Chatelain's informative World map c.1710

Heading: (World)
Author: Chatelain, Henri Abraham
Title: Mapmonde ou Description Generale du Globe Terrestre
Place Published: Amsterdam
Publisher:
Date Published: c.1710
Description: Copper-engraved double-hemisphere map of the world, later hand coloring in outline. 33.5x55 cm (13¼x21¾"), including engraved text at bottom.World map surrounded by a florid vine pattern with depictions of the sun, moon and a compass rose. California is depicted as an island. The map has an unusual version of Terres Australes Inconnues; it is shown across the entire base of the map and is connected to Australia at Nuyts Land. There is no sign of New Zealand, or any other Pacific islands, though the voyages of Drake, Cavendish, and others are shown and several ships sail the oceans. Below the map are tables of French text listing the nations of the world and geographic terms.
Condition Report: Traces from mounting tape on verso, light marginal stain lower left; very good