Physical & Political Map of Switzerland: Late 18th Century - Mentelle Atlas
€ 530
Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)
Sheet size
41.2 × 56.5 cm (16.2 × 22.2 in)
Condition
Good
Reference
BG-13769-16
What the condition grades mean
Excellent
Bright and clean, with no faults worth mentioning.
Very good
Only light signs of age, such as faint toning.
Good
Normal signs of age for a sheet of this period: toning, some foxing, small marks or neat old repairs.
Fair
Clear faults such as staining, tears or repairs, priced to match.
Every fault we see is written in the condition note, and the whole sheet is shown uncropped in the photos.
Condition
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.
About this sheet
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.
