Price: $75.00
SKU: 95653
ARTIST: Jacques Bellin
PUBLISHER: Published by Jean Francois de La Harpe, Paris.
MEDIUM: Copper plate engraving
DATE: 1758.
EDITION SIZE: Image 7 7/8 x 12" (19.9 x 30.3 cm).
DESCRIPTION: "Carte de L'Isle de la Martinique" by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, published in 1758, is a masterfully detailed map from Prevost's "L'Histoire Generale des Voyages." As the first Ingenieur Hydrographe de la Marine and the Official Hydrographer to the French King, Bellin was a key figure in French cartography during the eighteenth century. <br><br> This map not only captures the intricate geography of Martinique but also highlights its economic and strategic significance during a period of intense colonial competition in the Caribbean. The accuracy and detailed rendering of the island's ports and fortifications reflect the meticulous work of Bellin, making this print an essential resource for understanding the maritime history and colonial dynamics of the time. Its combination of precision and historical value makes it a standout piece for collectors and historians alike.
ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 10.5 x 14.5 inch archival mylar for handling.
CONDITION: Good condition. B/W
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