Bilder Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville (1697–1782) – Map of the Provinces of Tierra Firme, Darien, Cartagena, and New Granada – Copper Engraving (Circa 1756)

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This historical map depicts the provinces of Tierra Firme (modern Panama and Northern Colombia), Darien, Cartagena, and the region known as New Granada. The map's detail includes coastal features, mountain ranges shown pictorially, river systems, and the location of major settlements and cities, including Santa Marta, Cartagena, and Panama City. The map was compiled using the meticulous and scientifically rigorous cartographic data established by Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville, one of the most respected geographers of the 18th century. It was published to accompany a comprehensive French travel history series, providing readers with the most up-to-date and accurate regional geography of the Spanish colonies in South America.

Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville was a highly influential French geographer and cartographer who revolutionized map-making by prioritizing scientific accuracy and empirical evidence over speculation. Appointed Geographer to the King of France, he produced over 200 maps during his lifetime, characterized by thorough research and a commitment to omitting any feature not definitively verified. His methodical approach set the standard for modern cartography throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.

Artist or Maker: Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville

Dimensions: Approximately 26 × 20 cm

Medium: Copper Engraving

Date: Circa 1756

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