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Description

Interesting revised edition of De Vaugondy's map, the first edition to name the United States (Les Etats Unis) in the title.

The map shows the newly formed United States at the conclusions of the Revolutionary War. The map also icludes a large inset map of California and the NW Coast of America, and a very unusual projection of the West Coast.

The region east of the Appalachians has been revised and is no longer referred to as Chouanous et Cheraquis, as in prior editions of the map. Extensive notes on the Mississippi Valley Indians, French and English forts and other details. The River systems running west from the Mississippi are also of note, along with the Belle Riviere, which seems to extend from Southern Kansas or Northern Oklahoma to the west, quite uniquely and mythically so.

The large inset of the west coast is also of great note for its cartographic anomalies, espeically for collectors of the Sea and Rivers of the West and the NW Passage. Minor abbrasion at lower neatline, else a nice example of this increasingly scare map. This is the last of the five states and the only edition to show and name the United States.

Reference
Pedley 448.
Gilles Robert de Vaugondy Biography

Gilles Robert de Vaugondy (1688-1766) and Didier Robert de Vaugondy (1723-1786) were influential figures in the realm of 18th-century French cartography. Originating from Paris, their contributions to mapmaking were significant during an era of expansive geographical exploration.

Gilles Robert de Vaugondy entered the world of cartography not through family tradition but through personal interest and the budding opportunities of his time. Born in 1688, he worked during a time when Paris was becoming a central hub for cartographic activities. Gilles often incorporated the latest findings from explorers into his maps, making them sought-after for their contemporary relevance. His connections weren't limited to his immediate circle; he frequently interacted with other key mapmakers, staying updated on the latest techniques and findings.

His son, Didier, was born in 1723 and had the advantage of growing up surrounded by maps and globes. While his father was renowned for maps, Didier made a name for himself in the field of globemaking. His globes were some of the most precise and detailed in France, gaining recognition even among the royalty. In addition to his work in cartography and globemaking, Didier had a keen interest in education, especially after the expulsion of the Jesuits from France. He stepped in to produce geographical educational materials, fulfilling a newfound need.

The maps and globes produced by the Vaugondys remain an enduring testament to the peak of French cartography during the Enlightenment. Their works, characterized by precision and the inclusion of contemporary findings, helped to shape our understanding of the world during a transformative period in European history.