5083 Jean Janvier (1730–1801) – Map of Europe Divided into Its Principal States – Engraving (Late 18th Century)

Jean Janvier (1730–1801) was a distinguished French cartographer and geographer of the late 18th century. He gained recognition for his finely crafted maps which combined scientific rigor with elegant design, contributing significantly to geographic knowledge during the Enlightenment. Janvier’s works were prized for their clarity, detail, and the incorporation of recent astronomical data, helping to advance the accuracy and aesthetic appeal of European cartography. His maps were widely circulated in atlases and scholarly publications, influencing both contemporary and later cartographers.

Artist or Maker:

Jean Janvier

Dimensions:

approx. 60 cm × 80 cm

Medium:

Engraving on laid paper

Date:

Late 18th Century

Condition Report:

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