North & South America Mer de L’Ouest w orld western hemisphere 1778 Desnos map Walachia 5" H x 6 3/4"

5" H x 6 3/4" W

Fantastic street level detail

Original center fold

10 1/8" H x  12 7/8" W

by Albert G

North & South America Mer de L’Ouest w orld western hemisphere 1778 Desnos map Walachia 5" H x 6 3/4"Hemisphere Occidental. North & South America. A nice looking example, map displays a very pleasing age patina. Nice map with strong visual impact. Lovely original hand color, small light age spots, overall map displays a pleasing age patina. Original fold line as issue. French letter press explanatory text lines both sides which includes much detailed historical information. Shows the apocryphal Mer de LOuest as well as a bizarre and fantastical