World showing recent discoveries planisphere 1865 Erhard engraved hand color map

Planisphere pour..des Decouvertes Moderns depuis le X.e Siecle..

World showing modern discovers since the 10th century.

Publ. 1865, Paris by Hachette. Engraved by Erhard.

Uncommon mid-19th century engraved map with original hand color. Inset plan at bottom focuses on the Caribbean islands.

Color coded key lower left shows which countries "discovered" which places.

Clean, fine condition, original centerfold.

Sheet measures c. 9 1/2” x 11 3/8”

Printed area c. 7 5/8” x 10 1/4”

B15635