Delisle Collection

MAP OF COLONIAL AMERICA. Delisles map of colonial America, 1718, showing the Mississippi valley in strikingly accurate detail and the first map to use Texas as a place-name

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Canada, Quebec. Blue-spotted salamander on fall-colored maple leaf. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. First autumn colors on staghorn sumac. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Great gray owl perched on stump in snowstorm. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Red fox cub at sunrise. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Male northern cardinal on limb after ice storm. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Great gray owl perched on tree limb at sunset. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec, Laurentian Mountains, Riviere du Nord. Fall maple foliage above river rapids. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec, Laurentian Mountains, Riviere du Nord. Fall colors reflecting on flowing river. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Shapes formed in fresh snow. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Ice-coated oak leaves after storm. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Close-up of fly agaric mushroom. Date: 08/07/2005

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Quebec, Canada. Autumn colors reflecting on water patterns. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Blue jay perched on stump in fall setting. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Blur of autumn colors in hardwood forest. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Close-up of gray jay perched on snow-covered pine limb. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Green frog pokes head out of duckweed floating on water. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Autumn leaf on pond reflecting autumn colors. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Peeling bark on paper birch tree. Date: 21/08/2004

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Canada, Quebec, Montreal. Water beads on lotus leaf at Montreal Botanical Garden. Date: 21/08/2004

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Canada, Quebec, Laurentians. Autumn foliage colors reflect on rapids in Riviere du Nord. Date: 21/08/2004

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Canada, Quebec, Laurentians. Autumn foliage colors reflect on rapids in Riviere du Nord. Date: 21/08/2004

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Canada, Quebec. Snowy owl flies low over snow. Date: 21/08/2004

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Canada, Alberta, Jasper National Park. Wood lilies at dusk. Date: 08/07/2005

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Canada, Quebec. Autumn leaves swirl on small creek. Date: 06/10/2004

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UK Territory, South Georgia Island. Mellow sunset reflects on water and sea ice. Date: 18/06/2005

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963482 Entree de l hotel du grand prieur, rue du Temple, construite en 1667, par Jacques de Souvre; d apres les plans de l architecte Delisle

MAP OF LOUISIANA TERRITORY. Detail of a map of the Mississippi Valley and the Louisisana Territory made by Guillaume Delisle, Nuremberg, Germany, 1734

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JEAN BAPTISTE ISOARD DE LISLE de Sales : French writer, described as Le Philosophe de la Nature - the engraving shows the Devil discomfited by a ray of light from Delisle. Date: 1743 - 1816

UNITED STATES MAP, 1734. Map of the Eastern United States (here called La Louisiane ) by Guillaume Delisle, Nuremberg, Germany, 1734

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"Delisle's Map of Colonial America: Unveiling the Rich History and Vast Territories of a New World" Step back in time with Delisle's remarkable map of colonial America, crafted in 1718. This captivating cartographic masterpiece offers a glimpse into the unexplored lands that would shape the course of history. With its intricate details and meticulous craftsmanship, this map serves as a window to an era when discovery and conquest were at their peak. As you study Delisle's creation, your eyes will be drawn to the mighty Mississippi River, prominently showcased as it winds its way through the heartland. A lifeline for trade and exploration, this majestic waterway symbolizes both opportunity and challenge for early settlers venturing into unknown territories. The carefully plotted boundaries on Delisle's map reveal the vastness of colonial America during this transformative period. From French Louisiana to British colonies along the eastern seaboard, each region is meticulously labeled, offering insights into diverse cultures and influences that shaped these lands. Delving deeper into this historical gem reveals not only geographical features but also intriguing hints about life in colonial times. The presence of settlements marked by tiny dots signifies bustling towns where dreams were pursued amidst untamed wilderness. These dots represent stories waiting to be unraveled - tales of resilience, struggle, triumphs, and tragedies etched upon every inch of this parchment. Beyond its practical purpose as a navigational tool for explorers or traders seeking new routes or markets lies an artistic marvel that captures imaginations even today. Delisle's attention to detail transforms mere lines on paper into vivid landscapes teeming with possibilities – inviting us all to embark on our own journey through time. So take a moment to immerse yourself in Delisle's extraordinary creation – let your imagination soar across uncharted territories while tracing paths once treaded by pioneers who dared to dream big.