Map of the Moon - Moon with Craters, Mountains and Seas; William Derham - Map of the Moon with Craters, Mountains and Seas (18th C.) - 18th century
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Selected by Ilaria Colombo
Specialist in old books, specialising in theological disputes since 1999.
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William Derham’s 18th-century, hand-coloured copper engraving depicts the Moon’s visible face, with craters, mountain ranges and maria.
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Description from the seller
"Lunar Surface Map" is an engraved map of the visible face of the Moon, showing craters, mountain ranges and the dark plains of the maria, shaded to suggest relief, within a ruled border. The plate is finished in hand colour.
Engraved maps of the Moon of this kind accompanied 18th-century works on astronomy and natural theology, which used the telescope's discoveries to describe the heavens to a wide readership.
William Derham (1657-1735) was an English clergyman and natural philosopher, Fellow of the Royal Society, best known for his Physico-Theology and Astro-Theology.
Artist or Maker: William Derham
Dimensions: Approximately 21 cm x 19 cm (8.3 in x 7.5 in)
Medium: Hand-coloured copperplate engraving
Date: 18th Century
SKU: LADHC3010
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We are happy to combine multiple purchases into one shipment, helping you save on shipping costs. Please contact us before making payment so that we can calculate and adjust the shipping cost accordingly.
All items are professionally packed and shipped from France by Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE) on behalf of Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ, Estonia.
Every shipment is fully insured and sent exclusively via UPS or FedEx, with tracking provided after dispatch.
We handle every shipment with the utmost care, ensuring that our antique prints, maps and rare books arrive safely and in the condition described.
Seller's Story
Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ specialises in original antique prints, maps, natural history, botanical illustrations, decorative engravings and rare books from the 16th to the 20th century. We source our items from private collections, auctions and libraries across Europe. All items are carefully described, professionally packed and shipped from France.
"Lunar Surface Map" is an engraved map of the visible face of the Moon, showing craters, mountain ranges and the dark plains of the maria, shaded to suggest relief, within a ruled border. The plate is finished in hand colour.
Engraved maps of the Moon of this kind accompanied 18th-century works on astronomy and natural theology, which used the telescope's discoveries to describe the heavens to a wide readership.
William Derham (1657-1735) was an English clergyman and natural philosopher, Fellow of the Royal Society, best known for his Physico-Theology and Astro-Theology.
Artist or Maker: William Derham
Dimensions: Approximately 21 cm x 19 cm (8.3 in x 7.5 in)
Medium: Hand-coloured copperplate engraving
Date: 18th Century
SKU: LADHC3010
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Shipping & Combined Purchases:
We are happy to combine multiple purchases into one shipment, helping you save on shipping costs. Please contact us before making payment so that we can calculate and adjust the shipping cost accordingly.
All items are professionally packed and shipped from France by Mail Boxes Etc. (MBE) on behalf of Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ, Estonia.
Every shipment is fully insured and sent exclusively via UPS or FedEx, with tracking provided after dispatch.
We handle every shipment with the utmost care, ensuring that our antique prints, maps and rare books arrive safely and in the condition described.
Seller's Story
Dahlströms Rare Prints OÜ specialises in original antique prints, maps, natural history, botanical illustrations, decorative engravings and rare books from the 16th to the 20th century. We source our items from private collections, auctions and libraries across Europe. All items are carefully described, professionally packed and shipped from France.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Number of objects
1
Country
Map of the Moon
Geographical specification
Moon with Craters, Mountains and Seas
Map maker/publisher
William Derham
Designer/artist/maker
William Derham (1657–1735)
Map/book title
Map of the Moon with Craters, Mountains and Seas (18th C.)
Period
18th century
Condition
Good
Technique
Copper engraving
Additional Information
Unframed
Map colour
Contemporary hand colour
Height
21 cm
Width
19 cm
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