Subject: Egypt
Period: 1682 (published)
Publication: Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle
Color: Hand Color
Size:
4.1 x 5 inches
10.4 x 12.7 cm
A charming miniature map of Egypt, extending south to Quesir (Cossir). The pyramids are depicted just south of Giza. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson's nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson.
References: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI Fa.
Condition: B+
A crisp impression and attractive color on watermarked paper with light toning along centerfold.