Antique Map of the Cocos or Keeling Islands, 1778

Reference
BGJC-182
Date
1778
Region
World
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
27.0 x 21.5 cm (10.6 x 8.5 in)
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 270

Antique map titled 'Die Cocos Insel vom Capt. Wallis Bosawren. Die Verrather Islel von Capt. Wallis Keppel Genannt'. Also with French subtitles. Old map of the Cocos or Keeling Islands and Traitor's Island near Tongo named by Captain Wallis on his voyages on the Admiralty. This map originates from 'Voyage das L’Hemisphere Austral, et autour du Monde'.

Artists and Engravers: Printed by Du Monde, engraved by R. Bernard.

Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: 1778 Overall size: 21.5 x 27 cm. Image size: 18.5 x 19.5 cm.

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