Emperors of Japon - Châtelain c.1705 " where American and European

" where American and European ships vied for control of the region's lucrative spice trade

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

focusing on the eastern approaches to the Straits of Malacca

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)

Emperors of Japon - Châtelain c.1705 " where American and EuropeanTitle: 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