World map 1783 huge Sea of West Mer de l’Ouest early discoveries strange polar

Carte Generale du Globe Terrestre Construite sur les derniers Observations des ,,Sa M.T.C. et publice…1783.

Issued c. 1783, Paris. Engraved by Faure.

Scarce 18th century world map of note for the enormous and highly fictitious Sea of the West shown in the upper Northwest region of America. The eastern coastline of Australia is still pre-Capt. Cook exploration and depicted as unknown/ undefined. New Zealand also only partially delineated. Huge north pole land mass above Canada. Various tracks of 18th century discovery routes s well as discoveries of lands noted.

Original fold lines as issued.

Overall clean and attractive example, any age flaws are minor and don't detract visually.

Map still displays well and looks great, minor wrinkling or extraneous creasing as often seen on folding maps of this era.

Sheet Measures c.9 1/2" H x 13 1/4" W.

Engraved Area Measures c.8 1/2" H x 13" W.

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