29 Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville - Map of India / Ad Antiquam Indiae Geographiam Tabula
"Ad Antiquam Indiae Geographiam Tabula"
Large hand-coloured double-page map of India. This map originates from ”Atlas Antiquus Danvillianus. Conspectus tabularum geographicarum”. This work was published in Nuremberg by Christoph Weigel, 1784.
Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville (1697–1782) was a renowned French cartographer and geographer, considered one of the most skilled mapmakers of the 18th century. He is known for his meticulous attention to detail and his contributions to the accuracy of geographical knowledge, particularly in mapping the ancient world. D'Anville's work was highly regarded by scholars and explorers, and his maps were widely used by the French government and military. His innovations in mapmaking included a focus on accurate topography and the use of contemporary sources to improve the precision of maps.
Artist or Maker:
Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville
Dimensions:
73 cm x 58 cm
Medium:
Engraving
Date:
1784
- Condition:This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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