Antique Chart of the Friendly Islands or Tonga in the Pacific Ocean, 1785

Reference
BGJC-210
Maker
James Cook
Date
1785
Region
Australia & Oceania
Category
Engraving
Sheet size
31.0 x 49.0 cm (12.2 x 19.3 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 190

Antique print titled 'Chart of the Friendly Islands'. Antique map of the Friendly Islands depicting Rotterdam or Anamocka, Middelburg or Eaoowe and Amsterdam or Tongatabu. Originates from 'Voyage to the Pacific Ocean, undertaken by the Command of His Majesty, for making discoveries in the Northern Hemisphere. Performed under the direction of Captains Cook'.

Artists and Engravers: James Cook (Author, 1728-1779) was a British captain, explorer and cartographer.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Some creasing. Please study image carefully. Date: 1785 Overall size: 49 x 31 cm. Image size: 35 x 24 cm.

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