Antique Map of Japan by Allain Manesson Mallet, France, 1683

Reference
BG-09353
Date
1683
Region
Asia
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
20.8 x 13.4 cm (8.2 x 5.3 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 290

A charming late 17th century French map with a very decorative title cartouche showing trumpet-blowing cherubs, by Allain Manneson Mallet (1630-1706), a well traveled military engineer and geographer who worked in 17th century France under King Louis XIV.

This map originates from "Description de l'Univers", contenant les differents systemes du Monde (..) par Allain Manesson Mallet. Paris, Chez Denys Thierry, Rue S. Jacques, MDCLXXXIII (First edition, Paris, 1683). French text on verso.

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