Bellin, Jacques Nicolas
1757

Isles Britanniques, Troisieme Feuille

Carte Reduite des Isles Britanniques Troisieme Feuille Parti Meridional de l'Ecosse Contenant les costes orientales depuis le Golphe de Cromarty, jusqua Berwick et les Costes Occidentales depuis Carlisle, jusqua et compri l'Isle de Skye. 1757.

DESCRIPTION: Impressive antique copperplate nautical chart of Scotland (Edinburgh), Firth of Forth, Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, Firth of Clyde, the Irish Sea and Northern Ireland (Londonderry) on very thick wove paper. Published by J.N. Bellin of the Depot de la Marine in 1757. The antique chart contains a large, decorative, dated title cartouche in upper right. Single vertical fold as issued.

Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772)


Jacques-Nicolas Bellin was a prominent French hydrographer and geographer, recognized for his significant contributions to the development of cartography. For over half a century, Bellin served as the first Ingénieur de la Marine of the Depot des cartes et plans de la Marine (the French Hydrographic Office) and was appointed Official Hydrographer to the French King. His expertise and precision led to the production of thousands of significant nautical charts and maps, enhancing maritime navigation.

Petit Atlas Maritime Title Page, Jacques Bellin, cartograpger. 1764.

Petit Atlas Maritime Title Page, 1764

One of Bellin's most notable works, "Le Petit Atlas Maritime," was published in 1764, encompassing five volumes of detailed charts and maps covering every part of the world. Bellin's cartographic legacy extends beyond France; his comprehensive maps and atlases were highly influential in shaping European understanding of global geography during the 18th century. His passion for accuracy and vast output have ensured his place in the annals of cartographic history.

CREATOR: Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

PUBLICATION DATE: 1757

GEOGRAPHIC AREA: British Isles

BODY OF WATER: Irish Sea

CONDITION: Good.  Good impression on very thick wove paper. The printed area is very clean and almost white except for a few small water stains in the left margin.

COLORING: None

ENGRAVER: 

SIZE: 34 " x 22 "

ITEM PHYSICAL LOCATION: 0

PRICE: $500

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