Historic Map : James Polar Projection of The Globe, Antarctica, Pacific Center, 1860, Vintage Wall Art Size:16in x 16in Bellin is the first edition

Bellin is the first edition first state of earliest obtainable map of New Orleans

This fascinating 1862 map by Justus Perthes and Stieler depicts the continent of Asia

and "Entrance to Columbia River

and South Carolina are drawn with indefinite western borders

Covers from Amsterdam southward as far as Graven and Nieupoort

Historic Map : James Polar Projection of The Globe, Antarctica, Pacific Center, 1860, Vintage Wall Art Size:16in x 16in Bellin is the first editionThis is a scarce and unusual hand colored map is an projection of to thirds of the earth centered on the pacific ocean and the polar Antarctic regions. Dates roughly to 1860. Antarctica itself is indication but not shown as it had yet to be fully defined as a landmass. Printed in a highly unorthodox circular style and divided into four linen mounted sheets. Prepared by Colonel Sir Henry James. A rare and peculiar piece.