18th century French map of California as an Island
Cette Carte de Californie et du Nouveau Mexique... 1705.
Paris, 1705. Original colour. 225 x 340mm.
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18th century French map of California as an Island & FER, Nicolas de.Stock #: 18883
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An important map of California: engraved by Inselin for the 'Atlas Curieux', it shows the discoveries of Father Eusebio Kino, the first European to cross from the mainland to California. However it is still depicted as an island.
The mainland is shown from Mexico City to Santa Fé, with an incredible 314-point key.
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Old ink mss. number in top edge of map.References:
McLAUGHLIN: 134.Related products
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