Hand-colored map full title in French: "Carte du golphe de St. Laurent et pays voisins, pour servir á l'Histoire générale des voyages." (Map of the Gulf of St. Lawrence and Neighboring Countries For use in the General History of Travel.) published in 1780.  Depicts the Gulf of St. Lawrence, including Anticosti Island, Prince Edward island, Cape Breton Island, Newfoundland and the adjacent mainland.  A rococo-style cartouche decorates the map.  Centerfold as issued.  Excellent condition.  Map size: 8 1/2 x 14 inches.
 
Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703 - 1772), was one of the most important cartographers of the 18th century, with a career spanning some 50 years.  Compared to earlier 17th and 18th century cartographic work, Bellin's maps focus on function and accuracy tending.  Unlike many of his contemporaries, Bellin was always careful to cite his references.  Despite his success, he did not always enjoy his work, which is described as "long, unpleasant, and hard".  In addition to numerous maps and charts published during his lifetime, many of Bellin's maps published posthumously with updates.