Antique Map of Tonkin, Northern Vietnam Red River Delta, 1780s

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Map of Tonkin. This early engraved map shows the historical region of Tonkin in northern Vietnam, centered on the Red … Read more Map of Tonkin. This early engraved map shows the historical region of Tonkin in northern Vietnam, centered on the Red River Delta and the capital, present-day Hanoi (here marked as Tong-Atou). Numerous rivers, tributaries, and settlements are labeled, reflecting the intricate waterways that shaped trade, agriculture, and transportation in the region. The map uses a grid coordinate system and employs shading to indicate coastal and water areas. It is a fine example of 18th-century European cartographic interest in Southeast Asia, often informed by trade missions, Jesuit reports, and early colonial ambitions.

Condition: Very good, with a number of folds as issued, light toning along folds, and minor handling marks. Paper is strong, with a clear plate mark.
Technique: Copperplate engraving Maker: Unspecified, 18th century, likely French cartographic school See less