23 Jean Baptiste Louis Clouet - Decorative map of Portugal - Royaume de Portugal Estremadure Alentejo

Hand coloured map of Portugal by the famous French cartographer and geographer Jean Baptiste Louis Clouet, originates from "Géographie moderne avec une introduction." The work was published by Mondhare in Paris, 1785.

This map features, at its center, a color map of the ancient Kingdom of Portugal and its bordering regions, highlighting numerous significant geographical and topographical elements of the time, such as cities, towns, rivers, and mountains. The map is flanked by explanatory text written in French.

Jean Baptiste Louis Clouet (1729–1790) was a renowned French cartographer and geographer, best known for his detailed and precise maps. He was appointed Royal Geographer of the Academy of Sciences in Rouen, a prestigious position reflecting his expertise in geography. Clouet operated offices in both Paris and Cádiz, allowing him to play a significant role in European mapmaking during the 18th century. His most famous work, "Géographie Moderne" (1767), is a comprehensive atlas that includes maps of various regions, reflecting the advanced cartographic knowledge of his time.

Artist or Maker: 

Jean Baptiste Louis Clouet

Medium: 

Copper engraving

Date: 

1785