Price: SOLD
SKU: 87090
ARTIST: J. H. Colton
PUBLISHER: Published by J.H. Colton and Company, New York.
MEDIUM: Engraving handcolored,
DATE: 1855-1860
EDITION SIZE: Image size 17 1/2 x 26" (44.4 x 66 cm).
DESCRIPTION: "Colton's Map of the World on Mercator's Projection" is a meticulously engraved and aesthetically appealing world map featured in "Colton's Atlas of the World." This map is notable for depicting the routes of various significant exploratory voyages, including those undertaken by Captain James Cook, George Vancouver, and Jean-François de Galaup, comte de La Pérouse. These detailed tracings provide a visual narration of the journeys that shaped the geographical understanding of the 18th and 19th centuries, reflecting the era's bold spirit of discovery and its lasting impacts on global cartography. The utilization of Mercator's Projection underscores the map's utility in both educational and navigational contexts, aligning with Joseph Hutchins Colton’s commitment to producing precise and informative cartographic materials. This map not only served as a crucial tool for contemporary navigators and scholars but also played a significant role in the broader dissemination of geographical knowledge. As such, it contributed to a greater societal comprehension of the world's expanse and diversity, fostering an informed public intrigued by and engaged with the unfolding stories of human exploration.
ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 18.25 x 29.25 inch archival mylar for handling.
CONDITION: Good condition and color.
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