Cartographer:
BONNE, Rigobert
Title:
Carte de la NOUVELLE ZEELANDE
Stock Code:
2846
Method:
Copper engraving
Colouring:
Later colour
Atlas:
Bonne & Desmarest’s Atlas Encyclopaedique
Size: (W x H):
23.5cm x 34cm
9½ inches x 13½ inches
Date:
1778
Price:
£895
An early map of New Zealand showing the coast in some detail with numerous depth soundings to North Island and the route taken by Captain Cooke.The charting of the coast is complete apart from a small sections, mainly in South Island.Four inset maps of Riviere se la Tamise, Baye de Tolaga, Baye des Isles and Detroit de Cook. Ref:Tooley, Printed Maps of Australia 235
The map itself is in fine condition, but there are a couple of spots on the ample margins, not affecting the map. The edges are attractively uncut.