Antique Map of Northern India by Bonne, 1780

About the Item

Antique map titled 'Carte de la partie Supérieure de l'Inde (..)'. A fine example of Rigobert Bonne and Guilleme Raynal?s 1780 map of northern India. Covers the northern part of India from Kandahar (Candahar) and Kashmir (Cachemire) south as far as Decan. Includes the areas claimed by the Mogol Empire, as well as adjacent parts of Tibet and Nepal. Names countless cities and river ways, as well as wind directions and some undersea shoals and other dangers. An inset in the upper right quadrant details the Mouth of the Ganges River. Drawn by R. Bonne for G. Raynal?s Atlas de Toutes les Parties Connues du Globe Terrestre, Dressé pour l'Histoire Philosophique et Politique des Établissemens et du Commerce des Européens dans les Deux Indes Artists and Engravers: Rigobert Bonne, (1727 - 1795), was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. He succeeded Jacques Nicolas Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the French Depôt de la Marine. Artist: Rigobert Bonne, (1727 - 1795), was one of the most important cartographers of the late 18th century. He succeeded Jacques Nicolas Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the French Depôt de la Marine. Condition: Fair, age-related toning. Defect and stain lower part of map. Please study image carefully. Date: 1780 Overall size: 36 x 25.5 cm. Image size: 0.001 x 32 x 21.5 cm. Antique prints have long been appreciated for both their aesthetic and investment value. They were the product of engraved, etched or lithographed plates. These plates were handmade out of wood or metal, which required an incredible level of skill, patience and craftsmanship. Whether you have a house with Victorian furniture or more contemporary decor an old engraving can enhance your living space. We offer a wide range of authentic antique prints for any budget.

Dimensions:

Height: 10.04 in (25.5 cm)Width: 14.18 in (36 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)

Materials and Techniques:

Paper

Period:

18th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1780

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Seller Location:

Langweer, NL

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