Lot 752
"Carte Generale", c. 1780s. This magnificently detailed full world map documents the voyages of Captain James Cook, while helming the Endeavour from 1768 to 1771, the premier voyage of de la Resolution from 1771 to 1775 and its second voyage from 1775 to 1780. Museum matted and framed to an overall size of 45 x 32". Exhibits horizontal and vertical folds, very minor foxing along bottom center. Very Good.
Estimated Value $600 - 800.
As with many of the maps of this period, the state of California is separated from North America by a body of water. In this case it's rendered as a peninsula.
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| Realized $460 |
