Seachart The British Channel Delarochette

SEACHART. DELAROCHETTE, L. S. - DIQUEMARE. A chart of the British Channel and Bay of Biscay, with part of the North Sea and the entrance of St. Georges Channel. London 1794.
Engraved seachart, two sheets joined, with outline colour, ca 520x900 mm. Framed with no glass.

The coasts of Ireland, Wales, England, France and Spain are featured. All of the approaches to east are lined and lettered with the Explanation under the title detailed the type of ground found. The track of the British Fleet commanded by Lord Howe during the battle of the Glorious First of June is shown. It is known in an earlier state by William Faden dated 1778, here it is noted as a 3rd Edition.

Lacking glass. Some soiling.