North America Map by Etienne-Andre Philippe De Pretot, 1769 (framed) Cityscape classic dark moulding and UV-protectant

classic dark moulding and UV-protectant glass

The work is further surrounded by 12 vignettes from the Old Testament

and mapmaking moved out of private publication

and the neighboring Puerto Marques Bay

North America Map by Etienne-Andre Philippe De Pretot, 1769 (framed) Cityscape classic dark moulding and UV-protectantFinely detailed and rare map of America features a decorative cartouche and a unique compass rose, circa 1769. It is particularly notable for its expansive depiction of the Mer de L'Ouest, or "Sea of the West," which is illustrated as a vast sea, comparable in size to the Mediterranean, extending from the then known Strait of Juan de Fuca. California is portrayed as an island. The map was published by tienne Andr Philippe de Prtot, a royal censor and