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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.

Captain J. Cook (James Cook, 1728–1779) – Map of New Zealand  - Dusky Bay - Engraved Map

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This finely engraved map titled&nbsp;Lombardia Inferior et Status Venetus&nbsp;illustrates the territories of Lower Lombardy and the Venetian Republic, encompassing regions from Milan to Venice and the Adriatic coast. The map shows administrative borders in vivid hand-coloured outlines and offers rich detail on towns, rivers, mountains, and fortresses. A classical cartouche at the top left includes a detailed architectural vignette, further enhancing the map's visual appeal. The inclusion of both the mainland and coastal territories reflects the maritime and land-based power of the Venetian Republic during the early 18th century. Christoph Weigel was a celebrated cartographer and engraver based in Nuremberg. His atlases and geographic prints are characterized by exceptional detail, fine engraving, and decorative elements. Working at the intersection of science and art, Weigel’s works played a crucial role in the cultural and geographic documentation of his time. His maps remain highly valued by collectors and historians alike for their accuracy and stylistic refinement. Artist or Maker:Christoph Weigel Dimensions:37 cm x 45 cm Medium:Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving Date:c.1720 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.

Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) – Map of Italy - the Republic of Venice and Lower Lombardy - Hand-Coloured Copperplate Engraving

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This engraved map, titled "RIVER THAMES and MERCURY BAY NEW ZEALAND", depicts the River Thames and Mercury Bay on New Zealand’s North Island’s eastern coast, as charted during Captain James Cook’s first voyage. The map includes inset charts of Baye des Isles (Bay of Islands) and Baye de Tolaga (Tolaga Bay), featuring detailed navigational elements such as soundings, anchorages, and coastal contours. Created posthumously following John Hawkesworth’s editorial work for the British Admiralty’s official expedition narrative, the map was published in the French edition of Relation des Voyages entrepris par ordre de Sa Majesté Britannique, printed in Paris by Hôtel de Thou between 1778 and 1785. Engraved by Robert Bénard, who produced most plates for the French edition, it is a significant cartographic record of Pacific exploration. Artist or Maker: Robert Bénard after John Hawkesworth Dimensions: 31 cm x 47 cm Medium: Engraved Map Date: Published 1778–1785 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.

Robert Bénard after John Hawkesworth – Map of New Zealand - the River Thames and Mercury Bay - Engraved Map

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Original German title: Andere Tafel in welcher alle gehörige Vestungs-Gebäu in unterschiedlichen Manieren der berühmtesten Ingenieurs zu finden. This detailed engraving presents a variety of fortification plans and military architectural profiles as practiced by renowned engineers such as Pagan, Vauban, and Blondel. The plate includes geometric base forms, star-shaped citadels, and complex bastion layouts, along with vertical profiles of ramparts and moats. Used for military instruction, these illustrative models demonstrated the evolution of fortress construction during the 17th and early 18th centuries and the shift toward mathematically precise, strategically effective layouts. Christoph Weigel was a prominent German engraver, publisher, and cartographer based in Nuremberg. He produced numerous works of geographical and historical importance, often characterized by their precise engraving and elegant baroque ornamentation. Weigel collaborated with scholars and artists of his time to produce educational atlases and illustrated books. His maps and diagrams are now prized for their artistic value and technical insight. Artist or Maker:Christoph Weigel Dimensions:30 cm x 24 cm Medium:Hand-Coloured Copper Engraving Date:c.1720 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.

Christoph Weigel - Fortification Designs in Various Systems - Engraving (c.1720)

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This detailed engraved map, titled "JAFFENAPATAM", depicts the historic city of Jaffna (also Jaffenapatam) in Sri Lanka. It illustrates a fortified urban plan with a grid-like layout, various buildings, and a harbor with ships. This map originates from Antoine François Prévost's "Histoire générale des voyages" (General History of Voyages), specifically from Volume II, No. 37 of its Supplement, published in 1747. The precise cartography reflects 18th-century European efforts to document key trading ports in the East Indies, crucial for navigation and colonial interests. Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703–1772) was a highly influential French cartographer, hydrographer, and geographer. He served as the first Ingénieur de la Marine and Royal Hydrographer to the King of France, responsible for producing a vast number of charts and maps that were widely regarded for their accuracy and detail. Bellin's work was instrumental in documenting global coastlines and significant urban and military centers, contributing significantly to navigation and geographical knowledge during the Age of Enlightenment. His prolific output included atlases like the Petit Atlas Maritime and maps for multi-volume travel compilations. Artist or Maker: Jacques Nicolas Bellin Dimensions: Approximately 26 cm x 20 cm Medium: Engraved Map Date: 1747 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.

Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703–1772) – Map of Sri Lanka - Jaffna / Jaffenapatam – Engraved Map (1747)

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This detailed hand-colored engraved map, titled "Ducatus CARNIOLLE accuratissima delineatio cum Principatibus Vicinis." (Duchy of Carniola, most accurate depiction with neighboring principalities), was produced by Christoph Weigel. Published in 1719, the map provides an intricate representation of Carniola (a historical region in present-day Slovenia) and its surrounding principalities, including Istria. It meticulously details mountainous terrain, river networks, numerous towns and settlements, and clearly defined political boundaries outlined in vibrant hand-coloring. This work reflects the scholarly and cartographic standards of early 18th-century German mapmaking, intended for educational use. Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) was a prominent German engraver, publisher, and cartographer based in Nuremberg. He was renowned for producing detailed atlases and maps for educational and general reference purposes, such as his Atlas Scholasticus. Weigel's work is characterized by its precision and clear presentation, contributing significantly to cartography in the early 18th century. Artist or Maker: Christoph Weigel Dimensions: Approximately 25 cm x 30 cm Medium: Hand-colored Engraved Map Date: 1719 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.

Christoph Weigel – Map of Slovenia - the Duchy of Carniola and Neighboring Principalities  - Hand-colored Engraved Map

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This original hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts Lusatia Inferior (Lower Lusatia), a historical region in southern Brandenburg, Germany. The map shows towns and settlements such as Spremberg, Senftenberg, Cottbus, Luckau, and Lübben in the Spreewald region. Rivers, forests, roadways, and territorial divisions are clearly marked, reflecting the administrative landscape of the early 18th century. The map is embellished with two ornate Baroque cartouches—one containing the title and another the mileage scale—typical of Christoph Weigel’s elegant and practical cartographic style. It was printed in Nuremberg by Johann Ernst Adelbulner in 1718 as part of the Bequemer Schul- und Reisen-Atlas (Atlas scholasticus et itinerarius), a geographic work designed for scholarly and travel use, produced in collaboration with historian Johann David Köhler. Christoph Weigel (1654–1725), also known as “Weigel the Elder,” was a prominent German engraver and cartographer whose atlases covered the political and geographic makeup of the Holy Roman Empire and neighboring regions. His maps are valued for their clarity, decorative refinement, and historical relevance. Artist or Maker: Christoph Weigel Dimensions: 36 × 45 cm Medium: Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving Date: 1718 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.

Christoph Weigel – Map of Germany - Lower Lusatia / Lusatia Inferior – Hand-Engraving

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This engraved map titled Espagne et Portugal presents the Iberian Peninsula with its major regions, mountain ranges, and coastal cities clearly delineated. It shows Spain and Portugal alongside part of southern France and the Balearic Islands, reflecting mid-18th-century European geographical understanding. The map is framed with a neat border and includes major political divisions such as Navarre, Catalonia, Andalusia, and Galicia, offering a concise yet informative cartographic view of the region. Originally issued in volume 7 of Chatelain’s Atlas Historique, this map exemplifies the Enlightenment interest in historical geography and systematic knowledge. It reflects the author’s intent to create an encyclopedic compendium combining history, genealogy, cartography, and cosmography. Though smaller in scale than his elaborate composite maps, this Iberian sheet remains a valuable artifact of early French cartographic production. Henri Abraham Chatelain was a French Huguenot pastor and cartographer, best known for his monumental work Atlas Historique, published in Amsterdam between 1705 and 1720. The atlas is considered one of the most ambitious and richly illustrated works of its time, blending visual elegance with detailed scholarship. Chatelain's work is characterized by fine engraving, informative annotation, and visual clarity. Artist or Maker:Henri Abraham Chatelain Dimensions:20.5 cm × 18.5 cm Medium:Engraving Date:1743 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.

Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684–1743) – Map of Spain and Portugal - Engraving

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This hand-colored map depicts Upper Lusatia (Lusatia Superior), a historical region in eastern Saxony near the borders of Poland and Bohemia. The engraving features the towns of Hoyerswerda, Bautzen, Zittau, and Görlitz, as well as rivers, forests, roads, and administrative boundaries. The map is adorned with two decorative cartouches—one for the title and one for the scale of miles—typical of early 18th-century German cartographic design. Engraved by Christoph Weigel and printed in Nuremberg by Johann Ernst Adelbulner in 1718, the map was included in the Bequemer Schul- und Reisen-Atlas, also known as the Atlas scholasticus et itinerarius. This educational and travel atlas was compiled in collaboration with historian and professor Johann David Köhler and is known for its clear layout and elegant artistry. Christoph Weigel (1654–1725), known as “Weigel the Elder,” was a prominent engraver and mapmaker whose works documented the geography of the Holy Roman Empire and beyond. His atlases combined functional detail with artistic refinement and were widely used for both scholarly and practical purposes in the early 18th century. Artist or Maker: Christoph Weigel Dimensions: 36 × 45 cm Medium: Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving Date: 1718 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.

Christoph Weigel – Map of Germany and Poland  - Upper Lusatia / Lusatia Superior – Hand-Colored Copperplate Engraving

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This hand-colored map by Johann Christoph Weigel presents the historical duchy of Styria (Steiermark), a region in present-day Austria and Slovenia. The map is divided into Upper and Lower Styria and shows towns, rivers, and mountain ranges in meticulous detail. The lower left corner features an elaborate allegorical cartouche depicting miners and classical figures, referencing the region’s economic and cultural identity, especially its mineral resources and alpine geography. The engraving is from Weigel’s Bequemer Schul- und Reisen-Atlas, an educational and travel-oriented atlas. Johann Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) was a Nuremberg-based engraver and publisher known for his collaborations with the scholar Johann David Köhler. His atlases combined practical geography with refined baroque engraving, becoming standard tools for travelers and educators in the early 18th century. Weigel's maps are especially noted for their decorative cartouches and clean, legible layouts. Artist or Maker:Johann Christoph Weigel Dimensions:29 cm x 35 cm Medium:Hand-Colored Engraving Date:Early 18th Century 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.