The geography of the great solar eclipse of July 14th 1748. SMITH G 1748 map

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'The geography of the great solar eclipse of July, 14, 1748 exhibiting an accurate map of all parts of the earth in which it will be visible, with the North Pole according to the latest discoveries, by G. Smith Esqr.' by G Smith (1748). Antique copperplate map, 31.0 x 44.0cm, 12.25 x 17.5 inches; Please note that this is a folding map.

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CAPTION PRINTED BELOW PICTURE: 'The geography of the great solar eclipse of July, 14, 1748 exhibiting an accurate map of all parts of the earth in which it will be visible, with the North Pole according to the latest discoveries, by G. Smith Esqr.'

Showing the path of the eclipse and the penumbra or shadow across those parts of North America, Hispaniola, northern Africa, Europe and Asia in which this eclipse was visible. Diagrams indicate the maximum extent of the eclipse in certain cities around the world, indicating that Edinburgh was the best placed European city for observation - the eclipse being "nearly central".

DATE PRINTED: 1748

IMAGE SIZE: Approx 31.0 x 44.0cm, 12.25 x 17.5 inches (Large); Please note that this is a folding map.

TYPE: Antique copperplate map

CONDITION: Fair-to-Good: Repaired tear in right hand margin extending c. 7cm inside the border of the map, and two small repaired pinholes. The map has been partially rebacked behind the tear. Light spotting; The image shown may have been taken from a different example of this map than that which is offered for sale. Any flaws described in this statement may not be visible on the image but will be present on the map you receive. Please note any other blemishes on the scan prior to purchasing this picture. Please contact us if you would like to arrange to view this map. Virtually all antiquarian maps and prints are subject to some normal aging due to use and time which is not obtrusive unless otherwise stated. We offer a no questions asked return policy.

AUTHENTICITY: This is an authentic historic print, published at the date stated above. It is not a modern copy.

VERSO: There is nothing printed on the reverse side, which is plain

FOLDING: This is a folding print.

ARTIST/CARTOGRAPHER/ENGRAVER: G Smith

PROVENANCE: "Gentleman's Magazine and Historical Chronicle", by Sylvanus Urban, Gent. London: Printed by Edw. Cave, Jun. at St. John's Gate

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