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Penobscot Bay (detail), 1776 (engraving)
7340653 Penobscot Bay (detail), 1776 (engraving) by DesBarres, Joseph Frederick Wallet (1721-1824); 54x75 cm; National Maritime Museum, London, UK; (add.info.: Creator: J.F.W. Des Barres
Engr. Scale: ca. 1:125 000 (bar). Cartographic Note: Variation shown 9 degrees W. Bar scales in statute and nautical miles. Additional Places: Maine.
General Note: There are seven variants of this chart in the collection: This is variant 110E. Plate changes: Page number 6 engraved top left. Printed on Bates paper. Border yellow, land brown, settlements tinted.); © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Media ID 38372264
© © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning engraving of Penobscot Bay from 1776 captures the intricate details and beauty of this historic location. Created by Joseph Frederick Wallet DesBarres, this piece is a true masterpiece of cartography. The scale of approximately 1:125,000 allows for a detailed view of the bay, with variations in land formations and settlements tinted to bring them to life.
The vibrant colors used in this print add depth and dimension to the landscape, with yellow borders highlighting the coastlines and brown hues representing the land masses. The inclusion of bar scales in both statute and nautical miles provides valuable information for navigators and historians alike.
As one of seven variants in the collection, this particular print showcases variant 110E with page number '6' engraved at the top left corner. Printed on Bates paper, this engraving has stood the test of time, preserving a snapshot of Penobscot Bay as it appeared over two centuries ago.
Whether you are an enthusiast of American history or simply appreciate fine artistry, this engraving is sure to captivate your imagination and transport you back to a time when exploration was at its peak. Experience the beauty and detail of Penobscot Bay like never before through this exquisite work by DesBarres.
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