Bilder Conrad Malte-Brun (1775–1826) – Map of North America – North America – Hand-coloured engraving (1812)

Beskrivning

"Amerique Septentrionale" presents a comprehensive geographical overview of the North American continent during the early nineteenth century. The map extends from the Arctic regions and Greenland in the north to the Gulf of Mexico and the Antilles in the south, delineating the known coastlines of both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Hand-coloured outlines are utilized to distinguish the territories of the United States, British North America, and the Spanish colonial holdings. This hand-coloured copper engraving was published in the Atlas Complet du Precis de la Geographie Universelle, issued by Francois Buisson in Paris. A decorative vignette in the lower-left corner depicts a lush landscape with coniferous trees and tropical foliage, framing the title.

Conrad Malte-Brun was a Danish-born geographer and journalist who became a prominent figure in French scientific circles after being exiled from his homeland. He is best known for his monumental work, Precis de la Geographie Universelle, which attempted to provide a comprehensive and systematic description of the known world. As a co-founder of the Societe de Geographie in Paris, he played a crucial role in the institutionalization of geography as a modern academic discipline. His maps were highly regarded for their clarity and the integration of the latest exploratory data from contemporary voyages.

Artist or Maker: Conrad Malte-Brun.

Dimensions: Approximately 38 cm x 28 cm.

Medium: Hand-coloured engraving.

Date: (1812).

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.