890 Robert Benard / James Cock - Map of Oceania - New Zealand, Queen Charlotte Sound, Totaranui
"Carte du Detroit de Cook dans la N. Zelande"
This hand-coloured engraving is from ”Relation des Voyages entrepris par ordre de Sa Majesté Britannique” James Cook’s first voyage ”Relation des Voyages entrepris par ordre de Sa Majesté Britannique”. The work was published by Jean-Nicolas-Louis Hamelin in Paris from 1778-1785.
James Cook's first voyage, from 1768 to 1771, aimed primarily to observe the transit of Venus and explore the Pacific. Departing from Plymouth, England, Cook sailed the HMS Endeavour, charting various islands and coasts, including Tahiti and New Zealand. His meticulous navigation and successful completion of scientific objectives laid the foundation for subsequent exploration in the Pacific region.
Dimensions:
30 cm x 30 cm
Artist or Maker:
Robert Benard
Medium:
Copper-plate Engraving
Date:
1778-1785
- Condition: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.
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