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Fine Art. Antique Prints, Maps and Drawings / 14-02-2026, 18:00 CET

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"Nouvelle Hollande" This map displays the Australian continent, referred to as New Holland, and the surrounding islands of Central Oceania as understood in the early nineteenth century. The hand-coloured etching features a decorative title vignette in the lower left corner depicting an indigenous figure with a spear alongside a kangaroo and a dingo in a coastal landscape. This cartographic work was published in the Precis de la Geographie Universelle, a comprehensive geographical atlas printed in Paris by Francois Buisson. Conrad Malte-Brun was a Danish-French geographer and journalist who became one of the most significant figures in nineteenth-century cartography. After being exiled from Denmark for his political writings, he settled in Paris where he co-founded the Societe de Geographie. He spent much of his career producing the monumental Universal Geography series which sought to provide a detailed and systematic description of every region in the world. His maps are noted for their scientific rigour and their integration of contemporary political borders with physical topographical features. Artist or Maker: Conrad Malte-Brun. Dimensions: Approximately 38 cm x 27 cm. Medium: Etching. Date: 1812. 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.

Conrad Malte-Brun (1775-1826) – Map of Australia – Oceania – Etching (1812)

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"Mappe-Monde sur Diverses Projections" This hand-coloured engraving presents a comprehensive study of the world through multiple cartographic perspectives. The central focus consists of two large eastern and western hemispheres, while the surrounding composition features six smaller inset maps showing the globe from the north and south poles, Mercator projections, and other mathematical variations. At the top center, a decorative allegorical vignette depicts figures representing different continents gathered around a banner, situated within a tropical landscape with a palm tree. This plate was published in the Précis de la Géographie Universelle, printed in Paris by Aimé André. Conrad Malte-Brun was a Danish-French geographer and prolific writer who is considered a central figure in the development of modern geographical science. After being exiled from Denmark for his political views, he settled in Paris where he co-founded the Société de Géographie and began his monumental work, the Précis de la Géographie Universelle. His approach combined rigorous physical geography with ethnography and history, aiming to provide a complete description of the known world. Malte-Brun's publications were translated into numerous languages and remained the definitive geographical references for scholars and educators throughout much of the nineteenth century. Artist or Maker: Conrad Malte-Brun. Dimensions: Approximately 37 cm x 54 cm. Medium: Engraving (Hand-coloured). Date: 1837. 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.

Conrad Malte-Brun (1775-1826) – World Map on Various Projections – World – Engraving (Hand-coloured) (1837)

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"Carte de la N.lle Zelande visitee en 1769 et 1770 par le Lieutenant J. Cook Commandant de l'Endeavour" This engraving presents a detailed hydrographic chart of the North and South Islands of New Zealand, representing the first complete coastal survey of the archipelago by a European expedition. The map features the track of the HMS Endeavour as it circumnavigated the islands, with numerous soundings, navigational hazards, and coastal landmarks recorded. A significant explanatory text block in the upper right corner details the symbols used for rocks and shoals, while a large compass rose indicates the orientation of the chart. This plate was published in the French edition of James Cook's voyages, translated by Jean-Baptiste-Antoine Suard and printed in Paris. James Cook was a British naval captain, navigator, and cartographer who achieved global fame for his three voyages of discovery to the Pacific Ocean. During his first voyage, he spent six months charting the coast of New Zealand, proving it consisted of two main islands separated by the strait that now bears his name. Cook was accompanied by scientific illustrators and botanists who documented the landscapes, flora, fauna, and cultural inhabitants encountered during the expedition. His charts were revolutionary for their accuracy and scientific rigor, utilizing advanced surveying techniques and the newest navigational instruments of the eighteenth century. Cook's legacy remains a central, though complex, element in the history of maritime exploration and global geography. Artist or Maker: James Cook. Dimensions: Approximately 42 cm x 54 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 1774. 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.

James Cook (1728-1779) – Map of New Zealand – New Zealand – Engraving (1774)

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"Provinciae, Regionis Galliae, vera exactissimaq. descriptio" This engraving presents a detailed topographical map of the Provence region in southeastern France, extending from the Rhone river to the borders of Italy and the Mediterranean coast. The cartography delineates the rugged coastal geography, including major ports such as Marseille and Toulon, alongside the mountainous interior and fertile valleys. The landscape is populated with numerous fortified towns, villages, and river systems rendered with precision. The composition is notable for its elaborate decorative elements, including a large architectural title cartouche in the upper left corner and a sea featuring several sailing vessels, including a prominent galleon and a smaller lateen-rigged boat. This work was published in the Theatrum Orbis Terrarum, sive Atlas Novus, printed in Amsterdam by Guiljelmus Blaeu. Pierre-Jean Bompar was a French physician and geographer based in Draguignan who is primarily remembered for his significant contributions to the cartography of Provence. His regional survey, first produced in the late sixteenth century, became the definitive geographic record of the area and was subsequently adopted and refined by the major Dutch publishing houses of the seventeenth century. Bompar's work was highly valued for its accuracy in representing the complex topography and urban distribution of the French south. His maps served as the primary source for the Provence plates in the monumental atlases of both the Blaeu and Janssonius firms. His legacy persists through these widely circulated engravings which remained the standard reference for the region for several decades. Artist or Maker: Pierre-Jean Bompar. Dimensions: Approximately 42 cm x 62 cm. Medium: Engraving. Date: 1635. 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.

Pierre-Jean Bompar (1591-1660) – Map of Provence – France – Engraving (1635)

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This elegant 18th-century world map presents a global view of the continents, oceans, and major regions as understood in the Enlightenment period. The map is labeled in French and shows Europe, Africa, Asia, the Americas, and Australia (Nouvelle Hollande), along with important seas, trade routes, and geographical landmarks.Notable historical features include early depictions of North America, South America, Greenland, Japan, China, and Southeast Asia, as well as period naming such as Tartarie, Nouvelle Hollande, and Terre de Feu. The oceans are clearly marked, including the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific Oceans, with latitude and longitude gridlines enhancing both scientific and navigational value.An inset map at the lower left shows the Island of St. Helena (Carte de l’Isle Ste. Hélène), adding historical and colonial interest—particularly relevant due to St. Helena’s later association with Napoleon’s exile.Rendered in refined copper engraving, this map is a fine example of French Enlightenment cartography, combining decorative clarity with educational and historical significance. It is ideal for collectors of antique world maps, maritime history, or 18th-century geographic prints.Artist or Maker: Bonne (French cartographer) Medium: Copper engraving Date: Circa late 18th century Dimensions: 16 x 29 cm

Bonne (fl. 18th century) – World Map (Carte du Monde) – Antique Engraving