Map of Northern European Russia, 1802

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Title: Russie Européenne: Partie Septentrionale. Deuxieme Carte. **Publication Details:** - **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de Géographie Ancienne et Moderne … Read more Title: Russie Européenne: Partie Septentrionale. Deuxieme Carte. **Publication Details:** - **Atlas Title:** Nouvel Atlas Universel de Géographie Ancienne et Moderne - **Purpose:** For the Nouvelle Edition de la Géographie de Guthrie - **Mapmakers:** P. F. Tardieu, with contributions from various geographical works - **Publisher:** Chez Hyacinthe Langlois, Libraire, quai des Augustins, n° 45 - **Year:** An X - 1802 (French Revolutionary Calendar) **Geographical Scope:** This antique map illustrates the northern part of European Russia, capturing the extensive territory and its various regions. **Map Features:** - **Regions Displayed:** Northern European Russia, including parts of present-day Finland, the Baltic region, and the Arctic coast. - **Notable Regions and Territories:** Includes detailed regions such as Moscovie (Moscow region), Saint Petersburg, and the expansive northern territories. - **Seas and Bodies of Water:** Baltic Sea (Golfe de Finlande), Arctic Ocean (Mer Glaciale), and various rivers and lakes within the region. - **Topographical Details:** Includes mountain ranges, rivers, and other significant geographical features as understood in the early 19th 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 northern part of European Russia, reflecting the geographical understanding and cartographic style of the early 19th 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 1802. ### 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 early 19th-century cartographic practices. See less