Subject: Northern Asia
Period: 1692 (published)
Publication: L'Atlas en Abrege, ou Nouvelle Description du Monde
Color: Hand Color
Size:
6.4 x 5.3 inches
16.3 x 13.5 cm
Finely engraved little map of the northern part of Asia decorated with a title cartouche incorporating a tiny armorial shield. The Caspian Sea is located in the lower left of the map, while just south of the Arctic Circle the tombs of the ancient kings of Tartary are noted. The map is engraved to show the mountains and forests and includes the Great Wall of China.
References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.PEET-1a #36.
Condition: A
A crisp impression with light toning and soiling along the edges of the sheet.