World map w/discoveries incomplete Australia & NZ c.1760s engraved hand colored

A New map of the World on Mercator‘s projection.

Issued c. 1759-80, London. Engraved by Prinald.

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

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

Sheet measures c. 8 3/4" H x 13 1/4"W.

Engraved area measures c. 7 1/4" H x 11" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):

Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2.

R36637