Bellin, Jacques Nicolas
1753

Plan de la Nouvelle Orleans

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Plan de la Nouvelle Orleans sur le manuscrits du Depot des Cartes de la Marine

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This plate has been SOLD but please see another hand-colored engraving of Bellin's plan.

J.N. Bellin's early plan of the city of New Orleans, Louisiana.

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: 1753

GEOGRAPHIC AREA: United States

BODY OF WATER: Mississippi River

CONDITION: Very Good.  Strong impression. Clean on strong, chain-laid paper. Slight trace of appropriate age-toning.

COLORING: Careful hand-color in green, blue, and red.

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SIZE: 10 " x 7 "

ITEM PHYSICAL LOCATION: 0

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