphere. The northwest coast of North America shows a conjectural coastline that extends to the Strait of Anian. Although the world map shows a peninsular
California, the western hemisphere map, America, depicts California as an island with a flat northern coast and several place names. The cartography of this map
is based on Goos’ folio map from 1626, and omits any French presence in Canada. Newe Ing. Land is located north of the St. Lawrence River, and Plymuth is the
only European settlement depicted.
There are 62 (of 63) maps in England Wales Scotland and Ireland, including the folding map of the British Isles, separate maps of England, Wales, Scotland and
Ireland, and 57 county maps. (The map of Yorkshire is missing.) The majority of the British Isles maps were also engraved by Van den Keere and were based on
Saxton for the English and Welsh county maps, on Ortelius for the Scottish maps, and on Van den Keere’s own map of Ireland for the Irish maps. It is believed that
the maps of the British Isles and of England were not engraved by Van den Keere, but were commissioned by Humble for the 1627 edition. The British Isles map
was based on Blaeu’s miniature edition of Camden’s Britannia, and the England map was based on Speed’s folio map, omitting the costumed figures. The text in
this atlas was derived from Speed’s Theatre of the Empire of Great Britain. The title page is dated 1666 and features two putti, a Dane and a Norman.
Full leather with raised bands on spine and the initials “WP” stamped on front and back covers.
The provenance of this atlas is quite fascinating, as it comes from a direct descendent of the cartographer John Speed. The Speed family believes the atlas was
purchased in the 1800’s and then passed down from generation to generation. Ref: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.KEE-1i; Shirley #368; McLaughlin #8; Burden #268;
Shirley (BI to 1650) #394-5 All the maps except for two are in very good condition, with light overall toning and an occasional spot of foxing. The title page of
the British atlas and the British Isles folding map are in good to satisfactory condition with heavier toning, soiling, and several fold separations and small chips.
The map of Radnor has a hole apparently caused by a paper flaw, and several county maps have short tears primarily confined to blank margins, all of which have
been archivally repaired. The last few pages of the text block are heavily toned around the edges caused by contact with the leather, which does not affect any
maps. The covers and spine are heavily worn but have been recently conserved, with numerous small chips and cracks to the leather repaired. (B+)
$3750-4500
729.
Atlases (The Compleat Geographer: or, the Chorography and Topography of All the Known Parts of the Earth. To Which Is Premis’d an Introduction to Geography ... The Fourth Edition...), Moll, London, 1723. 9.5 x 14.2”. (HC) This is the fourth edition of Moll’s Compleat Geographer and contains a total of 42 maps
interspersed within the text, most with attractive outline color (all but the Americas). There are two volumes within the atlas: volume one (402 pp.) is focused on
Europe and contains 20 maps including a world map featuring the island of California, Europe, Britain, Italy and Russia to name a few. The second volume (288
pp.) includes 9 maps of Asia, 4 of Africa, 4 of North America and 5 of South America.
Of particular importance is The Isle of California. New Mexico. Louisiane. The River Misisipi. And the Lakes’s of Canada which prominently features the island
of California and the western part of North America and combines a vast amount of information and quite a bit of misinformation. Just north of California are
The North Straits that separate the island from Agubela de Cato and the Land of Panimaha. Further north lies the Straits of Annian and the partial coastline of
Annian. Four major rivers flow west into the Gulf of California with The 7 Cittys near the mouth of the Coral R., just west of Acoma. Conibas Lake forms the
source of the North or Bravo R. (Rio Grande), which correctly empties into the Gulf of Mexico. Much of the map appears to have been derived from Hennepin,
but it contains vastly more detail and the locations of numerous Indian villages, including the Missourits on the bank of what would become the Missouri River.
In Canada, the Mission des Recolets is located just south of the Lake of Assinibouels, and is noted as ye Farthermost in ye whole Country. The other maps related
to North America include The English Empire in America... which covers the entire eastern seaboard from Florida north to Newfoundland; Mexico, or New Spain.
Divided into the Audiance of Guadalayara, Mexico, and Guatimala, Florida, and America which depicts the entire Western Hemisphere.
Contents include frontis, title page, advertisement, table of contents, index, introduction (51 pp.) and main text (690 pp.). Folio, hardbound in original leather with
raised bands on spine. Ref: McCorkle #293; Shirley (BL Atlases) #T.Moll-1e; McLaughlin #143 & 144; Wheat (TMW) #81 & #109. The maps range from good
to near fine with some offsetting and light text show-through in the image on some. There is a damp stain at the top and bottom of the gutter throughout that does
not impact any of the map images. Covers are very worn and detached and the spine has perished, resulting in the text block being separated into two sections.
Given the complete map count, this atlas would benefit from professional rebinding. (B)
$1800-2500
730.
Atlases (Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre, Dresse Pour l’Historie Philosophique & Politique…), Bonne/Raynal, Paris, ca. 1780. 8.3 x 10.3”.
(BW) This is the atlas volume for Abbe Raynal’s “L’Histoire Philosophique et Politique des Etablissemens et du Commerce des Europeens dans les Deux Indes.”
The atlas is complete and is filled with Bonne’s well-drawn maps and charts engraved by Andre. Included are a title page, list of maps, Analyse Succincet de Cet
Atlas (28 pp.), and 50 maps. The map contents include two world maps, Europe, Asia, Africa, ten related to Europe, three related to Africa, two related to India,
Arabia, the East Indies, the Moluccas, China, Persia, Philippines, Russia, six related to South America, several Caribbean charts, plus North America and those
related: Mexico; le Nouveau Mexique; Terre-Neuve, Acadia...; Occidentale du Canada; Louisiana & Florida; Partie Nord des Etats Unis; and Partie Sud des Etats
Unis.
In the North America map, the entire western part of the continent is left mostly blank. Indian tribes occupy the edges of defined territory -- Apaches, Sioux,
Outagamis, and 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.
Hardbound, quarter-calf over marbled boards with gilt tooling and title on raised spine. The atlas volume did not carry any publication information on the title
pages, but was known to be published in 1780. The maps are overall good to very good with a few insignificant spots and some minor to occasionally moderate
offsetting in the image. Contents are tight and the title page has a chip in the blank upper right corner that has been replaced with old paper. The hinges are starting, the spine has a few small chips and cracks and the covers are lightly worn and bumped. Ex-library pastedown on inside front cover. (B+)
$2500-3250
731.
Atlases (Atlas pour Servir a l’Intelligence de l’Histoire Generale des Voyages, de Laharpe), Tardieu, Paris, [1821]. 12.3 x 18.4”. (HC) This early 19th century
French atlas contains 11 double-page and 4 single-page maps of the world, the Americas, Africa, Asia, Australia and Europe including several other regional views
of Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico and Asia. The map of North America, Carte de l’Amerique Septentrionale, shows good detail throughout and early territorial
configurations. Just west of the Mississippi River are the districts of Howard, Girardeau, Lawrence, and Arkansas. These are remnants of French and Spanish
divisions in what is present-day Missouri and Arkansas. The United States and Canadian boundary follows the U.S. claims into present-day British Columbia and
Mexico controls all of California and the Southwest. The map is filled with place names, Indian tribes and much else of interest. The map of Oceania is incredibly
detailed and absolutely packed with the tracks of explorers including Cook, Vancouver, La Perouse and Marchand. Folio, hardbound with original blue boards.
The maps are mostly clean and bright with some occasional small light spots and stains. There is a bit of foxing along the left and right neatlines of the Gulf of
Mexico map. Covers are bumped and heavily worn and the spine is somewhat chipped. (B+)
$800-1000
732.
Atlases (Johnson’s New Illustrated Family Atlas of the World…), Johnson & Browning, New York, 1861. 15 x 18.5”. (HC) This superb folio atlas is filled with
beautiful, steel engraved plates with rich color and tremendous detail. This desirable atlas is highlighted by the short-lived New Military Map of the United States,
which shows the military districts with vignettes of the major southern harbors. The map of California, Territories of New Mexico and Utah is the uncommon
issue with the newly formed Nevada shown occupying part of California to the summit line of the Sierras. Arizona shows up in the southern part of New Mexico
Territory. This is thought to represent the Confederate Territory of Arizona that existed for nearly a year from August 1861 until July of 1862 when General Baylor
appointed himself the territorial governor and claimed all of New Mexico Territory south of the 34th parallel for the Confederacy. In the southern part of Arizona
is the “Gadsden Ten Million Purchase of Mexico.” The Utah/Nevada border follows the 116th meridian. The map is filled with historical notes and interesting
notations. One note in the area of Quartzsite, Arizona refers to the area as being “exceedingly fertile and abundantly timbered and well watered.” It details the U.S.
Mail routes, the Emigrant road to California, the proposed railroad route through Utah, Nevada and California, and the Pony Express trail. This atlas also includes
great maps of Texas, the western territories, and several thematic maps and diagrams interspersed throughout the text. Complete with 92 maps (24 double-page)
as called for on the List of Maps. Hardbound in original green cloth with quarter calf spine and tips with titling in gilt on front cover and spine. Maps and text
are very good to near fine with occasional scattered foxing and faint offsetting. Binding is tight and there are some minor stains and light shelf wear to covers and
spine. (B+)
$1500-2000
733.
Atlases (Atlas Universel de Geographie Physique, Politique, Ancienne et Moderne Contenant les Cartes Generales et Particulieres de Toutes les Parties du Monde),
Brue, Paris, ca. 1875. 13.2 x 19.2”. (HC) This complete atlas contains 67 maps of both the ancient and modern world. The contents include 1 celestial chart, 14
of the ancient world, and 52 of the modern world. The maps of the modern world break out as follows: World (3), Europe (24), Asia (5), Pacific (4), Africa (7) and
Americas (9). Included in this count is a large folding map of France. All of the maps have Brue’s decorative keyboard-style border.
The map titled Carte Generale du Mexique et de la Partie Sud-Ouest des Etats-Unis covers the southwestern United States, from California to the Mississippi River,
and Mexico with a large inset map of Central America. The developed railway tracks and those under construction are shown. Other maps depicting the United
States include Carte Generale de L’Amerique and Carte de la Region Orientale des Etats-Unis....
Title page, table of contents, and 67 maps. Elephant Folio. Quarter brown leather with gilt stamped brown cloth-covered boards with gilt titling on spine and
marbled endpapers. The maps are in original color and are overall good to very good with some light toning and occasional offsetting. The large folding map of
France is in satisfactory condition with numerous fold separations partially closed on verso with non-archival tape, and some fold separations in the blank margins
that have been closed on recto also with non-archival tape. Contents are mostly tight. The hinge is starting, and the covers and spine are worn and bumped. (B)
$700-900
734.
Atlases (Hand Atlas Uber Alle Theile der Erde und Uber das Weltgebaude), Stieler, Gotha, 1876. 10.3 x 15.6”. (HC) This handsome and complete atlas contains
89 steel engraved maps in a beautiful combination of hand coloring and printed color with precise engraved lines characteristic of Stieler’s fine work. The large
double-page maps are numbered 2 to 90, and the beautifully engraved title page is number 1 according to the contents page. Each map is a study in precision engraving, with exceptional detail. Of the maps, four are celestial (including a fabulous engraving of the moon), two are thematic, and the rest cover the continents,
polar regions and countries of the world. Many of the maps include insets of principal cities and topographical features. The map of Antarctica gives terrific detail
of the latest discoveries. The Atlantic Ocean map details the sub-sea telegraph cables. The atlas has six maps of United States interest. The map of the United
States and Mexico shows the newly established state of Colorado along with numerous territories, including Washington, Idaho, Montana, Dacota, Arizona, New
Mexico and Indian Territory (Oklahoma). The map also depicts roads and a prominently featured northern transcontinental railroad from New York City to San
Francisco. The maps are dated 1876.
Folio. Original hard covers in blue cloth and quarter leather spine and tips with gilt titles on front and spine. Published by Justus Perthes. The maps range in
condition from near fine to good, with the majority being in “A” and “B+” condition. Some of the maps have foxing, ranging from very light to moderate, and a
couple of maps have short centerfold separations. The last five maps have a faint damp stain along fore-edge confined to blank margins. The binding is excellent
and the covers and spine show light wear. (B+)
$600-700
735.
Atlases (Geographie Universelle Atlas Migeon...), Migeon, Paris, [1887]. 10.8 x 14.5”. (HC) This French atlas is one of the most decorative atlases of the late
19th century. In addition to being hand colored, the majority of the maps feature one or more superb vignettes showcasing key cities or monuments from the region.
The atlas contains 43 maps (41 of which are double-page), including one celestial chart, six historical maps, and 37 modern maps. The modern maps consist of
2 world, 18 of Europe, 4 of Asia, 8 of Africa, 4 of the Americas, and 1 of Oceania. Each map is accompanied by two pages of text with geographical, political
and historical information about the region. The map of the United States shows an extensive system of roads, several territories, and a lovely vignette of the US
Capitol in Washington, DC. The maps are all single-sided and tipped into the atlas with back straps.
The decorative title page is printed in red and black and features a vignette of Cybele, the goddess of towns, pointing to a location on a globe, surrounded by instruments representing the arts, sciences, agriculture, and war. Behind her are inventions both old and new: the Sphinx and great pyramids of Giza and a ship, as well
as a steam locomotive and a hot air balloon.
Folio, with original brown pebbled cloth covers with gilt embossed titling and decorations on spine and covers. The maps are almost all near fine, with light
toning along sheet edges. A couple of maps have a few small spots of foxing. The binding is sound with light wear to covers and spine. (A)
$475-550
736.
Atlases (Arbuckles’ Illustrated Atlas of Fifty Principal Nations of the World), Arbuckle Bros. Coffee Co., New York, 1889. 11.2 x 7”. (PC) A nice example of
this unusual atlas that was designed to advertise Arbuckles Coffee. The atlas is printed on loose pages held together with original twisted string tie. This oblong
4to atlas has 12 sheets, each with four beautiful chromolithographic maps. The front pictorial wrapper has a map of Palestine plus the western hemisphere with
numerous cherubs around the bottom. The rear wrapper has a map of Brazil plus a view of the Arbuckle’s factory and two finely dressed women enjoying Arbuckle’s
coffee. Text on facing page describes the map.
Beginning in the mid-1880’s, the Arbuckle Bros. Coffee Company began to include advertising cards, commonly referred to as “trade cards” in packages of their
coffee. This was a common device used by companies of the time to tout the virtues of their products. But the Arbuckle company carried the concept a step further
and created a series of very desirable images. They then encouraged their customers to collect the entire series of cards and to trade cards with their neighbors in
order to complete their sets. Thus, “trade” cards began to evolve into “trading” cards.
Arbuckles issued a great variety of cards including birds, animals, cooking, satire, sports and maps. The map series, U.S. States and Nations of the World, were
extremely popular. Both series were reissued in album format, available from the company as a mail-order premium. These fascinating cards and albums are still
actively collected today, more than 120 years after they were issued. The original Arbuckle Bros. Coffee Company, on the other hand, vanished from the scene over
60 years ago. The maps are very good to near fine with the first two sheets containing small edge tears that just enter the image at top. There is a minor extraneous crease along the upper left portion of all sheets, and both covers are heavily chipped with a portion of the back cover missing. The front cover is separated and
the back cover is loosely attached with cello tape. (B)
$600-800
737.
Atlases (Tunison’s Peerless Universal Atlas of the World), Tunison, [1891]. 12.3 x 14.3”. (HC) This is a lovely and unusual atlas with approximately 80 wax
engraved, hand colored maps and diagrams, most with decorative borders and some with vignettes. Thirty-seven maps relate to the United States. The map of
California, Oregon & Nevada is particularly nice with insets of Yosemite and the Redwoods. Also featured are two pages of presidential portraits, two pages
showing agricultural production, and numerous engravings showing the diverse civilizations and cultures of the world. The last map is Map of the Regions about
the Unknown North Polar Sea Showing the Latest Exploring Expeditions. The maps in this atlas are uncommon for their late hand coloring, a laborious process
that was largely abandoned two decades earlier. Please note that this example is missing pp. 79-80 which are maps of Louisiana/Mississippi and Florida, as well
as the title page.
Small Folio, 207 pp. Hardbound in original, embossed maroon cloth boards with gilt title and illustration on the front cover. Maps are generally good to very
good with some pleasant light toning, occasional soiling, and a few pencil notations mostly in the blank margins. The map of Georgia & South Carolina has been
trimmed in the left blank margin and has nearly separated. Covers and spine show light wear with a chip at the bottom of the spine. The front hinge is starting and
the back hinge is nearly perished. (B+)
$350-450
738.
Atlases (Cram’s Unrivaled Atlas of the World Indexed), Cram, Chicago, [1893]. 11.8 x 15”. (PC) This is a complete and very nice late 19th century atlas with
135 single-page, and 26 double-page maps covering all the U.S. states and major cities, Canadian provinces and countries throughout the world. The maps are
printed on both sides of the sheet, and all double-page maps are printed on one sheet that is attached to the atlas with a backstrap. There are numerous diagrams,
historical charts and city plans. The historical section on the United States includes additional thematic maps. This edition includes a double-page map of Jackson
Park in Chicago, the site of the World’s Fair in this publication year, along with six pages of illustrations featuring the buildings at the fair. Also included is a map
of Yellowstone National Park Wyoming showing mainly topography. 370 pages. Complete. Folio. Hardbound in original brown cloth with embossed title on
front. Condition code is for the maps which are clean and bright with just the occasional small spot or minor damp stain. Endpapers are missing and the title
page has a 3” tear at top and a long extraneous crease. The coves are loose, bumped and worn, and partially detached. (A)
$200-250
739.
Atlases (Rand, McNally & Co.’s Universal Atlas of the World...), Rand McNally & Co., Chicago, ca. 1902. 11.5 x 13.3”. (PC) This nearly complete atlas contains
82 single-page and 37 double-page maps (missing only the maps of Puerto Rico and United States Acquisitions, in addition to the title page). All double-page
maps are printed on two sheets. Although this is a world atlas, the majority of the maps are of U.S. interest, including all states and territories and numerous city
plans. The atlas is illustrated with dozens of black and white photographs interspersed throughout the text, including presidential portraits and a facsimile of the
U.S. constitution. Introduction, table of contents, text and maps, 461 pp., including an exhaustive 92 pp. listing of towns and counties for each state. This example
does not contain the “History of the Spanish-American War with Handy Atlas Maps and Full Description of Recently Acquired United States Territory” supplement
sometimes seen at the back of these atlases. Hardbound in original green cloth with blue cloth spine and leather tips. Gilt and embossed title to cover with graphic
elements including a compass rose and sailing ship. Condition code is for the maps which are generally very good with some light toning and a very thin damp
stain in the top blank margin away from the images. Contents are tight, the covers are loose and starting to detach, and the extremities show some wear with two
small chips in the front cover. The perished spine has been replaced with a denim cloth material. (B+)
$130-160
740.
Atlases, Civil War (Selected Civil War Maps Reproduced from Originals Made by the U. S. Coast Survey), U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey, Washington D.C., 1961.
24.8 x 31”. (BW) This double-elephant folio sized atlas contains 19 reproduced maps and 1 plate made by the U.S. Coast Survey during the Civil War. These
maps, measuring approximately 20 x 34” each, were produced in partnership between the Department of Commerce and the Coast & Geodetic Survey exactly 100
years after the beginning of the Civil War. The reproductions include:
1. [Untitled - Map Index]
2. Manassas Junction
3. Charleston Harbor
4. Map of Portions of Sea Coast of South Carolina and Georgia
5. Military Map of South-Eastern Virginia
6. Map of the City of Richmond
7. [Untitled - Reconnaissance of the Mississippi River]
8. Plan of Fort Jackson, La.
9. [Untitled - Fort Hindman, Arkansas]
10. Approaches to Vicksburg, Mississippi
11. Approaches to Grand Gulf
12. [Untitled - Position of Gun Boats at Grand Gulf]
13. Battle Ground of Sabine Cross Roads and Pleasant Hill
14. Chattanooga and its Approaches
15. Battlefield of Chickamauga, Georgia
16. Showing the Operations…During the Campaign Resulting in the Capture of Atlanta, Georgia
17. [Untitled - Plan of Final Attack on Fort Fisher]
18. [Sketches - Iron Clads, Fort Fisher]
19. Reconnaissance of Wilmington River from Wausau Sound to Savannah River
20. Northern Part of Florida
The maps are housed in large, tan, spiral-bound covers.
Ref: Stephenson #94.5. The map of Manassas Junction has a damp stain in the image, but the remaining maps are clean and bright with a few damp stains confined
to the blank margins. Covers show light wear with minor soiling and a small damp stain. (B+)
$120-150
741.
Geography Books (Einleitung in die Alte und Neuere Geographia...), [1737]. 5.2 x 8”. (HC) This rare early geography book by Franz Wagner pertains to both
ancient and modern geography. It is divided into two sections containing 15 ancient and 21 (of 22) modern maps including modern maps of America, Asia, Africa
and Europe. The remaining maps are focused on regions of Europe, and many of the maps are hand colored. Cartographically, the map of America features a
large, blank northwestern coast labeled parts unknown with a spurious lake at center. There is no inland detail with the exception of Santa Fe being located. The
map of Africa shows two lakes (Zaire and Zaflan) in central Africa as the source of the Nile River and the Mountains of the Moon are shown just to their south.
Published by Leopold Joseph Hoedl in Vienna. 12mo, 337 pp. Hardbound in full brown leather with an embossed raised spine. Maps are generally good to
very good with some light toning, soiling and occasional minor spots. The map of ancient Europe and modern northern Europe have an old library stamp that has
been covered in old paper just entering the map border. Text is tight with light toning and foxing, the covers are worn with the hinge starting, and the spine has a
number of small worm holes and chips. (B+)
$1600-2000
742.
Geography Books ([Lot of 2] Mitchell’s Intermediate or Secondary Geography. Revised Edition. A System of Modern Geography... [and] Mitchell’s Modern Atlas:
a Series of Forty-Four Copperplate Maps...), Mitchell, Philadelphia, [1853-77]. 10 x 12”. (HC)
A. Mitchell’s Intermediate or Secondary Geography. Revised Edition. A System of Modern Geography..., published 1853. This complete example of Mitchell’s
Geography was published for “the instruction of Youth in Schools and Families.” It is richly illustrated with wood engraved vignettes, diagrams and statistics.
Includes maps of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceanica, and all of the states and territories of the United States. It also features a great
map of the west that is similar to the atlas version from the same period. Washington and Oregon territories extend to the Continental Divide, Utah and New
Mexico are in their large configuration. A very large Indian Territory extends north to the large Missouri Territory that in turn continues to the Canadian border,
and stretches between the Continental Divide and the oversized Minnesota Territory. Hardbound with pictorial paper covers, frontis, title page, text and maps,
advertisements, 82 pp. Condition: All of the maps have very nice original full hand coloring with some very light toning and a few minor spots of foxing. There
is a previous owner’s stamp on the inside front cover and the endpapers are foxed with a damp stain at top. The hinges are starting and the covers are worn and
stained.
B. Mitchell’s Modern Atlas: a Series of Forty-Four Copperplate Maps..., published 1877. A very nice example published by J.H. Butler & Company of Philadelphia.
The 44 maps are hand colored and printed on both sides. This world atlas contains 15 maps of US interest including a nice example of the United States and “XIII
Texas.” Hardbound with pictorial paper over boards featuring children on a hillside overlooking a small sea village with erupting volcano. Condition: All of the
maps have very nice original full hand coloring with light toning and a few minor spots of foxing. Covers are worn and stained and the perished spine has been
replaced with binder’s tape. (B+)
$160-200
743.
Geography Books ([Lot of 3] Lessons in Physical Geography [and] Guyot’s Geographical Series. Elementary Geography, for Primary Classes [and] The Independent
Course. Elementary Geography…), [1861-74]. 7.5 x 9”.
A. Lessons in Physical Geography, by Walter Wells, published 1861, hand color. This physical geography includes 3 double-page maps and 5 single page maps
of the world showing temperature, elevation, ocean currents, and trade winds to name a few. Three of the maps are attractively hand colored. 128 pp., hardbound
with gray paper over boards. Condition: Maps and text are toned with some damp staining in the lower right corner of the pages, which is more pronounced in the
second half of the book. Spine and covers are worn with the previous owners stamp on the inside front cover. (B)
B. Guyot’s Geographical Series. Elementary Geography, for Primary Classes, published by Charles Scribner’s Sons, published 1868, printed color. Includes
double-page maps of the United States and world and 14 single-page maps covering regional views of the United States and the continents. Numerous illustrations
are included in the 96 pp. of text. Guyot was a professor of geography and geology at Princeton University, whose early work began with Louis Agassiz, a notable
geologist and innovator of the study of natural history. Hardbound with pictorial paper over boards. Condition: Maps and text have some light toning with many
of the maps containing pencil notations in the image. The map of the United States is separated halfway down the centerfold with an associated 1” tear. Spine and
covers are worn with a few pencil notations in the endpapers. (B)
C. The Independent Course. Elementary Geography, Taught by Means of Pictures, Maps, Charts, Diagrams, Map Drawing and Blackboard Exercises, by James
Monteith, 1874, printed color. There are twelve single-page maps focused on the continents and regional views of the United States, and many more smaller maps
and illustrations interspersed through the 80 pp. of text. Hardbound with pictorial paper over boards. Condition: Maps and text are lightly toned while the spine
and covers and worn and bumped. (B+)
$150-200
744.
Geography Books (An Improved System of Geography), McNally, New York, 1866. 10 x 12.3”. (HC) An early publication by Francis McNally, later of Rand,
McNally fame. This school geography book contains complete lesson plans for learning world geography. The book begins with definitions of terms, and then is
divided into lesson plans for each geographical area. Each lesson plan features one map and contains dozens of map questions about the mountains, rivers, cities,
and other landmarks, and also includes information about key resources and exports. At the end of the book is a test containing hundreds of questions, such as
“What peak in the Caucasus is higher than any mountain in Europe?” and “What countries are richest in quicksilver?” 33 maps (1 double-page). Quarto, quarter
leather over pictorial paper boards, 110 pp. and a 12-page addendum on map drawing. Condition code is for the maps which are clean, bright and nearly flawless.
Covers are worn and stained and the spine has nearly perished. (A)
$180-230
745.
Geography Books ([Lot of 3] Modern School Geography and Atlas [and] Our World; or, First Lessons in Geography, for Children [and] A New Primary Geography),
[1872-80]. 8 x 9.2”. (PC) Sizes vary slightly.
A. Modern School Geography and Atlas, by James Campbell and Son, 1874. This is a Canadian publication “prepared for the use of schools in the British Provinces.” It contains a double- map of Canada and 19 single page maps of the provinces, the United States and the continents. 87 pp., hardbound in salmon colored
paper over boards.
B. Our World; or, First Lessons in Geography, for Children, by Mary L. Hall, 1872. One of the few geography books to be composed by a female, it consists of
one double-page map of the United States, two of the world, and six single page maps of the continents. 118 pp. with some interesting testimonials from various
school system administrators at the back. Hardbound with pictorial paper over boards.
C. A New Primary Geography, Illustrated by Numerous Maps and Engravings, by D. M Warren, 1880. Includes one double-page map and thirteen singe-page maps
from the Cowperthwait series focused on the continents and regional views of the United States . 88 pp., hardbound with pictorial paper over boards.
Maps are in good to very good condition with very light, even age toning. Spine and covers are worn with a few pencil notations in the endpapers.
(B+)
$120-160
746.
Exploration and Surveys (Atlas. Narrative of the United States Exploring Expedition. During the Years 1838, 1839, 1840, 1841, 1842), Wilkes, [1844]. 9.8 x 13.5”.
This is the atlas volume from the very rare first edition of the Wilkes’ Expedition (with only 100 copies printed) that accompanies Wilkes’ five volume narrative of
the Exploring Expedition, which was one of the most important American scientific expeditions of the 19th century. It was the first U.S. Naval expedition, taking
in the Northwest Coast, Hawaii, South America, the Philippines, the South Pacific, Australia and Antarctica. The expedition broke new ground in most areas of
natural history and made a number of extremely important cartographic discoveries, most importantly establishing that Antarctica was a continent. They mapped
280 islands in the Pacific for the first time and included extensive and graphically rich ethnographic records of many native peoples throughout the Pacific. The
five maps included in this volume are:
Map of the Oregon Territory...., dated 1841, black & white (33.8 x 22.8”). 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 to 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. Includes a 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.
Chart of the Antarctic Continent Shewing the Icy Barrier Attached to it..., dated 1840, black & white (34 x 23.5”). This map represented a major advance in
establishing Antarctica as a true continent, thus helping to settle the cartographic mystery of its existence which had been debated by explorers and mapmakers
for centuries. It is a detailed map of Antarctica and the southern Pacific Ocean centered on the longitude of Van Diemens Land. It shows Antarctica from about
longitude 95 West to 170 with surprisingly good detail along the coastline. Numerous Ice Islands clog the bays and seas near land and many air and water temperatures are noted. The tracks of the ships Vincennes, Peacock, Porpoise, and Flying Fish are detailed. At upper left are five sea approach views.
Chart of the World Shewing the Tracks of the Exploring Expedition in 1838, 39, 40, 41 & 42..., circa 1844, hand color (32.2 x 23.3”). This detailed map shows the
tracks of the Expedition vessels along with the direction and velocity of ocean currents and trade winds. Isothermal lines are delicately colored to indicate water
temperature in five degree groupings.
Map of Part of the Island of Hawaii Sandwich Islands Shewing the Craters and Eruption of May and June 1840..., dated 1841, black & white (23.6 x 15.3”). This
map depicts two volcanic mountains visited by the Expedition and includes the track of the party to the crater of Moku-a-weo-weo on the top of Mauna Loa.
Chart of the Viti Group or Feejee Islands..., dated 1840, black & white (33.8 x 23.5”). Shows very good detail of the 154 islands in the group including coastlines,
coral reefs, and topography by hachure.
Hardbound in brown cloth over boards. Printed by C. Sherman in Philadelphia. Ref: Wheat (TMW) #457; Phillips #3245; Howes #W414. The maps are generally
good with light toning and offsetting. The colored map of the world has two moderate splits at fold junctions and a separation at bottom that enters 5.75” into the
map image, while the map of Hawaii has a separation at bottom that enters 1.25” into the image. The spine has perished (this is not the original binding), the covers
are detached, and the front endpapers and title page loose. (B)
$3000-4000
747.
Miscellaneous Books (Historische Kronyck…), Gottfried, Leiden, [1698]. 9.3 x 14.5”. (BW) This is a fascinating World Chronicle by Johann Gottfried, translated
from German to Dutch by Simon de Vries and published by Pieter van der Aa. The book covers the time period from the Creation until the 16th century and covers
both religious and secular topics. The title page features an engraved allegorical view titled in Latin, The Study of Vigilance. The illustrations in the text cover
every imaginable subject including sea monsters, the Garden of Eden, Roman battles and Colesium sport, knights battling dragons, and a superb illustration of an
early book bindery. 1064 pp. divided into 7 books and a section on the German reformation. The book includes 1 world map, 2 title pages, 19 pages of portraits
and hundreds of vivid illustrations.
The map included is Pieter van der Aa’s Nova Delineatio Totius Orbis Terrarum Per Petrum Vander Aa (13.5 x 10”). Originally published by Jacob van Meurs in
1660, this map is based on Arnold Colom’s wonderfully graphic map from the first world maritime atlas. California is an island, separated from Nova Albion, which
stretches towards Asia and off the map. The western coast of New Zealand appears, as do several other important Pacific islands. Australia is partially mapped
and only the southern tip of Tasmania appears. Each hemisphere includes a strap work cartouche, one with the Dutch title Niewe Werelt Caart. Superb engravings
surround the map with representations of the gods Apollo and his sister Diana representing day and night with four female allegories of the elements of Fire, Air,
Water and Earth.
Folio, in original full brown leather with raised bands and embossed, gilt spine. Ref: Shirley #417. There are just a few tiny spots on the map, else fine. The other
text pages are generally clean with a pleasant hint of toning. The hinge is starting and the covers show heavy wear with a hole on the lower front cover and chipped
at head of spine. The leather covers are starting to separate from the boards, but are still intact and a few of the endpapers are crumpled. (B+)
$2400-3000
748.
Miscellaneous Books (The Gentleman’s Magazine, and Historical Chronicle), Anon., [1759]. 5.3 x 8.3”. (BW) This lot includes 9 individual monthly issues
(missing May, October and November) and the supplement from 1759 during the heart of the Seven Years War. All maps and plates are present for the monthly
issues included. The eight maps, all listed in Jolly, include:
A. Compleat Map of Germany Comprehending in One View the Different Seats of the Present War (11 x 13.3”).
B. A Map of Martinico, from the Latest and Best Authorities, by John Gibson (7.5 x 9.5”).
C. The Roads, of Toulon, with the Adjacent Country (8 x 10.5”).
D. A Map of the Seat of War on the Rhine, and Part’s Adjacent, in Germany, 1759 (7.3 x 10”).
E. A New and Accurate Map of the Isles of Guadaloupe, Marie-Galante &c. from the Best Authorities, by John Gibson (4.8 x 11.5”).
F. Plan of Have de Grace [on sheet with] The Bombardment of Have de Grace July 4th 1759 [and] [Untitled - English Channel] (7.5 x 10”).
G. A Map of That Part of Westphalia, in which the French Army Where [sic] Defeated Aug. 1. 1759 (4.3 x 7.3”).
H. A Map of Pomerania and Brandenburg with the Frontiers of Poland (7.5 x 10.3”).
Disbound, 8vo.
Ref: Jolly #GENT-125 through 128, 130-33 & 135. The maps and plates are good to very good with light to moderate toning and occasional light offsetting. Disbound. (B)
$200-250
749.
Miscellaneous Books (A Complete and Universal Dictionary of the English Language: Comprehending the Explanation, Pronunciation, Origin, and Synonymes
of Each Word; an Epitome of History, Biography, and the Useful Sciences...), London, ca. 1848. 9 x 11”. (HC) This dictionary, by the Reverend James Barclay,
reads more like an encyclopedia with very thorough definitions throughout the nearly 1000 pages of text. Interspersed throughout the text are 22 maps (alphabetically) covering mostly Europe along with maps of the World, Americas, Africa, and Asia. The map of America shows Mexico still in control of the West and Texas
is part of the United States, suggesting a circa date of 1846. In addition to the maps are a frontispiece, 35 portraits of English Monarchs, and views of Quebec (2),
Montreal and Halifax. 984 pp. Hardbound in quarter leather and tips over green cloth boards with gilt title on raised spine. Text, maps and plates are very good
with some light even-age toning and occasional minor foxing. Contents are tight with light wear to the covers and spine. (B+)
$400-500
750.
Miscellaneous Books (The American Lawyer, and Business-Man’s Form Book…), Beadle, New York, 1852. 5 x 7.8”. (BW) This is the second edition which carries
the first edition copyright date on the title page, but is dated 1852 on its cover. It contains numerous double-page maps, each printed on a separate page. The map
“Utah New Mexico and California” shows a huge Gold Region with important rivers named including the Feather and American. There are numerous other state
maps, mostly from east of the Mississippi River, but also Louisiana, a nice Texas. The map of the United States shows Oregon Territory, a large Nebraska Territory
(encompassing present-day Montana, Wyoming and Colorado), and an extremely large Indian Territory. Pictorial paper boards, 8vo, quarter-leather, 359pp. Text
and maps are generally good with scattered foxing and toning. Covers are bumped and stained with the previous owner’s signature in the front endpapers. (B)
$150-180
751.
Reference Books (The English Pilot the Fourth Book), [1967]. 12.2 x 20”. (BW) Facsimile atlas of The English Pilot The Fourth Book from the Theatrum Orbis
Terrarum series published in 1967. 148 pages, with bibliographical note by Coolie Verner, and featuring 15 double-page, and 5 full-page charts of American waters.
Elephant folio, hard boards bound in cloth with dust jacket. Some soiling on covers and dust jacket. (B+)
$250-325
752.
Reference Books (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.
(A+)
$160-190
753.
Reference Books ([Lot of 2] Maps of America in Periodicals Before 1800 [and] Thompson’s Maps of Connecticut), [1989-95]. (BW)
A. Maps of America in Periodicals Before 1800, by David C. Jolly, published 1989 (6.1 x 9.0”). An excellent source for older material, this guide is comprised of
465 entries, and is indexed by place, publisher, and the periodical it came from. In the preface, the author states that “It was noticed that many dealer catalogs did
not attribute maps from 18th-century periodicals with the same accuracy as for maps from atlases.” This excellent booklet is a thorough and well executed resource
for these types of maps. 120 pages. Soft covers.
B. Thompson’s Maps of Connecticut, by Edmund Thompson, published 1995 (7.4 x 10.8”). 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. Thompson’s Maps of Connecticut is in shrink wrap. (A+)
$80-100
754.
Reference Books ([4 Volumes] Early Printed Maps of Canada 1540-1703), Kershaw, [1993-2002]. 8.8 x 11.5”. (BW) A great reference for identifying, attributing and dating maps of Canada. Complete and matching four volume set. Includes more than 1000 entries profusely illustrated and well documented. The first
volume covers maps of the 16th and 17th century. The next volumes cover the period 1703 to 1799, illustrating various regions. Hardbound in red buckram with
illustrated dust jackets. The definitive reference for early maps of Canada and the Northeast that is out of print and increasingly difficult to locate.
(+A)
$400-500
755.
Reference Books (Norwich’s Maps of Africa an Illustrated and Annotated Carto-bibliography), Norwich, [1997]. 8.6 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 <i>Age of Exploration
to modern times. Both maps of the African continent as a whole, as well as regional maps of Africa are catalogued. 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. Brand new in publisher’s
shrink wrap. (+A)
$110-140

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