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Coast of New England from Narragansett to Cape Cod, 1779 (paper)
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Coast of New England from Narragansett to Cape Cod, 1779 (paper)
7340426 Coast of New England from Narragansett to Cape Cod, 1779 (paper) by DesBarres, Joseph Frederick Wallet (1721-1824); 75x55 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: Joseph Frederick Wallet Des Barre; John Knight; Des Barres
Two sheets. Engraved. Scale: circa 1:130 000 (bar). Cartographic Note: Variation shown 6 degrees 30 W from 85C onwards. Plate changes: Survey'd & removed from the imprint. Sailing directions credited to Lieutenant Knight. More shoals shown and channels indicated. Banks named. Other features: Printed on Bates paper. Border yellow, land tinted brown. The towns of Newport and Nantucket coloured purple. Page number 7 handwritten overleaf.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38412544
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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This stunning 18th-century map print captures the rugged beauty of the Coast of New England, stretching from Narragansett to Cape Cod in exquisite detail. Created by Joseph Frederick Wallet Des Barres and Lieutenant Knight, this intricate engraving showcases the coastal landscape with precision and artistry.
As you gaze upon this historical piece, you can almost feel the salty sea breeze and hear the crashing waves against the shore. The careful attention to detail, from the purple tinted towns of Newport and Nantucket to the yellow border and brown land tinting, transports you back in time to a bygone era of maritime exploration.
The inclusion of sailing directions and navigational features such as shoals, channels, and banks adds a practical element to this decorative map. Printed on Bates paper with an impressive scale of approximately 1:130,000, this print is not only a work of art but also a valuable tool for sailors navigating these treacherous waters.
Whether you have a personal connection to this historic region or simply appreciate fine cartography, this Coast of New England map print is sure to captivate your imagination and add a touch of nautical charm to any space it graces.
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