Antique print titled 'Three views of Arched Point (..)'. Four views of Kerguelens Island/Desolation Islands, discovered by the Frenchman Marion du Fresne in 1772 and visited by Cook in 1776. Originates from an edition of Cook's Voyages.
Artists and Engravers: James Cook (Author, 1728-1779) was a British captain, explorer and cartographer.
Condition: Good, some wear and age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: c.1784 Overall size: 49 x 31 cm. Image size: 39 x 26 cm.
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