Bilder Georges-Louis Le Rouge (c. 1707–c. 1790) – Map of the Holy Land (Terre Sainte) – Engraving with hand-coloring (c. 1748)

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This topographical and historical map depicts the Holy Land, or Palestine, with a focus on the territories of the Twelve Tribes of Israel. The map details the region from the Mediterranean Sea to the Dead Sea, identifying key biblical cities, deserts, and geographical features. The borders of the tribes are delineated with distinct outline hand-coloring. The title is presented within an elaborate cartouche in the upper left, where an allegorical figure sits beside the inscription "Terre Sainte ou Palestine avec les Douze Tribus de Israel."

Georges-Louis Le Rouge was a prominent French cartographer, engraver, and publisher who was active in Paris during the mid-18th century. He held the title of "Ingénieur Géographe du Roi" (Geographer to the King). He is best known for his numerous atlases, including the Atlas Nouveau Portatif, which contained a wide array of detailed maps.

Artist or Maker: Georges-Louis Le Rouge

Dimensions: Approximately 36 cm x 25 cm

Medium: Engraving with hand-coloring

Date: c. 1748

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