MAP, World, Chatelain
World. Henry Abraham Chatelain, Plan de l'Histoire Universelle, ou l'on voit les Quatre Monarchies du Monde, et tous les Anciens Etats..., from Atlas Historique, 1720 (circa). Hand Color. The unique composition of this interesting map shows the entire world but emphasizes the Old World. The main map depicts the Eastern Hemisphere, into which is inset a smaller Western Hemisphere with the island of California. The map shows the extents of the Roman Empire and Alexander the Great's Empire. Below are vignettes depicting the seven wonders of the ancient world. Tables and French text surround the map.
Dimensions: 13.3 x 17.3 in
Condition Report: A crisp impression on a faintly toned sheet with an "I C H" waternark, one tiny hole in Africa, marginal soiling, and a tiny centerfold separation at bottom. Grade: A
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World. Henry Abraham Chatelain, Plan de l'Histoire Universelle, ou l'on voit les Quatre Monarchies du Monde, et tous les Anciens Etats..., from Atlas Historique, 1720 (circa). Hand Color. The unique composition of this interesting map shows the entire world but emphasizes the Old World. The main map depicts the Eastern Hemisphere, into which is inset a smaller Western Hemisphere with the island of California. The map shows the extents of the Roman Empire and Alexander the Great's Empire. Below are vignettes depicting the seven wonders of the ancient world. Tables and French text surround the map.
Dimensions: 13.3 x 17.3 in
Condition Report: A crisp impression on a faintly toned sheet with an "I C H" waternark, one tiny hole in Africa, marginal soiling, and a tiny centerfold separation at bottom. Grade: A
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