One of the most decorative maps of Australia
CASSINI, Giovanni Maria.
La Nuova Olanda e la Nuova Guinea.
Rome, 1798. Original colour. 365 x 490mm.
A rare map of Australia and New Guinea, from the 'Nuovo Atlante Geografico Universale'. The emphasis of the map is the charting of Captain Cook down the east coast: most of the marked features are those named by Cook and his crew between the Torres Strait and Tasmania, which is shown as part of the mainland. The title is within a decorative title cartouche with two aborigines, one of whom strangely carries a bow.
Stock ID : 15664
SOLD
To see similar items click here
One of the most decorative maps of Australia
CASSINI, Giovanni Maria.
La Nuova Olanda e la Nuova Guinea.
Rome, 1798. Original colour. 365 x 490mm.
A rare map of Australia and New Guinea, from the 'Nuovo Atlante Geografico Universale'. The emphasis of the map is the charting of Captain Cook down the east coast: most of the marked features are those named by Cook and his crew between the Torres Strait and Tasmania, which is shown as part of the mainland. The title is within a decorative title cartouche with two aborigines, one of whom strangely carries a bow.
Stock ID : 15664
SOLD
To see similar items click here
Altea Antique Maps & Charts
Altea Gallery Ltd, 35 St George Street
London
W1S 2FN
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 20 7491 0010
info@alteagallery.com
Sitemap :
+44 20 7491 0010
