A Large Chart of the Channell between England and France. Tides. HALLEY 1702 map

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A Large Chart of the Channell between England and France done from the newest and best surveys with the flowing of the tyde, and setting of the current, as they were observed in the year 1701 by Capt. Edmund Halley, by His Ma[jes]ties Command. Sold by Richard Mount and Thomas Page of Tower Hill 1702 - To the Rt Hon[oura]ble the Master, Wardens & Assistants of ye Trinity House of Deptford Strond this chart is most humbly Dedicated & Presented by Thier [sic] most humble and obedient Servant, Richard Mount by Edmond (or Edmund) Halley. Joel Gascoyne delin. John Harris Sculp. (1702). Decorative antique eighteenth century copperplate nautical sea chart, on three sheets unjoined, printed on thick paper, 62.0 x 148.0cm, 24.5 x 58.25 inches; Please note that this is a folding map.

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CAPTION PRINTED BELOW PICTURE: A Large Chart of the Channell between England and France done from the newest and best surveys with the flowing of the tyde, and setting of the current, as they were observed in the year 1701 by Capt. Edmund Halley, by His Ma[jes]ties Command. Sold by Richard Mount and Thomas Page of Tower Hill 1702 - To the Rt Hon[oura]ble the Master, Wardens & Assistants of ye Trinity House of Deptford Strond this chart is most humbly Dedicated & Presented by Thier [sic] most humble and obedient Servant, Richard Mount

A large chart of the English Channel by Edmond (or Edmund) Halley. Best known for calculating the orbit of the eponymous Halley's Comet, he made also important and contributions to cartography, of which this map is one such original contribution, being the first map to show the direction (indicated by arrows) and timing of the tides (indicated by Roman numerals) on a map, as explained in the "Advertisment". There is an inset map of the Isle of Wight and Solent, and the coast from Hurst Castle to Bognor Regis on a larger scale, and inset plans of Plymouth Harbour and Falmouth Harbour. The map is sold on three sheets unjoined; a digital composite image is also provided to indicate how the map might look if joined.

DATE PRINTED: 1702

IMAGE SIZE: Approx 62.0 x 148.0cm, 24.5 x 58.25 inches (Large); Please note that this is a folding map.

TYPE: Decorative antique eighteenth century copperplate nautical sea chart, on three sheets unjoined, printed on thick paper

CONDITION: Good; suitable for framing. Light spotting. The east sheet has a tight margin lower right. Please check the scan for any blemishes prior to making your purchase. Please contact us if you would like to arrange to view this map. Virtually all antiquarian maps and prints are subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not obtrusive unless otherwise stated. We offer a no questions asked return policy.

AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic historic print, published at the date stated above. It is not a modern copy.

VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain

FOLDING: This is a folding print.

ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: Edmond (or Edmund) Halley. Joel Gascoyne delin. John Harris Sculp.

PROVENANCE: Sold by Richard Mount and Thomas Page on Tower Hill

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