Antique Map of Northern Europe and European Russia, ca.1780

About the Item

Antique map titled 'Le Nord de L'Europe, Contenant Le Danemark, La Norwege; La Suede et La Laponie avec la Majeure Partie de al Russie Europeenne.' Map of Northern Europe and European Russia. Covers the modern day countries of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland as well as parts of Russia (including Moscow), Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia. Highly detailed, showing towns, rivers, some topographical features and political boundaries. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Rigobert Bonne' after an anonymous artist. Rigobert Bonne (1727-1795 ) was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the Depôt de la Marine. Working in his official capacity Bonne compiled some of the most detailed and accurate maps of the period. Bonne's work represents an important step in the evolution of the cartographic ideology away from the decorative work of the 17th and early 18th century towards a more detail oriented and practical aesthetic. With regard to the rendering of terrain Bonne maps bear many stylistic similarities to those of his predecessor, Bellin. However, Bonne maps generally abandon such common 18th century decorative features such as hand coloring, elaborate decorative cartouches, and compass roses. While mostly focusing on coastal regions, the work of Bonne is highly regarded for its detail, historical importance, and overall aesthetic appeal.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 14.97 in (38 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.02 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

1780-1789

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1780

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Condition: Good, given age. Slight discolouriation near middle fold. Paper slightly browned at places. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully.

Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

Reference Number:

Seller: PCT-620311stDibs: LU3054327298632

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