Description: A splendid map by Johann Baptiste Homann titled: "Regni Mexicani seu Novae Hispaniae . . . Carolinae, Virginiae et Pensylvaniae . . . " printed in Nuremberg in 1720. In the Atlantic is a wonderful engraved cartouche of a gold mining operation with Indians contributing to the open treasure chest of the Europeans. In the Pacific off the coast of Mexico is a view of a naval battle. Platemark measures: 19¼" x 22¾". Condition: Excellent condition with some land masses hand colored. |
