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Antique Map of the Coast of Acapulco by Anson, c.1740
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Antique map titled 'Disposition des Vaisseaux de l'Escadre commandée par Mr. Anson croisant vis à vis d'Acapulco en 1742'. This map depicts the coast of Acapulco in Mexico with a decorative cartouche and windrose. Acapulco and its port were important to the Mission of Commodore George Anson, who captured a Spanish treasure galleon traveling between Acapulco and Manila. Source unknown, to be determined.
Artists and Engravers: George Anson, 1st Baron Anson PC, FRS, RN (1697 -1762) was a British admiral and a wealthy aristocrat, noted for his circumnavigation of the globe and his role overseeing the Royal Navy during the Seven Years' War.
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- Dimensions:Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1740
- Condition:Condition: Good, minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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