229 - THE AMERICAS AND THE PACIFIC

THE AMERICAS AND THE PACIFIC CHATELAIN (HENRI ABRAHAM) A very curious map of the South Sea, containing new and very useful observations not only on the ports and islands of this sea, but also on the principal countries of both North and South America, with the names and itinerary of the travelers who made the journey, large engraved hand-colored wall map on 4 joined sheets, mounted, cropped to the image plate, faded along the fold where tape was removed, toned [Tooley p.130], 820 x 143 mm. (total dimensions), framed, [Amsterdam, 1719, or later] Footnotes: Centered on the Americas, this map stretches from eastern Asia all the way to western Europe, adorned with over 35 vignettes and inset scenes highlighting various regions of the New World. Above the map, a cluster of medallions honors prominent explorers (such as Columbus and Vespucci), while detailed border illustrations surrounding the main view depict major areas of interest and cityscape panoramas. Notably, California is depicted as an island, though a note acknowledges growing skepticism by stating that several authorities considered it part of the mainland. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: # W # A reduced VAT rate of 5.5% will be charged on the buyer’s premium. This is subject to change by the government, and the rate payable will be the rate in effect on the date of the sale. For books, the buyer’s premium is subject to a reduced VAT rate of 5.5%. This rate is subject to change by French authorities, and the rate payable will be the rate in effect on the date of the sale. W The lot is bulky or has characteristics that require it to be picked up at a designated warehouse. Please refer to the section “Post-Auction Pickup and Storage of Artworks” for more details. Please note that transfer and storage fees will apply to any lot not collected within 14 days of the sale date. Starting on the 15th day following the sale, storage fees will be the buyer’s responsibility. For further information on this lot, please visit Bonhams.com