Description: World Map Sea of the West North America Australia New Zealand 1762 Bauche map Mappe Monde Physique, Politique, et Astronimique. (Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, World Maps, Western Hemisphere, Eastern Hemisphere, Africa, Europe, Asia, Australia, North America, South America, Mer de Oust). Issued 1761-2, Paris by Buache. Scarce mid 18th century antique engraved map with original hand color. Of particular note for the fantastical projections shown for Australia and the entire western coastline of North America. This includes a huge bulbous protrusion above an inlet for a Northwest passage, then a giant Mer de L'ouest. A vast mountain range across the interior of Africa corresponding to Mts. of the Moon. Well preserved, nice looking example with pleasing age patina. Short splits at ends of centerfold. Original center fold as issued. Sheet Measures c. 10" H x 15" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 7 1/2" H x 12" W. Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1. [R35473].
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