Old Map of Martinique
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Remastered from an original . . . 21st century technology meets the skill of a ancient cartography. We guarantee that you will not find a finer copy of this masterpiece elsewhere.
Fascinating reproduction of an old edition from circa 1742 the title translated to modern English reads: “Map of the Island of Martinique, a French colony, one of the Antilles Islands of America. Drawn from manuscript plans, among others from that of Mr. Houel, Engineer to the King, based on astronomical observations and harmonized with particular memoirs of the late Mr. Guillaume Delisle, First Geographer to His Majesty and member of the Academy of Sciences. And presented to His Excellency the Count of Maurepas, Secretary of State in charge of the Navy, by … Philippe Buache of the Royal Academy of Sciences and son-in-law of the said Mr. Delisle. In Amsterdam, at the house of Jean Covens and Cornelius Mortier, Geographers.”
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Paper choice is essential to the authenticity of our maps. We use specially sourced 190gsm paper made in the UK from pure materials and traditionally pressed with natural woollen felts. This process creates a subtle, randomly textured surface that closely resembles an original antique document. Likewise the use of premium quality ink fully saturates the paper, producing remarkable clarity, depth, and historical character. Colour fastness and sharpness will remain good for in excess of 100 years!
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A striking example of Covens & Mortier’s 1742 map of the French colony of Martinique in the West Indies, this finely detailed piece exemplifies the high standards of 18th-century Dutch cartography. The island is shown divided into three principal regions—two in the south and one in the north—with meticulous attention given to both political boundaries and topographical features. Vivid hand-coloring enhances the map’s visual appeal and legibility.
This map draws heavily from the influential work of renowned French cartographers Guillaume De L’Isle (1675–1726) and Philippe Buache (1700–1773), both pivotal figures in the development of scientific cartography. De L’Isle was known for his commitment to accuracy, and Buache, his successor and son-in-law, furthered his legacy through innovative geographical models.
The map was published in the Atlas Nouveau by Covens & Mortier, a prominent Dutch publishing house based in Amsterdam. Founded in the early 18th century, the firm was a continuation of the legacy of Pierre Mortier and became one of the most important map publishers in Europe. Johannes Covens I partnered with Cornelis Mortier to produce atlases that combined French geographical expertise with Dutch engraving and publishing craftsmanship. Their works, often adaptations or translations of leading French maps, made cutting-edge geographic knowledge accessible to a broader European audience. This Martinique map, issued in their 1742 atlas, is a testament to their role in disseminating Enlightenment-era geographic understanding.
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