This is a copperplate engraving of the French scientific expedition commanded by Jean-Francois de Galaup to the Pacific in 1785-88.  Recognized as one of Frances' foremost naval officers, he was selected by King Louis XVI to complete the efforts of Captain James Cook's explorations of the western Pacific.  La Perouse explored the coasts of the Gulf of Alaska and northwestern North America in search of the fabled route across North America (Northwest Passage) that would connect the Atlantic to the Pacific coast.  After Leaving America his expedition continued on to Asia where he explored the region from Kamchatka to Macao and the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific.  The expedition vanished after leaving Botany Bay, Australia in 1788.  This print shows the French encampment at Kamchatka.  The print measures approximately (16.1" x 10.2") and is rated Very Good [see our rating criteria on the Home Page] with only slight foxing noted in the upper left corner.  The print is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity inscribed with the purchasers name.  $60.   ($12. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

Copperplate engraving of the French expedition to the Pacific under the command of Jean-Francois de Galoup in 1785-88.  A view of the village and natives of St. Paul at Kamchatka.  The print measures approximately (16.1" x 10.2") and is rated Very Good [see our rating criteria on the Home Page].  The print is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity inscribed with the purchasers name.       $60.    ($12. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

A rare copy of Tirion's engraving of the Gulf coast at Pensacola depicting the village, fortifications, and sailing vessels in the foreground.  The print is from the Hedendaagsche Historie of Tegenwoordige Staat van Ameriks.  In original color, the print is rated Very Good with no apparent flaws other than normal age toning (see our rating criteria on the Home Page) and measures approximately (7.2" x 10.5").    $210.   ($12. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

A complete set of pages from the Graphic newspaper of the expedition of the H.M.S. VALAROUS, ALERT, and DISCOVERY in the year 1875.   There are five very detailed wood engravings of the expedition and includes a map of the locations explored dated July 17, 1875; with a complete text of the voyage.  The copy is rated Very Good with one tear at the centerfold of the front page not interfering with either the images or text.  The publication is uncolored, as issued and measures approximately (12.4" x 16.7") with a Certificate of Authenticity.  $ 130.($12. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

From the Dutch edition of Capt.  James Cooks's exploits.  Captain James Cook (1728-79), explorer, hydrographer; circumnavigated the earth during his three voyages of discovery, 1768-71, 1772-75 and 1776-79.  From the year 1778 Cook's voyages appeared in English, Italian, French, and Dutch.  This print, in color, is of Ulietca, one of the Society Islands.  It is rated Excellent [see our rating criteria on the Home Page] with no apparent flaws and measures approximately (8.1" x 12.6"  - 20.5 x 32.0 cm) accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.     $120.   ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

In 1670 John Ogilby published his America, based on the work  published by Arnoldus Montanus.  This publication offered the most complete cartographic record to date of both North and South America.  The publication was the most accurate compendium available of the New World.  This original print from that publication depicts Spanish explorers at counsel with a group of natives honoring them with a crown of feathers.  The print in black / white is rated Very Good [see our rating criteria on the Home Page] with only slight light foxing, not affecting the image.  Dutch text on the verso.   The print measures approximately (81.'  X 11.9") accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.       $105.   ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

From the 1670 edition of John Ogilby's America, the image is based on the work of Arnoldus Montanus.  The publication offered the most complete cartographic records to date of North and South America and was the most accurate compendium available of the New World.  The original print from that publication shows Brazilian natives dancing.  The print, in black / white; is rated Very Good [see our rating criteria on the Home Page] with only slight light foxing, not affecting the image.  Dutch text on the verso.  The print measures approximately (8.1" x 11.9") accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.   $105.  ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

From the 1670 edition of John Ogilby's America, the image is based on the work of Arnoldus Montanus.  The publication offered the most complete cartographic record to date of North and South America and was the most accurate compendium available of the New World.  The original print shows native animals with human faces in the Brazilian mountains.  The print, in black / white; is rated Very Good with only slight light foxing, not affecting the image.  Dutch text on the verso.  The print measures approximately (8.1" x 11.9") accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.      $105.  ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

In 1670 John Ogilby published his America, based on the work published by Arnoldus Montanus.  This publication offered the most complete cartographic and illustrated record to date of the Americas.  As the most accurate compendium available of the New World, many variations evolved of the work.  This original print taken from the publication depicts a male and female Indian at work in the village.  The print is rated Very Good [see our rating criteria on the Home Page] with Dutch verso text.  The print measures approximately (8.1" x 11.9" w/text) accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.     $105.  ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

Another work from John Ogilby's 1670 publication America, based on the work of Montanus.  This original print from the publication depicts a scared cow being lead by a native and priests of the village.  The print is rated Very Good with Dutch verso text and measures approximately (8.1" x 11.9" w/text) accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.    $105. ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)

An interesting print from John Ogilby's 1670 publication America.  The original print from the publication depicts natives dancing with their ornamental garb.  The print is rated Very Good with Dutch verso text and measures approximately (8.1" x 11.9" w/ text) and accompanying certificate of authenticity.    $105.  ($8.50 shipping / handling / ins.)                                                                                                          

The Llama hunt is depicted in this print from John Ogilby's 1660 publication America.  The print is rated Very Good [see our rating criteria on the Home Page] with Dutch verso text and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.    $105.   ($9. shipping / handling / ins. - foreign postage addnl.)