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Ancient Egypt Map – Ægyptus Antiqua by D’Anville, Paris circa 1765
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Ancient Egypt Map – Ægyptus Antiqua by D’Anville, Paris circa 1765
Description:
This finely detailed antique map titled "Ægyptus Antiqua" presents an elegant depiction of ancient Egypt as interpreted through classical sources. Compiled by Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville, one of the 18th century’s most respected French cartographers, this map was published in Paris around 1765. It was part of a scholarly atlas commissioned for the education of the French dauphin, as indicated by the title's reference “Mandato Serenissimi Delphini.”
The map focuses on the Nile River’s course from the Mediterranean through Upper Egypt and Nubia, showcasing a wealth of historical information from Greco-Roman geography. Ancient cities such as Thebes, Memphis, Syene, and Alexandria are clearly marked alongside Roman roads, mountain ranges, and important topographical features. An extensive index on the left lists ancient place names numerically, corresponding with their positions on the map.
What sets this piece apart is its refined engraving style and classical typographic flourishes, typical of Enlightenment-era French cartography. D’Anville’s work is celebrated for its scholarly rigor, drawing on both ancient texts and contemporary geographic knowledge, and this map exemplifies his approach to historical reconstruction.
Printed on laid paper and delicately hand-colored with washes outlining the Nile valley and bordering regions such as Arabia Petraea and Aethiopia, the map maintains an appealing balance of clarity and decoration. It includes an inset Roman itinerary table (Mensurae Itinerariae) offering travel distances in Roman miles, adding both context and charm.
Condition summary:
Good condition with wide margins and original outline color. Some minor age toning around the edges, and a small number in manuscript ink at upper right. No significant tears or repairs. Paper is strong and well-preserved.
Framing suggestion:
This map would look striking in a gold or black neoclassical frame with a warm ivory or parchment-toned mat. A non-reflective glass option would protect the piece while ensuring legibility of the intricate detailing. Ideal for libraries, studies, or collectors of classical antiquity or cartographic history.
- Dimensions:Height: 22.01 in (55.9 cm)Width: 15.99 in (40.6 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:Paper,Engraved
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1765
- Condition:Good condition with wide margins and original outline color. Some minor age toning around the edges, and a small number in manuscript ink at upper right. No significant tears or repairs. Paper is strong and well-preserved.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-12763-51stDibs: LU3054345439552
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