Antique Map of Persia and Georgia by Rigobert Bonne, Circa 1780

€ 310

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

Date: 1780
Mapmaker / artist: Rigobert Bonne, France, circa 1780
Technique: Copper engraving
Sheet size: 26 × 41 cm (10.2 × 16.1 in)
Condition: Good
Reference: BG-14105-19

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

Very good condition with light toning and original fold. One tear but outside the platemark. The map is offered unframed, preserving the sheet in its original, untouched state.

About this sheet

Persia, Georgia & Central Asia – Antique Map, Bonne c1780
Covering Persia, Georgia, and parts of Central Asia, this map illustrates mountain chains, deserts, and river systems shaping the region. Rigobert Bonne’s work reflects European efforts to document territories at the crossroads of Asia and the Middle East. The composition balances geographic density with clarity, making it both scholarly and decorative.

Condition:
Very good condition with light toning and original fold. One tear but outside the platemark.

Framing tips:
A dark frame with a warm ivory mat complements the intricate line work.