Antique Map of France by Covens & Mortier, c.1730

€ 650

Original antique · The actual sheet photographed · Certificate of authenticity on request · Sold unframed · Worldwide shipping from € 15 (rates)

Date: 1730
Sheet size: 53 × 65 cm (20.9 × 25.6 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-12390-47

About this sheet

Antique map titled 'Nova regni Galliae (..) La France'. Old map of France with large decorative title cartouche. With great detail.

Artists and Engravers: Pieter und David Mortier were booksellers in Paris and have published a wide range of geographical works. After Pieter's death, his widow continued the business until their son Cornelius took over. Cornelius started a partnership with his brother-in-law Johannes Covens and established the famous publishing house ""Covens and Mortier"" in Amsterdam. They have re-issued Atlases of Sanson, de l'Isle, Visscher and de Wit.

Condition: Good, original/contemporary hand coloring. General age-related toning. Minor wear and small defects (mainly on folding line), blank verso. Please study image carefully.
Date: c.1730
Overall size: 65 x 53 cm.
Image size: 59 x 44.5 cm.