Emperors of Japon - Châtelain c.1705 The map is framed by

The map is framed by four vivid corner illustrations personifying the continents as they were perceived in the 17th century:

Title: Carte du Canal des Isles Philippines par lequel passe le Galion de Manille (Map of the Channel of the Philippine Islands through which the Manila Galleon passes)

a partial coastline of "Nova Guniea" (New Guinea) is visible

The Allegorical Cartouche: The lower-left corner features a stunning

Technique: Copperplate engraving with original hand-coloring

Emperors of Japon - Châtelain c.1705 The map is framed byTitle: Succession des Empereurs du Japon avec une Description du Meurtre de lEmpereur Cubo Cartographer Publisher: Henri Abraham Chtelain Published: Amsterdam, c. 17051720 Technique: Copperplate engraving with original hand coloring Description: A fascinating and highly detailed historical plate documenting the imperial and political history of Japan. The upper portion of the engraving features two large, dramatic scenes: the "Murder of the Emperor