France - World map; Didier Robert de Vaugondy - MAPPE-MONDE ou CARTE GÉNÉRALE - 1761-1780
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French-language world map titled “MAPPE-MONDE ou CARTE GÉNÉRALE”, engraved in copper by Didier Robert de Vaugondy and referring to Captain Cook’s discoveries.
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From my mother's private collection, a historical world map (Mappe-Monde) in French.
Title: MAPPE-MONDE ou CARTE GÉNÉRALE de toutes les Parties connues de la Surface du Globe...
Cartographer / Author: Didier Robert de Vaugondy (Geographe du Roi de France).
Content: The map shows a Mercator or cylindrical projection of the Earth. In the cartouche at the bottom left, there is explicit reference to the discoveries of Captain James Cook ("...Où se trouvent les N.es Découvertes du Capt. Cook...").
Dating: Created in the late 18th century (ca. 1780–1790).
Condition: The map is in an age-appropriate condition with corresponding signs of wear. Please note the condition based on the numerous photos.
Important note:
The photos are part of the item description and show the actual condition of the offered map. Please examine all photos carefully before purchase.
From my mother's private collection, a historical world map (Mappe-Monde) in French.
Title: MAPPE-MONDE ou CARTE GÉNÉRALE de toutes les Parties connues de la Surface du Globe...
Cartographer / Author: Didier Robert de Vaugondy (Geographe du Roi de France).
Content: The map shows a Mercator or cylindrical projection of the Earth. In the cartouche at the bottom left, there is explicit reference to the discoveries of Captain James Cook ("...Où se trouvent les N.es Découvertes du Capt. Cook...").
Dating: Created in the late 18th century (ca. 1780–1790).
Condition: The map is in an age-appropriate condition with corresponding signs of wear. Please note the condition based on the numerous photos.
Important note:
The photos are part of the item description and show the actual condition of the offered map. Please examine all photos carefully before purchase.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Manufacturer/brand
Geograph des französischen König
Number of objects
1
Country
France
Geographical specification
World map
Map maker/publisher
Didier Robert de Vaugondy
Designer/artist/maker
Didier Robert de Vaugondy
Map/book title
MAPPE-MONDE ou CARTE GÉNÉRALE
Period
1761-1780
Condition
Good
Technique
Copper engraving
Additional Information
On the reverse side there are handwritten notes and numbers.
Height
44 cm
Width
56.5 cm
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