1721 View : A Representation of the Fisheries of Great Britain dedicated to the directors of the South Sea Trading Co

14 x 20" copper engraved view of the ships of the British fishing trade , under hte south sea company. a vanity piece to praise the empire and its sea faring prowess . Amazing quality paper and printing, wide margin, beautiful hand laid paper with this piece possessing the Royal water mark bearing the seal of the manufacturer.The apex of the British Empire and its Naval and Fishing Fleets, as seen through paper, printing and patronage . Fine condition