Map of France on the cusp of Revolution
£700
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An uncommon map of France published seven years before the French Revolution of 1789, with a finely engraved title cartouche celebrating the achievements of the monarchy. Down the sides are a large plan of Paris and 15 smaller inset plans of the other cities of the country with a brief description. France is divided into the old comtés and the post roads are marked.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 720 × 510 mm |
|---|---|
| Cartographer | |
| Date | 1782 |
| Extra Info | La France divisée en ses Principaux Gouvernements Avec toutes les Routes de ce Royaume, dressée sur les observations de Mess.rs. de l'Académie des Sciences, dédiée et présentée au Roy. |
| Publication | Paris, 1782. Fine original colour. 510 x 720mm. |
| Condition | A good example. |
| References | – |
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