SEA CHART OF EASTER ISLAND LARGE LA PEROUSE 1786 1797 SCARCE

PLAN DE L'ILE DE PAQUE PLAN DE LA BAIE DE COOK

£250

Uncommon large map of Easter Island and the Bay of Cook from the voyages of La Perouse. Cross section plans of the island.

Jean-François de Galaup de La Pérouse (1741-c.1788) was a French Navy officer and explorer known for his travels in Oceania. In 1787, he explored the northeast and mainland Asian coasts in the area of Korea. Other voyages included Alaska, Japan, Australia, and the South Pacific. This map demonstrates some of the many observations and findings made on his journeys.

Published by L'Imprimerie de la Republique, Paris, 1797

Small printers crease otherwise

Very good condition