25 Captain James Cook (1728–1779) – Map of Easter Island – Engraved Map (1777)
This detailed engraved map, titled "EASTER ISLAND.", depicts the remote Pacific island of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), showcasing its outline and topographical features, including a central compass rose and a scale bar. Published in 1777 by W. Strahan and T. Cadell in London, this chart originates from the official accounts of Captain James Cook's second voyage (1772–1775), during which Easter Island was visited. It reflects the meticulous cartographic work and scientific ambition characteristic of 18th-century European exploration in Oceania.
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, greatly advancing European understanding of world geography. T. Cadell (1742–1802) was a prominent London bookseller and publisher who, along with William Strahan, was responsible for issuing many significant works of the late 18th century, including the official narratives of Cook's voyages.
Artist or Maker: Captain James Cook
Dimensions: Approximately 20 cm x 25 cm
Medium: Engraved Map
Date: 1777
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