Antique Map of the Caribbean Island of St Kitts, ca.1750

The "Carte de L’Isle de Sainte Lucie" by Jacques Nicolas Bellin, a prominent figure as the Royal Hydrographer and engineer of the French Navy, is a remarkable antique map showcasing ...

Antique map titled 'Dominia Anglorum in praecipuis Insulis Americae ut sunt Insula S. Christophori, Antegoa, Iamaica, Barbados nec non Insulae Bermudes vel Sommers dictae. Die Englis...

Description: Antique map titled 'L'Isle De St. Domingue, et celle De Porto-Rico.' Detailed map of Santa Domingo, Puerto Rico, etc. Includes substanti...

This is an 18th-century Dutch map of Martinique, titled *Het Westindisch Eiland Martinique*. The map was produced by Isaak Tirion, a renowned Dutch cartographer and publisher known for his precise and beautifully crafted maps. The cartouche in the lower left corner, adorned with decorative elements, adds to the aesthetic appeal of the map. ### Key Features: - Martinique: The map offers detailed topographical information of the island, including mountains, rivers, and settlements. - Geographical Details: Locations such as Fort Royal, Bay de St. Pierre, and Point de Cloche are marked, showcasing significant features of the island. - Cartouche: The ornate cartouche, featuring tropical plants, reflects the importance of the island's agricultural production during the colonial period, particularly its sugar plantations. This map captures Martinique during its time as a French colony and provides valuable insight into the island’s layout and strategic significance in the Caribbean. The attention to coastal detail highlights the importance of Martinique as a hub of maritime activity. The map’s combination of aesthetic elegance and cartographic precision makes it a remarkable piece for collectors and those interested in Caribbean colonial...

Jacques Bellin's copper-plate map of the Caribbean island of Saint Kitts entitled "Carte De De l'Isle St. Christophe Pour servir á l'Histoire Genle. des V...

Jacques Bellin's copper-plate map entitled "Partie de la Coste de Guinee Dupuis la Riviere de Sierra Leona Jusquau Cap das Palmas", depicting the coast of Guinea and Sierra Leone in ...

Great map of South America Copper-plate engraving Published C.1780 Two small worm holes to left side of map Unframed.

This beautiful 18th century hand-colored copper plate engraved map is entitled "Carte de l'Isle de Taiti, par le Lieutenant J. Cook" was created by Jacques Nicolas Bellin and publish...