Ancienne Region des Sines
Paris: Denys Thierry, 1683. Miniature map. Engraving with hand coloring. Image measures 5 3/4" x 4". Sheet measures 8 1/4" x 5 1/2". This lovely miniature map of China is from the original French edition of Manesson-Mallet's "Description de L'Univers." It also depicts the Mughal Empire from the Himalayas to the Gulf of Bengal, and the Philippines are named 'Isles Barusses'. The map is in good condition with minor aging. Text on verso. Allain Manesson-Mallet (1630-1706) advanced from his position..... More