Vintage Voyage Map, French, After Henri Chatelain, Americas, Framed Cartography
Stock no. 26004
Delivery price for this piece
| UK mainland | Free |
|---|---|
| Europe | £132 |
| USA, Canada & Mexico | £258 |
| Rest of the world | £318 |
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Our Stock # 26004
This is a vintage voyage map of the Americas. A French, framed reproduction of the early 18th century original by Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684 - 1743), dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1960.
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- Charming reproduction of the profusely detailed original, first published circa 1719
- The depiction of the Pacific and Atlantic voyage routes appeared in Chatelain's Atlas Historique
- Shows North and South America, the Western coast of Africa and East Asia
- Illustrative vignettes present profuse detail alongside many annotations
- Printed on quality paper, offering a warm parchment hue
- Mounted and displayed behind clear glazing, within a tasteful later frame
- Dressed to the rear with mounting wire, ready to hang and enjoy
- In good order throughout, consistent with tasteful vintage presentation
This is a charming vintage reproduction of Henri Chatelain's iconic voyage map, offering fine decorative appeal and historical cartographic interest. Delivered ready to display.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 82cm (32.25'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 57.5cm (22.75'')
Map Width: 69.5cm (27.25'')
Map Height: 39.5cm (15.5'')