This is a scarce German issue of Bellin's map of Louisiana originally published in Charlevoix's Histoire. The finely engraved map covers the region from the Great Lakes to the Gulf of Mexico over to the Rocky Mountains and Santa Fe. The information in the west includes the road from Mexico City to Santa Fe and the routes of St. Denis and De Soto though Texas. The map shows strategic forts and areas claimed by the French just prior to the French and Indian War. Includes excellent detail of settlements, Indian tribes, rivers, and trails. Adorned by a compass rose in the Atlantic Ocean. Published in 1756.

References: Brown (Ohio) pp. 69-70; cf. McCorkle #744-1; cf. Tooley (MCC-96) #703.

Condition: A

A crisp impression, issued folding on a watermarked sheet with a hint of toning.