Subject: Switzerland
Period: 1682 (published)
Publication: Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle
Color: Hand Color
Size:
5.1 x 3.9 inches
13 x 9.9 cm
This miniature map of Switzerland depicts major towns and key topographical features. This is the second state with the addition of new nomenclature. 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: A
A crisp impression on watermarked paper with contemporary outline color in the map and later color in the cartouche, and light toning along the edges of the sheet.
