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Antique map titled 'La France, divisée en ses quarante Gouvernemens Généraux.' Attractive map of France by Brion de la Tour, … Read more Antique map titled 'La France, divisée en ses quarante Gouvernemens Généraux.' Attractive map of France by Brion de la Tour, published by Desnos. The decorative border was printed from a separate copper plate. Source unknown, to be determined. Artists and Engravers: Made by 'Louis Brion de la Tour'after 'Louis-Charles Desnos'. Louis Brion de la Tour (1756 - 1823) was a Ingenieur-Geographe du Roi. De la Tour was one of the leading cartographers, his work was produced in collaboration with Louis-Charles Desnos (1750-1790) a Danish royal cartographer publisher. Condition: Good, given age. Edges browned. Top middle fold with tiny tear, not affecting image. Light staining and soiling in the margins. A few minor spots. Original middle fold as issued. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study image carefully. Date: 1766 Overall size: 38 x 29.3 cm. Image size: 30.5 x 27.5 cm. See less
- Dimensions
- 14.96ʺW × 11.42ʺH
- Period
- Mid 18th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Copper
- Condition Notes
- Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use. less
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