Australia 1876 Brue New Zealand New Guinea Levasseur Delagrave large fine map King Franz Joseph October 24th

October 24th

9 1/8" H x  12 1/2" W

scarce and interesting early nautical chart which could readily be collected on it's own merits

Cardamine Trifolia

Australia 1876 Brue New Zealand New Guinea Levasseur Delagrave large fine map King Franz Joseph October 24thCarte Generale de L'Australie. (Oceania, Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea). Issued c. 1876, Paris by A. Brue. Revue by Levasseur. Lovely and very detailed mid 19th century engraved map with original hand color. The rapid discovery and settlement of the continent is being well documented here, this version updated with telegraph lines. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet measures c. 19 1