c. 1720
Maker: Homann.
Nova Anglia. Hand-colored engraved early antique map of New England, by the German cartographer Homann, c. 1720, showing the spread of the English colonies throughout New England, New York, and New Jersey, including early interpretations of Long Island, Cape Cod and the Islands, and Lake Champlain, among other areas, with Indian tribes, forts, topography and some bathymetry, particularly relating to known shoals along the coast; elaborate cartouche showing an Englishman with a fox pelt he has presumably just received from a Native American in trade for some of the continental riches arrayed at the Englishman's feet. Good to very good condition, original color throughout except possibly cartouche, some faded color including center strip, matted and framed, measures approx. 19.25 x 22.75 inches, with frame 25 x 29.5 inches *****UNAVAILABLE*****
Item Number: NAM165EA