This finely engraved map covers the western part of the Russian Empire into Siberia. It extends from Poland east to Irkurkoy, Ilimskoy, and the R. Tunguska, and south to include part of the Black and Caspian seas. The map provides topographical details, watershed, forests, and cities. The decorative title cartouche features a trio of wind heads and two bears. At top right a key translates Russian and Tartarian terms used on the map into French. This is the Santini/Remondini issue of the classic Didier Robert de Vaugondy map.

References: Rumsey #12039.113.

Condition: A

A nice impression with contemporary outline color and later color in the cartouche, on a sheet with an "R" watermark. There is a hint of soiling, mostly confined to the margins.