47 Johann Christoph Weigel (1654–1725) – Map of France / Regnum Galliae Moderna – France (1717)

This decorative map shows the political geography of France in the early 18th century, including its provinces, major cities, and neighboring regions. Richly engraved and colored, it highlights territories such as Bretagne, Normandie, Champagne, and Provence. In the lower-left corner, the map features an allegorical cartouche with seated classical figures representing France and its maritime power, alongside the title and scale. The handwriting at the top identifies the country as Frankrike, indicating Swedish provenance or annotation.

Johann Christoph Weigel (1654–1725), also known as Weigel the Elder, was a prominent German engraver, publisher, and art dealer active in Nuremberg. He is best known for his detailed maps and illustrations, which combined baroque artistry with geographic precision. His work significantly contributed to the dissemination of cartographic and scientific knowledge in early modern Europe.

Artist or Maker:

Johann Christoph Weigel

Dimensions:

20 cm x 20 cm

Medium:

Engraving

Date:

1717

Condition Report:

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