Maker: Dépôt des Cartes et Plans de la Marine, Paris

Date: c.1850s

Region: Port Endermo (Île Yeso / Hokkaido), Japan

Details:

Original 19th-century French hydrographic chart depicting Port Endermo on the island of Yeso (modern Hokkaido).
The chart shows detailed coastal relief, harbour soundings, anchorages, and volcanic terrain surrounding the bay, reflecting early European naval surveys of northern Japan during the opening of the country to international navigation.

Published by the French Naval Hydrographic Office (Dépôt de la Marine), one of the most important producers of scientific sea charts in the 19th century.

Physical Notes:

Large engraved chart on original paper
Central fold as issued
Age toning, minor spotting and edge wear consistent with age

A striking early hydrographic chart of northern Japan, ideal for collectors of Japanese cartography, maritime exploration, or 19th-century naval charts.

Specifications: 52 x 66cm

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