26 John Hawkesworth (c. 1715–1773) and Robert Bénard (1734–c. 1794) – Map of the Society Islands and Tahiti, French Polynesia – Hand-coloured engraving (1773)
This detailed historical map shows the Society Islands and Tahiti, a group of islands in French Polynesia. The map, engraved by Robert Bénard, is a French edition from the official account of the voyages of discovery compiled by John Hawkesworth. It charts the routes of Captains Byron, Wallis, Carteret, and Cook, illustrating the geographical relationship between the islands and contributing to the European understanding of the Pacific Ocean in the late 18th century.
John Hawkesworth was an English writer and editor best known for compiling the official account of the first voyages of discovery to the Southern Hemisphere. Robert Bénard was a prolific and celebrated French engraver who contributed a vast number of plates to the Encyclopédie and other major scientific and geographical publications of his time. Their collaboration on this map represents a key moment in the history of cartography and exploration.
Artist or Maker:
John Hawkesworth and Robert Bénard
Dimensions:
Approximately 26 × 20 cm
Medium:
Hand-coloured engraving
Date:
1773
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 | 400 - 600 SEK |
| Köparprovision (inkl. moms) | 24.4% |
| Slagavgift (inkl. moms) | 6 SEK |
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