"Emisfero Terrestre Meridionale Tagliato su l'Equatore", Zatta, Antonio

Subject: South Pole
Period: 1779 (dated)
Publication: Atlante Novissimo…
Color: Hand Color
Size: 12.4 x 16.2

Based on Delisle's map, this polar projection covers from the South Pole to the equator. The voyage of Bougainville and Cook's first voyage are noted. New Zealand is completely depicted, and the coasts of Australia are becoming more defined. Engraved by Zuliani with lettering by Pitteri.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1a #8.
Condition: A
Contemporary outline color on a bright sheet with a three crescent moons watermark. There is faint toning along the centerfold.