Subject: Havana, Cuba
Period: 1800 (dated)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
21.1 x 16.4 inches
53.6 x 41.7 cm
This large, scarce chart is the French version of Jose del Rio's important survey of 1798. The harbor is annotated with a systematic network of soundings and the city plan and fortifications are linked to an extensive key below the title. Engraved by Etienne Collin with lettering (ecrit) by Besacon. The engraved seal of the Depot de la Marine is at bottom left. This state is not noted by Cueto; having the No. 177 instead of 170 at top right. Prix Un Franc is at lower right.
References: cf. Cueto #190.
Condition: B+
A nice impression on a sturdy sheet with light toning and soiling, which is more pronounced along the edges of the sheet.
