3 James Cook (1728–1779) – Porto Praya in Santiago Island, Cape Verde – Engraving (1777)
This precise engraving presents a detailed nautical chart of "PORT PRAYA in the ISLAND ST. JAGO, one of the CAPE DE VERDS" (Porto Praia in Santiago Island, Cape Verde). The chart meticulously outlines the coastal features of the bay, complete with numerous soundings indicating water depths, essential for safe navigation. A central compass rose provides directional orientation, and a scale bar allows for accurate distance measurement. This print, published as part of the official accounts of his voyages, served as a vital navigational aid, documenting a key port of call for vessels engaged in transatlantic journeys during the 18th century.
James Cook was a legendary British explorer, navigator, and cartographer whose voyages of discovery profoundly reshaped the world's geographical knowledge. His expeditions, including those that traversed the Atlantic, led to the creation of highly accurate charts and detailed observations. These invaluable contributions were then compiled and published in the official accounts of his voyages, making them indispensable resources for future maritime navigation and the scientific understanding of newly explored regions.
Artist or Maker: James Cook
Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 18 cm
Medium: Engraving
Date: 1777
Condition Report:
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