"Algemeene Kaart van de Westindische Eilanden", Tirion, Isaac
Subject: Caribbean
Period: 1769 (circa)
Publication: Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas
Color: Hand Color
Size:
17.7 x 13.5 inches
45 x 34.3 cm
A fine, interesting chart of the Caribbean, also showing part of Florida, the Yucatan, and Central America. Even small islands are well-represented and navigational hazards are marked. Major sea routes are noted as well as the direction of the prevailing winds. Title cartouche and two compass roses decorate the chart. Engraved by J. Condet.
References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.TIR-2a.
Condition: A+
Wide original margins and full contemporary color on a bright sheet with the watermarks of "I Villedary" with a Strasbourg Lily. There is light printer's ink residue.
