Bilder Pierre François Tardieu (1711–1771) – Topographic Map of the Environs of Engen and Stockach – Engraved Map (Mid-18th Century)

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This finely engraved topographical map titled Carte Topographique des Environs d’Engen et de Stokach depicts the region surrounding the towns of Engen and Stockach in southern Germany. Drawn and engraved by Pierre François Tardieu, the map features detailed elevation contours, rivers, and settlements, providing a geographic overview essential to understanding military movements during Napoleon’s campaigns in the region. This particular plate is marked “Campagne de 1800, T. I,” suggesting it was part of a historical atlas illustrating Napoleon’s military operations.

Pierre François Tardieu (1711–1771) was a French engraver and cartographer who gained prominence for his high-quality maps and geographic illustrations. A member of the Tardieu family of renowned mapmakers, he worked extensively on historical, military, and scientific publications. His precise linework and compositional clarity made his maps essential tools for both scholars and military strategists in the 18th century.

Artist or Maker:
Pierre François Tardieu

Dimensions:
27 cm x 42 cm

Medium:
Engraved Map

Date:
Mid-18th Century

Condition Report:
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