1786 – G. R. Vaugondy – Mappe Monde ou carte générale

Title:                      “Mappe Monde ou carte générale du globe terrestre dessinée suivant les regles de la projection des cartes réduites”
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Description:
Extra large folding World map. General map of the globe drawn according to the rules of the projection of reduced maps. Robert de Vaugondy, geographer, corrected and augmented captain James Cook discoveries. Map dated, comes with original slipcase.

Map Maker:       Gilles Robert de Vaugondy
Sheet size:        101.0 x 119.0 cm
Place / Date:​      Paris / 1786
Technique:         copper engraving

Condition:
Good condition! Old coloring. Wide margins. Lower middle fold repaired.
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This is a genuine antique map published in 1649 and not a modern copy or reprint!