Antonio Zatta. “L’America divisa Ne' Suoi Principali …” [North and South America]

An attractive and finely engraved map of North and South America.  This map was produced in 1776 by Antonio Zatta, a Venetian cartographer and publisher.  Zatta’s maps are known for their great detail, fine engraving, attractive color and early date.  This map is a good example of his work.  A very decorative eighteenth century map of the western hemisphere. 

Venice: A. Zatta, 1776. 

Original outline hand coloring.  Minor staining in margins and in map.   

12 ½ x 16 ¼ (plate mark)