Subject: Southwestern France
Period: 1670 (circa)
Publication: Atlas Major
Color: Hand Color
Size:
23.3 x 17.5 inches
59.2 x 44.5 cm
A detailed map of the historical Guyenne and Gascony regions in southwest France, covering the region from the mouth of the Garonne River to Lodeve in the east, and from Limoges in the north to the Pyrenees in the south. It is densely engraved with cities, illustrated topography and the river system in the region. Numerous armorial shields from the region adorn the map, and the strapwork title cartouche features grapes and two fauns. Blank verso.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #4540:2.
Condition: B+
A nice impression with full contemporary color on a lightly toned sheet with dampstain along the top edge of the sheet.
