Bonne, Rigobert
Carte de la Riviére de cook, dans la partie N. O. de L´Amérique. Par M. Bonne, Ingénieur-Hydrographe de la Marine.
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Eigenschaften
- Published: M. Bonne , Paris
- Published date: 1780
- Type: Antique Map, map
- Technique: Copper engraving / Uncolored
- Issue date: 1780
- Category: Prince William Sound
- Size: 235 by 346mm (9 by 13 inches).
- Stock number: 18613
- Condition: In excellent condition.
Article description
Article description
Original antique copper engraving, uncolored as published. This interesting map shows Capt. Cook's discoveries in Prince William Sound and Cook Inlet and with the track and anchor points of the Resolution. The map is inset with Plan du Havre de Samganoodha, dans l'Isle de Oonalaska. A large compass rose is engraved in the center. Rigobert Bonne (6 October 1727 – 2 September 1794) was a French cartographer, widely considered to be one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 Bonne succeeded Jacques Nicolas Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the Depôt de la Marine. Working in his official capacity, Bonne compiled some of the most detailed and accurate maps of the period. Bonne's work represents an important step in the evolution of the cartographic ideology away from the decorative work of the 17th and early 18th century towards a more detail oriented and practical aesthetic. With regard to the rendering of terrain Bonne maps bear many stylistic similarities to those of his predecessor, Bellin. However, Bonne maps generally abandon such common 18th century decorative features such as hand coloring, elaborate decorative cartouches, and compass roses. While mostly focusing on coastal regions, the work of Bonne is highly regarded for its detail, historical importance, and overall aesthetic appeal. (Wikipedia) Recently viewed products