World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific
World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific World in hemispheres discoveries map c.1760s Rollos engraved unexplored Pacific
$ 450.00

An Accurate map of the World drawn from the best authorities.

Issued c. 1759-80, London. Engraved by G. Rollos.

Attractive engraved mid-18th century map with lovely hand color.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, faint minor spotting, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Great looking c. 250 year old map suitable for display.

Note the incomplete partial outline of Australia, including only partial outlines for New Zealand and Van Diemen's land as well. Northwest coast of America undefined with notes of early discoveries, including a partial "de Gama's Land" mythical island nearby.

Sheet measures c. 9" H x 14"W.

Engraved area measures c. 6" H x 11 1/8" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):

Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 4.

R36646