Item number: CSMT175
Genuine Antique Map
1755
Maker: Bellin / Homann Heirs
Antique map of the Great Lakes, first published by Bellin and reissued by Homann Heirs, 1755. This map clearly demonstrates how important rivers and waterways were for early exploration of North America. Includes forts, missions, villages, and some eastern cities. The label Checagou appears on the map near the location of Chicago. Though Bellin made every attempt to present verified information, the phantom islands found in Lake Superior would persist on maps into the early 19th century. The French gave considerably more respect and attention to the lands of the Native American tribes than other European cartographers of the period, noting the locations of the Iroquois, Eries, Miamis, Nipissings, and more. Very good restored condition. This map has been archivally cleaned, deacidified, and backed with lightweight paper for structure. Some minor signs of age remain, such as minor stains and a hole in the upper margin that was repaired. Measures approx. 16.5 x 21 inches to the neatline.
Genuine Antique Map from 1755
Item Number: CSMT175