C1764

[Santiago] Plan de la Ville de Santiago …

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Superb hand coloured example of this scarce C18th map of the city of Santiago with an inset of St Lucia at top right. The map includes an extensive key at top left identifying numerous prominent buildings and landmarks. At lower … Read Full Description

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S/N: HGDV-1312-SAM-CHIL–341407

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Full Title:

[Santiago] Plan de la Ville de Santiago Capitale du Royaume de Chili….

Date:

C1764

Mapmaker:

Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703 - 1772)

Condition:

In good condition, with folds as issued. With wide margins.

Technique:

Hand coloured copper engraving.

Image Size:

275mm

x 190mm

Paper Size:

345mm

x 253mm

Genuine antique
dated:

1764

Description:

From Prevost, Histoire General Du Voyages

Jacques Nicolas Bellin (1703 - 1772)

Bellin was a French multifaceted hydrographer and geographer had an incredibly successful 50 year career producing maps. His illustrious career started at just 18 years of age when he was appointed Chief Cartographer to the French Navy in 1721. His attention to detail, accuracy and high standard of workmanship resulted in him playing an integral role to France’s leadership in European cartography. In addition to being the Chief Cartographer of France’s hydrographic office, he was also a member of the Académie de Marine, the Royal Society of London, and the Philosophes (French intellectual group).

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