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.

Värdering	300 - 400 SEK
Köparprovision (inkl. moms)	24.4%
Slagavgift (inkl. moms)	6 SEK

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30 Captain J. Cook (James Cook, 1728–1779) – Map of Dusky Bay, New Zealand (A Sketch of Dusky Bay in New Zeeland) – Engraved Map (1777)