Subject: Southern Asia
Period: 1692 (published)
Publication: L'Atlas en Abrege, ou Nouvelle Description du Monde
Color: Hand Color
Size:
6.1 x 5.4 inches
15.5 x 13.7 cm
Finely engraved map of the region including northern India and stretching from Afghanistan, through Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan. Filled with detail of mountains, rivers and cities and adorned with a title cartouche incorporating a tiny coat of arms.
References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.PEET-1a #37.
Condition: A
A crisp impression with a hint of toning, minor marginal soiling, and a tiny centerfold separation at bottom.