Antique Maps & Prints of Natural History, Botanicals, & More
Lot 3845:
Description
Included in this lot:
Flora & Fauna of the Antilles Islands or West Indies
Views of Saint Kitts or Saint Christopher as well as Animals of the Antilles Islands or West Indies
Chart or Map of th Antille Islands or West Indies
Description of the work:
This historic engraving is from Henri Abraham Chatelain’s
Atlas Historique. The work was published by the author in Amsterdam between 1718 and 1720.
The text was compiled by Gueudeville & Garillon. The maps were completed by Chatelain with some influenced by Guillaume de l’Isle’s work.
Atlas Historique was a highly ambitious and groundbreaking work covering genealogy, cosmography, topography, heraldry, and chronology. It was intended for the general public and the increased fascination with the recently conquered colonies and the new discoveries. Chatelain’s maps are an outstanding example of the golden age of French mapmaking.
Paper Size: ~ 21 1/2" by 18" (Fold Out)
Paper Type or Special Features: Engraving
Condition report:
The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.
Share this lot:
