1778 Revolutionary War Era Map Maryland Virginia Delaware NC SC Antonio Zatta

Description: You are bidding on a beautiful hand-tinted example of Antiono Zatta's 1778 colonial map of the Southern British Colonies, extending from Philadelphia and the Delaware Bay in the Northeast, to Cape Lookout, Beaufort and the Welsh Settlement in South Carolina in the Southeast and extending West to show all of the Allegheny Mountains and a large portion of the Ohio River, based upon the seminal work of John Mitchell.This copy is framed and will be shipped that way as the actual map has been glued to the backing board. A professional restorer may be able to unmount but I'm leaving the item AS-IS. The map looks to have had some minor moisture exposure at some time. The backing on the frame is also aging and has been repaired with tape on multiple occasions. There is writing on the back describing the map as being part of a schools "cornerstone" box (time capsule?) in 1900. The impressions from the plate are clearly visible on the edges. Zatta's map, while issued separately as part of Zatta's Atlante Novissimo, is actually one of 12 sections comprising the Italian edition of Mitchell's map of North America. The Italian edition is richly illustrated with annotations not found on the English edition of the Mitchell. The map's scale is identical to the Mitchell.The frame measures 21 5/8" x 17 7/8". The map is listed on other sites as 18 5/8 x 15, but I can't measure it properly without damaging it so this is an approximate number. Antonio Zatta (fl. 1757-1797) was a prominent Italian editor, cartographer, and publisher. Little is known about his life beyond his many surviving published works. It is possible that he was born as early as 1722 and lived as late as 1804. He lived in Venice and his work flourished between 1757 and 1797. He is best known for his atlas, Atlante Novissimo (1779-1785), and for his prolific output of prints and books that were both precisely made and aesthetically pleasing.See photos enlarged for details as they are part of the description.For returns: Save original packaging as instruction will be given as to returning in the original packaging. I try my best to describe the item accurately. If I make a mistake, please know that it is a mistake and I will take care of it. I want you to be happy with your item and I want it to be a positive transaction for us both. Let me know if there is a problem before posting bad feedback so that I have a chance to correct it. Let's treat each other with respect and discuss any problems. Items must be returned in the same condition that they are received, including New items must be returned in new condition and in the original packaging or with original tags attached. International Buyers NOTE: Import duties, taxes, & charges aren't included in the item price or shipping charge. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding. These charges are normally collected by the delivering company or when you pick the item up - do not confuse them for additional charges. We do not mark item values below value or items as "gifts"-government regulations prohibit this.

Price: 799.99 USD

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

End Time: 2025-02-05T07:10:14.000Z

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