Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century

Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century
Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century
Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century
Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century
Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century
Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century

Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century
CALABRE Citerieure et Ulterieure le Far de Messine &c. Du Roy Avec Privilege pour Vingt Ans 1648. The map is engraved by A-B de la Plaets. Nicolas Sanson d'Abbeville was to bring about the rise of French cartography, although the fierce competition of the Dutch would last until the end of the century.

His success was partly owing to the partnership with the publisher Pierre Mariette. In 1657 Pierre Mariette died, however his son, also named Pierre, co-published Les Cartes Générales de toutes les parties du Monde the following year.

It was the first folio French produced world atlas. Edition : Paris, Pierre Mariette, dated 1648, 17th century. Size with margins : 60 x 43,5 cm / 23,6 x 16,9 inches. Condition : good condition, handed colored. WE DON'T SELL LASER AND COPIES MAPS, ALL WE SELL IS ORIGINAL AND ANTIQUE.

Due to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you.


Italy Calabria 1648 Nicolas Sanson Large Antique Map 17th Century