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This detailed woodcut print, titled "Der Grau Rußach mit sampt dem Schloß Heidelberg so fleissigst nach jeztiger Gelegenhait conterf.ect." (The Grey Rußach with Heidelberg Castle so diligently depicted according to its present location), originates from Sebastian Münster's monumental work, "Cosmographia Universalis" (Universal Cosmography). First appearing in the 1550 edition, this panoramic view captures the city of Heidelberg with its iconic castle, nestled amidst a mountainous landscape with vineyards and a river. The illustration showcases the urban layout and the surrounding natural environment, exemplifying Renaissance-era city views that blended topographical accuracy with artistic detail to document significant European locations. Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) was a highly influential German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar. He is best known for his "Cosmographia Universalis," first published in 1544, which was one of the earliest and most popular German-language descriptions of the world. Münster's work combined geographical and historical information with ethnographic details and city views, making it a foundational text in the development of modern geography and cartography. The woodcuts in his Cosmographia were produced by various artists under his direction. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 34 cm x 40 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: 1550 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Map of Heidelberg Castle and Surrounding Landscape – Woodcut (1550)

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This detailed woodcut print, titled "Weissenburg mit umbliegender Landschaft, das allernechest nach aller Gelegenhait Contrafact." (Weissenburg with surrounding landscape, most accurately depicted according to its location), originates from Sebastian Münster's monumental work, "Cosmographia Universalis" (Universal Cosmography). Published in a 1598 edition, this panoramic view captures the city of Weissenburg in Bavaria, Germany, with intricate detail, showing its urban layout, fortifications, and the surrounding hilly landscape. This print exemplifies Renaissance-era city views, blending accurate topographical representation with artistic detail to document important European urban centers and their environments. Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) was a highly influential German cartographer, cosmographer, and Hebrew scholar. He is best known for his "Cosmographia Universalis," first published in 1544, which was one of the earliest and most popular German-language descriptions of the world. Münster's work combined geographical and historical information with ethnographic details and city views, making it a foundational text in the development of modern geography and cartography. The woodcuts in his Cosmographia were produced by various artists under his direction or by later engravers for subsequent editions. Artist or Maker: Sebastian Münster Dimensions: Approximately 34 cm x 40 cm Medium: Woodcut Date: 1598 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Sebastian Münster (1488–1552) – Map of Weissenburg – Woodcut (1598)

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This engraved map, titled "RIVER THAMES and MERCURY BAY NEW ZEALAND", depicts the River Thames and Mercury Bay on New Zealand’s North Island’s eastern coast, as charted during Captain James Cook’s first voyage. The map includes inset charts of Baye des Isles (Bay of Islands) and Baye de Tolaga (Tolaga Bay), featuring detailed navigational elements such as soundings, anchorages, and coastal contours. Created posthumously following John Hawkesworth’s editorial work for the British Admiralty’s official expedition narrative, the map was published in the French edition of Relation des Voyages entrepris par ordre de Sa Majesté Britannique, printed in Paris by Hôtel de Thou between 1778 and 1785. Engraved by Robert Bénard, who produced most plates for the French edition, it is a significant cartographic record of Pacific exploration. Artist or Maker: Robert Bénard after John Hawkesworth Dimensions: 31 cm x 47 cm Medium: Engraved Map Date: Published 1778–1785 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Robert Bénard after John Hawkesworth – Map of the River Thames and Mercury Bay, New Zealand – Engraved Map (Published 1778–1785)

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This detailed 18th-century Dutch engraving presents a fortified layout of the Fortress of Coylan (now Kollam), located on the Malabar Coast of India. The plan illustrates a bastion-style fortification with detailed annotations for defensive structures, internal roads, trees, and buildings. The inset cross-section above shows the elevation of the fort’s walls, while the surrounding coastal waters feature Dutch sailing vessels, emphasizing the VOC’s maritime power in the region. The engraving was created under the direction of Jacobus van der Schley, a Dutch engraver known for his work on the French travel account Histoire Générale des Voyages, edited by Antoine-François Prévost. The print was published by Pieter de Hondt, an influential printer and bookseller active in The Hague during the mid-18th century. Together, they produced some of the most accurate and decorative maps and views of the Dutch colonial world. Artist or Maker:Jacobus van der Schley (direxit), Pieter de Hondt (publisher) Dimensions:34 × 41 cm Medium:Copperplate Engraving Date:c.1750s Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Jacobus van der Schley (1715–1779) after – Ground Plan of the Fortress of Coylan - Copperplate Engraving - c.1750s

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This detailed engraved map, titled "CARTE DU DISTRICT DE TRASQUEBAR" (Map of the District of Tranquebar), originates from Antoine François Prévost's "Histoire générale des voyages" (General History of Voyages). Published in 1758 as part of Supplement to Volume X, No. 40, this map provides an intricate representation of the district around Tranquebar (present-day Tharangambadi), a historical Danish colonial settlement in India. It meticulously illustrates the region's river networks, agricultural fields, and various settlements, with a detailed legend explaining its features. This map reflects 18th-century European cartographic efforts to document colonial territories in the East Indies. Antoine François Prévost (1697–1763), often referred to as Abbé Prévost, was a prominent French novelist, journalist, and historian. He is best known for compiling and editing the monumental 20-volume "Histoire générale des voyages," which brought together a vast collection of travel accounts from various explorers. This work was richly illustrated with maps and prints, playing a significant role in disseminating knowledge about the world's geography, cultures, and natural wonders in 18th-century Europe. Artist or Maker: Antoine François Prévost Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraved Map Date: 1758 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Antoine François Prévost (1697–1763) – Map of the District of Tranquebar (Carte du District de Trasquebar) – Engraved Map (1758)

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This finely detailed copperplate engraving depicts the Archbishopric and Electorate of Trier with intricate cartographic accuracy, featuring topographic details, settlements, rivers, and borders typical of 18th-century Dutch cartography. The ornamental cartouche is decorated with classical figures and heraldic elements, adding artistic value to the scientific content. The map is a significant example of Ferdinand de Wit’s contribution to the mapping of Germanic regions during the period. Ferdinand de Wit was an 18th-century Dutch cartographer and engraver renowned for his precise and elegant maps, which have been widely appreciated for both their scientific and aesthetic qualities. Artist or Maker:Ferdinand de Wit Dimensions:52 cm x 60 cm Medium:Copperplate engraving Date:c. 18th century Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Ferdinand de Wit (active 18th century) – Large Map of the Archbishopric of Trier

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This detailed engraved nautical chart, titled "SKETCH of the MARQUESAS de MENDOÇA.", depicts the Marquesas Islands in French Polynesia. Created during Captain James Cook's voyages, this chart was published in 1777. It meticulously illustrates the islands' coastlines, with relief shown by hachures, and includes depths indicated by soundings. An inset map at the lower left provides a closer view of Resolution Bay or Port Madre de Dios. The map reflects the precision and scientific ambition of 18th-century Pacific exploration and hydrography. Captain James Cook (1728–1779) was a distinguished British naval officer, navigator, and explorer. He led three celebrated voyages of discovery to the Pacific Ocean, significantly contributing to cartography and geographical knowledge. His expeditions accurately charted vast areas of the Pacific, including parts of New Zealand, Australia, and numerous Pacific Islands, greatly advancing European understanding of world geography. Artist or Maker: Captain James Cook Dimensions: Approximately 30 cm x 24 cm Medium: Engraved Nautical Chart Date: 1777 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Captain James Cook (1728–1779) – Map of the Marquesas de Mendoza (Sketch of the Marquesas de Mendoza) – Engraved Nautical Chart (1777)

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This finely executed copperplate engraving depicts the Dutch fort at Cananoor (present-day Kannur, Kerala, India), a key military and trading post along the Malabar Coast. The plan presents a highly detailed topographical layout of the fortress, complete with bastions, internal buildings, roads, and cultivated grounds. An inset elevation view of the fortifications adds dimensional clarity to the architectural drawing. The print was engraved by Jakob van der Schley, a prominent 18th-century Dutch engraver and pupil of Bernard Picart. Van der Schley was especially known for his contributions to the Dutch edition of Histoire générale des voyages, a monumental travel and exploration compendium compiled by Antoine-François Prévost. His engravings are marked by technical precision, legibility, and faithful adherence to original source material, often redrawn from French prototypes. Artist or Maker: Jakob van der Schley Dimensions: 34 x 43 cm Medium: Copperplate Engraving Date: c.1750 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Jakob van der Schley (1715–1779) – Cananoor – Dutch Fort Plan – Copperplate Engraving - c.1750

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This detailed engraved maritime chart, produced by J. van Braam and Gerard onder de Linden, features a dense network of rhumb lines essential for navigation. The map meticulously illustrates a section of the Malay Peninsula coastline, including Malacca, and parts of Sumatra, along with specific locations such as Pedang. This chart originates from François Valentijn’s monumental work, "Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën" (Old and New East-India), published between 1724 and 1726, and reflects the advanced hydrographic knowledge and meticulous detail characteristic of 18th-century Dutch cartography of the East Indies. J. van Braam and Gerard onder de Linden were prominent Dutch publishers and booksellers based in Dordrecht and Amsterdam in the early 18th century. They are primarily known for their collaboration in publishing François Valentijn's comprehensive "Oud en Nieuw Oost-Indiën," which included a vast collection of maps and views of the Dutch East Indies. Their work significantly contributed to the dissemination of geographical and colonial knowledge during the period. Artist or Maker: J. van Braam &amp; Gerard onder de Linden Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraved Map Date: 1726 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

J. van Braam & Gerard onder de Linden – Maritime Chart of the Malacca and Sumatra Coast – Engraved Map (1726)

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J. van Braam & Gerard onder de Linden – Maritime Chart of the Malacca – Engraved Map (1726)

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This detailed engraved map, titled "A SKETCH of DUSKY BAY in NEW ZEELAND. 1773.", was created by Captain James Cook. Published in 1777 as part of the official accounts of Cook's Second Voyage, the map provides a precise hydrographic representation of Dusky Bay, a complex fiord system on New Zealand's South Island. It meticulously illustrates a network of waterways, numerous islands (including Resolution Island), and intricate coastlines, with a small inset map of Pickersgill's Harbour. The chart, surveyed in 1773, is a testament to Cook's cartographic skill and the scientific ambition of 18th-century Pacific exploration. Captain James Cook (1728–1779) was a distinguished British naval officer, navigator, and explorer. He led three celebrated voyages of discovery to the Pacific Ocean, significantly contributing to cartography and geographical knowledge. His expeditions accurately charted vast areas of the Pacific, including New Zealand, greatly advancing European understanding of world geography. Artist or Maker: Captain J. Cook (James Cook) Dimensions: Approximately 20 cm x 25 cm Medium: Engraved Map Date: 1777 Condition Report:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.