Antique Map of Kyoto located in The Kansai Region on the Island of Honshu, c1740

Reference
BG-03561
Region
Asia
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
31.0 x 23.0 cm (12.2 x 9.1 in)
Condition
Fair
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 450

Antique map titled 'Plan de la Ville de Meaco'.

Detailed plan of Kyoto, located in the Kansai region on the island of Honshu, Japan. This map most likely originates from an edition of 'Histoire et description generale du Japon' by P.F.X. de Charlevoix.

Artists and Engravers: Jacques-Nicolas Bellin (1703-1772) was among the most important mapmakers of the eighteenth century. In 1721, at age 18, he was appointed hydrographer (chief cartographer) to the French Navy. In August 1741, he became the first Ingénieur de la Marine of the Depot des cartes et plans de la Marine (the French Hydrographic Office) and was named Official Hydrographer of the French King.

Condition: Fair/good, general age-related toning. Original folding lines, few defects (slightly affecting image). Blank verso, please study image carefully.

Date: c.1740

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