Late 18th Century Physical & Political Map of Switzerland Mentelle Atlas, 1797

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Antique Map with Title: 'Carte Physique et Politique de la Suisse' **Publication Details:** - **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de … Read more Antique Map with Title: 'Carte Physique et Politique de la Suisse' **Publication Details:** - **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de Géographie Ancienne et Moderne - **Purpose:** For the Nouvelle Edition de la Géographie de Guthrie - **Mapmakers:** E. Mentelle, with contributions from various geographical works - **Publisher:** Chez Hyacinthe Langlois, Libraire, quai des Augustins, n° 45 - **Year:** An VI - 1797 (French Revolutionary Calendar) **Geographical Scope:** This antique map illustrates the physical and political landscape of Switzerland, capturing its various regions, cantons, and neighboring areas. **Map Features:** - **Regions Displayed:** Entire territory of Switzerland, including all its cantons. - **Notable Regions and Territories:** Detailed depictions of Swiss cantons such as Zurich, Bern, Lucerne, and Geneva, as well as neighboring regions of France and Italy. - **Seas and Bodies of Water:** Lake Geneva, Lake Constance, and various rivers within Switzerland. - **Topographical Details:** Includes mountain ranges, rivers, and other significant geographical features as understood in the late 18th century. - **Cartographic Style:** Detailed engraving with hand-colored boundaries, emphasizing both historical accuracy and artistic presentation. **Purpose and Use:** This map serves as a detailed visual representation of the geographical and political landscape of Switzerland, reflecting the geographical understanding and cartographic style of the late 18th century. It is part of a larger atlas that includes 60 maps, providing a comprehensive view of both ancient and modern geography as known in 1797. ### Condition Report The map is in good condition with minor age-related wear. Hand-colored boundaries are well-preserved, enhancing the clarity of regions and features. Slight fold lines and edge wear are visible, with some age spots. ### Coloring The hand-colored boundaries on the map highlight regions and territories, adding clarity and visual appeal, typical of late 18th-century cartographic practices. See less