A Chart of the Seas between the Straits of Banca and Pt. Timon - Herbert 1758 characteristic of high-quality 18th-century French

characteristic of high-quality 18th-century French maps

showing the proximity of China and Japan to the western coast of North America (labeled Amérique Septentrionale)

Technique: Copperplate engraving with professional hand-colouring

The cover carries the authoritative imprint of the F

The map is renowned for its precision in documenting the city’s layout and defensive structures

A Chart of the Seas between the Straits of Banca and Pt. Timon - Herbert 1758 characteristic of high-quality 18th-century FrenchA Chart of the Seas between the Straits of Banca and Pt. Timon Drawn Published by: William Herbert Location: London Year: 1758 From: A New Directory for the East Indies Condition: Original hand coloured copper engraving; professionally matted. A Rare 18th Century British Marine Chart This significant 1758 sea chart by William Herbert is a prime example of mid Georgian hydrography. Published specifically for the East India trade, it covers the critical