forster-george-i-a-chart-of-the-southern-hemisphere-i
Lot 1020
Forster, George. A Chart of the Southern Hemisphere...
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
...according to the latest Discoveries: with the Tracks of the Resolution, Capn Cook; and the Adventure, Capn Furneaux; from 1772, to 1775. (London, 1777), engraved by William Whitechurch, showing the route of Cook's second voyage. Loose behind mat, unframed.

Sheet 28 1/8 x 26 in.; plate 26 1/8 x 25 in.

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

Creases; some light staining; 3 in. split from upper right edge, else very good condition.