18TH CENTURY DE l'ISLE FRENCH WORLD MAP: Circa mid 18th century, double hemisphere map of the world with alternate views in all 4 corners. Top cartouche with banner and motto, partial title ''Mappe-Monde Drest surf les Observations de Mrs. de L'Acadamie Royal de Sciences par M. de l'Isle''. Published by Covens & Mortier, Amsterdam, circa 1745, uncolored. Sight size 20'' x 25 1/2'', framed 28 1/4'' x 34 3/4''.
CONDITION: Not examined out of frame, chips to frame. Sold as-is.