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A stipple-etched celestial sphere alongside a north polar projection of the world, extended to include almost the whole world with the southern most parts of Africa and South America outside the neatline.
Interesting detailed observations include: California shown as a labeled island with an indented northern coast, course of the Mississippi is shown.
Includes a dedication to John [Tillotson], Archbishop of Canterbury on terrestrial sphere in banner under the crest.
Surrounded by biblical scenes including vignettes of the Creation, the Garden of Eden, the Deluge, Moses, the Crucifixion and angels observing the Holy City.

On verso, there is a bookplate with the crest of George Tollet, Esq.


cartography
1699-01-02
PERMANENT COLLECTION
Hart Nautical
Lea, Phillip
ink; paper
16 in x 22 in
Britain: London