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Bilder Rare map of Italy - Very large map of Italy, Siciily, Sardinia, Corsica, Malta, Dalmatia, Croatia and the Adriatic.; William Faden / Louis Stanislas d'Arcy de La Rochette
Beskrivning
”Italy with the addition of the southern parts of Germany as far as Pettau in Stiria; Murlakia, Dalmatia, the adjacent countries, and all the Illyric Islands, by L.S. De la Rochette. 2d. edition describing the new divisions. London, published by Willm. Faden, Geographer to the King and to H.R.H. the Prince of Wales, Charing Cross, Septr. 12th, 1800”
Very large and attractive hand-coloured map on 2 sheets of Italy, also includes Corsica, Sardinia, Sicily, Malta, Slovenia, Croatia, Dalmatia, Southern Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Northern Africa, etc. The map shows roads, towns, rivers, lakes, islands, ports, harbors and major topographical features. This map originates from William Faden's work ”General Atlas”, published in London, 1800.
William Faden (1750–1836) was a British cartographer and engraver, renowned for his detailed maps and atlases during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. He served as Geographer to the King and is best known for producing maps that were highly regarded for their accuracy and quality, including military and colonial maps.
Louis Stanislas d'Arcy de La Rochette (1731–1802) was a French cartographer who worked in Britain during the late 18th century. He is known for his high-quality maps and contributed to the development of geographical works during this period, often collaborating with prominent cartographers such as William Faden.
Artist or Maker:
William Faden
Dimensions:
138 cm x 111 cm
Medium:
Copper engraving
Date:
1800
Condition Report:
This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.
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