John Senex Paintings & Artwork for Sale | John Senex Art Value Price Guide

Nov. 01, 2024
John Senex (fl. 1700-1740), hand colored map
Est: $160 - $220
John Senex (fl. 1700-1740), North America According to the Latest Observations hand colored map, early 18th c., 5 3/4" x 7", frame - 15" x 16 3/4". Competitive in-house shipping is available for this lot.
Pook & Pook Inc.
Sep. 12, 2024
John Senex, A New Map of Great Britain
Est: £100 - £150
John Senex, A New Map of Great Britain engraved map with original hand colouring, with inset map of Orkney and the Shetland Islands, with decorative title and dedication cartouches, on two joined sheets, framed, 37 x 25½in. (93.9 x 64.7cm.).
Martel Maides
Aug. 31, 2024
J. SENEX (? -1740), Map of Mesopotamia, around 1711, Copper engraving
Est: €300 - €400
John Senex (unkn. -1740 ibid.): Flumina Paradisi Geographical map of Mesopotamia, c. 1711, Copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on Paper Inscription: Upper right inscribed in the printing plate: "Situs Chorographia et Flumina Paradisi in Terra Canaan". Date: c. 1711 Description: Multilingual geographical map with rivers and bodies of water in the Mesopotamian region. Source: Philipp Clüver (1580 Gdansk-1622 Leiden) Atlas antiquus, 1711 | Book, Landscape Keywords: Mesopotamia, Arabia, Egypt, Mediterranean, rivers, waters, 18th century, Classicism, Maps, Saudi Arabia, Size: Paper: 17,6 cm x 22,8 cm (6,9 x 9 in), Depiction: 13,5 cm x 21,0 cm (5,3 x 8,3 in)
Fichter Kunsthandel
Aug. 22, 2024
Senex (John) A New Map of the English Empire in the Ocean of America or West Indies / A New Map of the Island of Jamaica, engraved map, [1721]
Est: £150 - £200
Senex (John) A New Map of the English Empire in the Ocean of America or West Indies / A New Map of the Island of Jamaica, general chart of the West Indies and the islands of Jamaica, Barbados, Bermuda, Tobago, Antigua and St. Kitts, engraved chart with hand-colouring, sheet 530 x 625 mm (20 7/8 x 24 1/2 in), trimmed to or just within the platemark at upper and left edge, marginal nicks and tears, some tape stains, surface dirt and browning, unframed, 1721
Forum Auctions - UK
Aug. 20, 2024
MAP, Low Countries, Senex
Est: $200 - $230
Belgium & Luxembourg. John Senex, The Spanish Netherlands Commonly Called Flanders, 1719 (dated). Hand Color. This detailed map of the historic region of Flanders extends east to Duseldorf and Koblentz in Germany and south to Beauvais and Reims in France. There is good detail of cities, political boundaries, and the extensive river system in the region.
Old World Auctions
Aug. 20, 2024
MAP, Ireland, Senex
Est: $750 - $900
Ireland. John Senex, Ireland Corrected from the Latest Observations Divided into Its Provinces, Counties & Baronies Shewing the Principal Roads, and the Distances of Places..., from The English Atlas..., 1712 (dated). Hand Color. This handsome large map is joined on two sheets and depicts Ireland in its entirety. It is delineated by several political divisions, with a legend at bottom identifying fortified cities and towns, market towns, barracks, roads, ferries, forts, and even boggs. The map also includes "distances of places, in common reputed miles, by inspection, where barracks are erected." An inset at bottom right depicts the full British Isles. Elaborately embellished by a title cartouche featuring allegorical representations of harvest and music surrounding the Irish coat of arms. A secondary cartouche at lower left contains a dedication to Sir Donough O'Brien (1642-1717), 1st Baronet of Leameneh. LITERATURE: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.SEN-1c #8.
Old World Auctions
Aug. 20, 2024
MAP, Mexico, Senex
Est: $400 - $500
Rare Sea Chart of Pacific Coast from Mexico to Peru. Western Mexico, Central America & South America. John Senex, The West Coast of South America from Lima to Panama and from Thence to Cape Corientes, from Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis..., 1728 (published). Hand Color. This rare sea chart covers the Pacific coast of Mexico, Central America, and South America from Cabo Corrientes in Jalisco south to Lima, Peru. Along the coast are place names, including Acapulco, Puerto Escondido, Guatemala City, Panama Bay, Guayaquil, Trujillo, Lima, and numerous volcanoes, capes, and bays. Mexico City is the only inland city identified. The Galapagos are partly obscured by one of the map's two ornate compass roses. The chart's Great South Sea is crisscrossed by rhumblines. It was published in Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis, an atlas with several joint publishers, among them James and John Knapton, William and John Innys, and John Senex. Senex is often credited with preparing the various charts therein. Most likely engraved by Samuel Parker, who is credited on other charts in the atlas. According to Shirley, the atlas is often catalogued under Astronomer-Royal Edmund Halley, who contributes an introductory note on the projection used throughout the atlas. LITERATURE: Phillips (Atlases) #3298-52; Shirley (BL Atlases) #M.HALL-1a #52.
Old World Auctions
Jul. 10, 2024
PRICE, Charles (fl.1697-1733) and John SENEX (1678-1740). AN EARLY ENGLISH
Est: £20,000 - £30,000
PRICE, Charles (fl.1697-1733) and John SENEX (1678-1740). AN EARLY ENGLISH 2¾-INCH POCKET GLOBE, CIRCA 1710. 3 in. (7.5 cm.) diameter in case.
Christie's
Jun. 13, 2024
London.- Senex (John) A Plan of the City's of London, Westminster and Borough of Southwark; with the new Additional Buildings, 1720
Est: £200 - £300
London.- Senex (John) A Plan of the City's of London, Westminster and Borough of Southwark; with the new Additional Buildings, plan of London centred on Temple, with reference key below, engraving with hand-colouring, sheet 520 x 625 mm (20 1/2 x 24 1/2 in), laid onto card support, the central vertical fold with visible splitting, other small areas of loss and repaired tears, surface dirt, unframed, [Howgego 65], 1720
Forum Auctions - UK
Apr. 13, 2024
Two Maps of The Golden Islands and Ismuth of Darien by John Senex (London, 1721)
Est: $150 - $300
Two Maps of The Golden Islands and Ismuth of Darien by John Senex (London, 1721) Two engraved maps by John Senex (British, 1678-1740 ), published in A New General Atlas, London, 1721. Including "A Draft of the Golden & Adjacent Islands with Part of the Isthmus of Darien" and "A New Map of Ye Isthmus of Darien in America, the Bay of Panama, The Gulph of Vallona or St. Michael, with its Islands & Countries Adjacent."
Bray & Co. Auctions
Mar. 14, 2024
John Senex Map of Louisiana & Mississippi River
Est: $800 - $1,000
John Senex A Map of Louisiana and the River Mississipi [sic], London, 1721, engraving with hand coloring; English translation after Guillaume Delisle's 1718 map. Lower right reads "This map of the Mississippi is humbly inscribed to William Law of Lanreston". Sight 18 1/2" x 21 3/4" (with frame 29 1/4" x 32 1/4"). Original vertical crease at center and additional vertical crease at left, minor creases along left side and small tear from left edge, toning and discoloration throughout.
Willow Auction House
Mar. 14, 2024
SENEX, John (d.1740) A New Map of the English Empire in America viz Virginia, New York, MaryLand, New Iarsey, Carolina, New England, Pennsylvania, Newfoundland, New France &c.. [London], 1719.
Est: $600 - $800
SENEX, John (d.1740) A New Map of the English Empire in America viz Virginia, New York, MaryLand, New Iarsey, Carolina, New England, Pennsylvania, Newfoundland, New France &c.. [London], 1719. Engraved map of America hand-colored in outline, visible area 19 7/8 x 23 3/8 in. (505 x 594 mm). Framed (unexamined out of frame). Inset plan of Boston, inset map: "A Generall Map of the Coasts & Isles of Europe, Africa and America." Burden's 4th state of Morden's map, first issued ca 1698, with Senex's imprint and with the dedication to Herver Edgly Herver of Clapham replacing the Royal Arms in the cartouche. Burden II 750.
Hindman
Mar. 12, 2024
MAP, Mexico, Senex
Est: $550 - $700
Rare Sea Chart of Pacific Coast from Mexico to Peru. Western Mexico, Central America & South America. John Senex, The West Coast of South America from Lima to Panama and from Thence to Cape Corientes, from Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis..., 1728 (published). Hand Color. This rare sea chart covers the Pacific coast of Mexico, Central America, and South America from Cabo Corrientes in Jalisco south to Lima, Peru. Along the coast are place names, including Acapulco, Puerto Escondido, Guatemala City, Panama Bay, Guayaquil, Trujillo, Lima, and numerous volcanoes, capes, and bays. Mexico City is the only inland city identified. The Galapagos are partly obscured by one of the map's two ornate compass roses. The chart's Great South Sea is crisscrossed by rhumblines. It was published in Atlas Maritimus & Commercialis, an atlas with several joint publishers, among them James and John Knapton, William and John Innys, and John Senex. Senex is often credited with preparing the various charts therein. Most likely engraved by Samuel Parker, who is credited on other charts in the atlas. According to Shirley, the atlas is often catalogued under Astronomer-Royal Edmund Halley, who contributes an introductory note on the projection used throughout the atlas. LITERATURE: Phillips (Atlases) #3298-52; Shirley (BL Atlases) #M.HALL-1a #52.
Old World Auctions
Jan. 24, 2024
John Senex, New Map of India and China
Est: $500 - $800
(1678-1740) published c. 1721, London, East India Company. Engraving with outline color. Sight: 19-3/4"h x 23-3/4"w Overall: 29-3/4"h x 33-3/4"w
Nye & Company
Dec. 30, 2023
J. SENEX (? -1740), Map of Mesopotamia, around 1711, Copper engraving
Est: €300 - €400
John Senex (unkn. -1740 ibid.): Flumina Paradisi Geographical map of Mesopotamia, c. 1711, Copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on Paper Inscription: Upper right inscribed in the printing plate: "Situs Chorographia et Flumina Paradisi in Terra Canaan". Date: c. 1711 Description: Multilingual geographical map with rivers and bodies of water in the Mesopotamian region. Source: Philipp Clüver (1580 Gdansk-1622 Leiden) Atlas antiquus, 1711 | Book, Landscape Keywords: Mesopotamia, Arabia, Egypt, Mediterranean, rivers, waters, 18th century, Classicism, Maps, Saudi Arabia,
Fichter Kunsthandel
Dec. 09, 2023
SENEX MAP OF INDIA AND CHINA
Est: $800 - $1,200
SENEX, John (1678-1740). A New Map of India and China… Engraving with original hand color in outline. London: East India Company, c. 1721. 19 1/4" x 22 3/4" plate.
Arader Galleries
Dec. 09, 2023
JOHN SENEX MAP OF DENMARK
Est: $800 - $1,200
SENEX, John (1678-1740). A New Map of the Kingdom of Denmark. Engraving with original hand color in outline. London: John Senex, 1719. From General Atlas. 19 1/8" x 21 5/8” plate, 29 1/4" x 31 5/8” framed.
Arader Galleries
Nov. 23, 2023
John Senex, A New Map of Great Britian
Est: £100 - £150
John Senex, A New Map of Great Britian engraved map with original hand colouring, with inset map of Orkney and the Shetland Islands, with decorative title and dedication cartouches, on two joined sheets, framed, 37 x 25½in. (93.9 x 64.7cm.).
Martel Maides
Oct. 04, 2023
JOHN SENEX, ENGLISH 1678-1740, LARGE MAP OF IRELAND, Hand colored engraving, Frame: 40 1/2 x 28 x 28 in. (102.9 x 71.1 x 71.1 cm.)
Est: $200 - $400
JOHN SENEX ENGLISH, 1678-1740 LARGE MAP OF IRELAND Hand colored engraving
Potomack Company
Oct. 03, 2023
JOHN SENEX (1680-1740) and RW SEALE (1732-1775) "Map of the World described in the Old and New Testaments"
Est: €90 - €120
Copper engraving Engraved by Seale after Senex. Title on card. Measurements: 37 x 42.5 cm
Ansorena
May. 20, 2023
John Senex, "The Kingdom of China"
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
Hand colored 18th century map "newly augmented" by British cartographer John Senex (1678 - 1740). Originally sold by London merchants Thomas Bassett in Fleet Street and Richard Chiswell in St. Paul's Churchyard. Map exhibits discoloration and a single discernible vertical fold down the center of the piece. Mounted on glass, on the verso of the map itself is a detailed "Description of the Kingdom of China" and, on the frame, a guarantee by I.D.L. Antiques (Hong Kong). Map measures 20" x 15 1/4" by sight. Hogarth frame in fine condition. Not inspected out of frame. From the carefully curated collection of a Pan Am flight attendant, in service between the years of 1954 and 1984. Her many travels took her through Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the South Pacific. Large shipping item. Please inquire regarding shipping rates prior to bidding. Keywords: English, mapmaker, cartography, antiquarian, kingdome, Asia, Asian
Nest Egg Auctions
May. 20, 2023
John Senex, "A New Map of Europe"
Est: $300 - $500
"From the latest observations." Hand colored 18th century (c. 1715 - 1727) map by British cartographer John Senex (1678 - 1740). "Inscribed to the Honorable Samuel Molyneux, Esq. Secretary to his Royal Highness the Prince." The map exhibits discoloration and a single discernible vertical fold down the center of the piece. Map measures 23" x 20" by sight. Wooden frame in fine condition and measures 30 1/2" x 27" x 3/4". Foxing on matting. Not inspected out of frame. From the carefully curated collection of a Pan Am flight attendant, in service between the years of 1954 and 1984. Her many travels took her through Central America, Europe, Africa, Asia and the South Pacific. Large shipping item. Please inquire regarding shipping rates prior to bidding. Keywords: English, mapmaker, cartography, antiquarian, European
Nest Egg Auctions
Apr. 27, 2023
Spain.- Senex (John) A Correct Map of Spain & Portugal..., engraved map [c.1720]; and 3 other maps of the Iberian Peninsula, 18th century (4)
Est: £150 - £200
NO RESERVE Spain.- Senex (John) A Correct Map of Spain & Portugal According to the newest Observations and Discoveries comunicated to the Royal Society at London and the Royal Academy at Paris, large map showing the Iberian Peninsula, including the islands of Minorca and Mallorca, as well as the Gibraltar Straits, engraving with full original hand-colouring, on two sheets of conjoined laid paper, total sheet 680 x 960 mm (26 3/4 x 37 3/4 in), mounted on linen, central vertical fold, large repaired tear to lower left quadrant, some even toning and minor surface dirt, unframed, [circa 1720]; together with 3 other maps of the Iberian Peninsula, including two variant coloured impressions of Bowen's 'A New Accurate Map of Spain and Portugal', and a hand-coloured example of R.W. Seale's 'A Map of the Kingdoms of Spain and Portugal', engravings, each approx. 400 x 500 mm (15 3/4 x 19 3/4 in), all unframed, 18th century (4)
Forum Auctions - UK
Mar. 23, 2023
Britain.- Senex (John) Jefferys's Itinerary; or Travellers Companion, through England, Wales, and Part of Scotland, Printed for R. Sayer and J. Bennett, 1775.
Est: £400 - £600
Britain.- Senex (John) Jefferys's Itinerary; or Travellers Companion, through England, Wales, and Part of Scotland, letterpress title, preface and index, engraved general map and 104 strip maps, title and a few maps with small repairs, general map trimmed, some light foxing and browning, modern cloth, oblong 4to, Printed for R. Sayer and J. Bennett, 1775.
Forum Auctions - UK
Dec. 23, 2022
Senex - LARGE LOT of 23 Map Engravings
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
Included in this lot: 8 Engravings of Family Shields or Crests of Subscribers to Senex's Work A New Map of France A Map of Greece A New Map of the Kingdom of Denmark Map of Scandinavia with Kingdoms of Sweden, Norway Map of Moscovey in Europe Map of the Empire of Germany Map of the Spanish Netherlands commonly called Flanders A New Map of France A New Map of France Map of Switzerland and the Country of the Grisons Map of Spain & Portugal Map of Italy with Inset of Sicily A New Map of Savoy and Piedmont A Map of Hungary A Map of Greece Description: This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Dec. 09, 2022
John Senex, The Road from Glocester to C
Est: £30 - £50
John Senex, The Road from Glocester to Coventry, The Road from Hereford to Leicester, The Road from Bristol to Banbury, The Road from Bristol to Worcester, The Road from Salisbury to Campden, circa 1719, engraved strip road maps with later hand colouring, 19cm x 23cm, all unframed (5)
Kinghams Auctioneers
Dec. 01, 2022
Britain.- Senex (John) Jefferys's Itinerary; or Travellers Companion, through England, Wales, and Part of Scotland, Printed for R. Sayer and J. Bennett, 1775.
Est: £750 - £1,000
Britain.- Senex (John) Jefferys's Itinerary; or Travellers Companion, through England, Wales, and Part of Scotland, letterpress title, preface and index, engraved general map and 104 strip maps, title and a few maps with small repairs, general map trimmed, some light foxing and browning, modern cloth, oblong 4to, Printed for R. Sayer and J. Bennett, 1775.
Forum Auctions - UK
Nov. 29, 2022
Senex. A New Map of the World. 1721.
Est: $800 - $1,200
[Map/World] John Senex (1678, London 1740, London). London: Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, John Darby, John Senex and others, 1721. Handcolored copperplate engraved map. Four smaller projections with original hand-color outline in each corner. The cartouche contains the title and a dedication to George, Prince of Wales. Image: 20 3/4" x 16 1/2". Framed: 29" x 25".
Quinn's Auction Galleries
Nov. 19, 2022
Senex, New Map of Great Britain
Est: $800 - $1,200
SENEX, John (1678-1740). A New Map of Great Britain. Engraved map with original hand color in outline. London, 1714. 37 5/8" x 27" sheet. Originally part of the English Atlas compiled by Price, Maxwell and Senex, but printed in this format by Senex after the partnership's dissolution. Map features inset projection of The Islands of Orkney and Shetland
Arader Galleries
Nov. 03, 2022
[MAPS & ATLASES]. SENEX, John (1678-1740). North America Corrected from the Observations Communicated to the Royal Society at London and the Royal Academy at Paris. London: N.p., 1710.
Est: $600 - $800
[MAPS & ATLASES]. SENEX, John (1678-1740). North America Corrected from the Observations Communicated to the Royal Society at London and the Royal Academy at Paris. London: N.p., 1710. Copper engraved map on two sheets joined, hand-colored in outline, visible 25 1/2 x 37 1/4 in. (Some toning0 short tear near Baffin Bay, old creases.) Matted and framed. Third state as identified by Barry Lawrence Ruderman (second state listed in Stevens & Tree) with "By John Senex F. R. S. 1710". With Price & Maxwell's name deleted from the title, as seen in the first state. No imprint beneath the scales in the lower left, as seen in later states. Considered one of the earliest and most accurate large-scale maps of North America produced in England. Senex incorporated information from recently published works including Delisle's Carte du Mexique et de la Floride and Carte de la Canada, himself improving upon this foundation with excellent depictions of the Great Lakes region and the lower Mississippi River and delta. Also includes Lahontan's mythical Long River, Terra Incognita beyond Baffin Bay, and some strange locations and rivers in west Texas. Stephens & Tree 61a*. Estate of Carroll J. Delery III, Formerly the "Historical Shop"
Hindman
Sep. 28, 2022
JOHN SENEX (1680-1740) and RW SEALE (1732-1775) "Map of the World described in the Old and New Testaments"
Est: €105 - €140
Copper engraving Engraving by Seale after Senex. Title on card. Ref: John Baskett's Holy Bible, (Vinegar Bible). Oxford 1717 Measurements: 37 x 42.5 cm
Ansorena
Apr. 27, 2022
John Senex Map of Louisiana & Mississippi River 1721
Est: $400 - $600
John Senex (English, 1678-1740). "Map of Louisiana and the River Mississippi," from "A New General Atlas," London, 1721. Dedicated to William Law of Lanreston. This map is an English translation of Guillaume Delisle's 1718 map of the region, the first to show the details of Texas, the Mississippi, and the Gulf Region. Provenance: Collection of William J. Gratz, Minnesota; the James J. Hill Reference Library. Certain individuals are prohibited by law to purchase items in this auction. Descendants of James J. Hill within three generations (Great Grandchildren and closer) are not allowed to purchase items. Additionally, board members of the foundation and their families (spouses, children, spouses of children, grandchildren) are also prohibited from purchasing items.
Revere Auctions
Jan. 29, 2022
J.SENEX (? -1740), Flumina Paradisi Map of Mesopotamia, around 1711, Copper engraving
Est: €150 - €200
John Senex (unb. -1740 ebd.): Flumina Paradisi Geographical map of Mesopotamia, c. 1711, Copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on Paper Inscription: Upper right inscribed in the printing plate: "Situs Chorographia et Flumina Paradisi in Terra Canaan". Date: c. 1711 Description: Multilingual geographical map with rivers and water bodies in the area of Mesopotamia. Source: Philipp Clüver (1580 Gdansk-1622 Leiden) Atlas antiquus, 1711 | Book, Landscape Keywords: Mesopotamia, Arabia, Egypt, Mediterranean Sea, Rivers, Waters, 18th century, Classicism, Maps, Saudi Arabia, Size: 17,6 cm x 22,8 cm (6,9 x 9 in), Depiction: 13,5 cm x 21,0 cm (5,3 x 8,3 in) Condition: Good condition. The sheet is discoloured due to its age. Slightly light margins. Slightly wavy along the lower edge and in the centre.
Fichter Kunsthandel
Nov. 13, 2021
Senex - A Map of Louisiana and of the River Mississipi (Mississippi)
Est: $4,000 - $8,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Nov. 06, 2021
Senex - A New Map of the City of Amsterdam
Est: $400 - $800
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Nov. 04, 2021
Globes.- Wright (Thomas) The use of the globes...Explaining and Demonstrating the most natural Propositions relating to Astronomy, Geography, and Dialing, John Senex, 1740.
Est: £150 - £200
NO RESERVE Globes.- Wright (Thomas) The use of the globes: or, the general doctrine of the sphere: Explaining and Demonstrating the most natural Propositions relating to Astronomy, Geography, and Dialing, title in red and black, engraved frontispiece and 28 plates (of 29), all but 2 folding, final errata / advertisement f., H2 piece out of margin, occasional spotting, contemporary calf, gilt, spine ends little chipped, rubbed, [Houzeau & Lancaster 9756], 8vo, Printed for John Senex, 1740. ⁂ Provenance: 'Henry Hoste Henley, August 2d 1785' (of Sandringham Hall, Norfolk) (ink inscription to to front free endpaper); Robert J. Hayhurst (bookplate).
Forum Auctions - UK
Oct. 30, 2021
Senex - A New Map of the World
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Oct. 23, 2021
Senex - A New Map of London
Est: $1,000 - $2,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Oct. 23, 2021
Senex - A New Map of Rome (showing its ancient and present situation)
Est: $500 - $1,500
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Oct. 23, 2021
Senex - A Map of the Island and Kingdom of Sicily
Est: $400 - $800
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Sep. 30, 2021
JOHN SENEX (1680-1740) y R.W. SEALE (1732-1775) "Map of the World described in the Old and New Testament"
Est: €150 - €200
Engraved by Seale after Senex. Title in cartouche Ref: John Baskett's Holy Bible, (Vinegar Bible). Oxford 1717 . Copper engraving .37 x 42,5 cm
Ansorena
Sep. 19, 2021
JOHN SENEX (1678 LUDLOW - 1740 LONDON)
Est: -
2 teilkolorierte Karten (Stiche) des frühen 18. Jahrhunderts, 1x ¨Scandinavia and it´s confines¨ (1719), 1x ¨Switzerland and the Country of the Grisons¨, ca. 41,5x54cm, gerahmt (58x68,5cm), Papier stark gewellt, (stock-)fleckig und gebräunt
Auktionshaus Rotherbaum OHG
Sep. 11, 2021
Senex - A New Map of Virginia, Maryland, and the Improved Parts of Pennsylvania & New Jersey
Est: $3,000 - $5,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Sep. 11, 2021
Senex - A New Map of Asia
Est: $2,000 - $4,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Sep. 11, 2021
Senex - Map of the Dutch Netherlands or the Seven United Provinces commonly called Holland
Est: $400 - $800
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Sep. 04, 2021
Senex - A New Map of the Isthmus of Darien in America, The Bay of Panama…
Est: $500 - $1,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Sep. 04, 2021
Senex - A New Map of England
Est: $500 - $1,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
Trillium Antique Prints & Rare Books
Sep. 04, 2021
Senex - Map of Turkey, Arabia, and Persia
Est: $500 - $1,000
This historic map is from John Senex's A New General Atlas, Containing a geographical and historical account of all the empires, kingdoms and other dominions of the world: with the natural history and trade of each country. The work was published in Londong by Daniel Browne, Thomas Taylor, et al in 1721. Sabin noted of this work that it is "chiefly interesting for the copiousness of its information concerning America." Shirley describes the formation of the atlas: "Proposals for printing were advertised in the 'Post Boy' for October 1718, and the subscribers were invited by means of insertions in other newspapers subsequently. The atlas was claimed to be based on the best authors, particularly Cluverius, Breitius, Cellarius, Blaeu, Baudrand, Hoffman, the two Sansons, Lutys and other geographers. According to the dates on them, several of the maps were engraved between 1719 and the publication of the atlas in 1721. All the maps carry Senex's name, and those stating that they were 'Revis'd by J. Senex' are ... believed to be from plates previously owned or published by Christopher Browne." John Senex (1678-1740) was a prominent English cartographer, surveyor, globemaker, and geographer. He apprentice to the bookseller, Robert Clavell, and worked with many other mapmakers including Jeremiah Seller and Charles Price. His stock of maps would eventually be acquired by William Herbert and Robert Sayer and his globes to James Ferguson.
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