Isle de la Guadeloupe les Saintes et Marie Galante.

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• ARTIST: Jacques Bellin

• PUBLISHER: Published by Jacques N. Bellin, Paris.

• MEDIUM: Copper plate engraving,

  DATE: 1764.

• EDITION SIZE: Image size 8 7/8 x 13 3/4" (22.6 x 34.9 cm) plus margins.

• DESCRIPTION: This map, "Isle de la Guadeloupe, les Saintes et Marie Galante" by Jacques N. Bellin, crafted in 1764, is a distinguished map from the acclaimed "Le Petit Atlas Maritime, ou Recueil de Cartes et de Plans des Quatre Parties du Monde." <br><br> This atlas, a masterwork of French cartography, offered an expansive yet detailed view of the world, tailored for practical use during the golden age of exploration. <br><br> This particular map captures the intricate details of Guadeloupe along with its smaller neighboring islands, Les Saintes and Marie Galante, showcasing the island's rugged coastlines, settlements, and key navigational points. As the official hydrographer to the French king, Bellin’s work is both a tool for maritime navigation and a work of art, blending technical precision with visual elegance. It's an essential addition for collectors and historians alike, reflecting the rich maritime heritage of the 18th century.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 13.5 x 18.5 inch archival mylar for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition with original hand color.

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• CATEGORIES: Maps , Canada, Mexico, Central & South America, and West Indies , West Indies and Caribbean