1748 Vaugondy Map of Ireland
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Description: A rare and beautiful 1748 Map of Ireland by the French cartographer Robert de Vaugondy. Depicts the entire island with county and regional subdivisions defined. Beautiful original hand color. This map was originally published in the 1748 edition of Vaugondy’s Atlas Portratif Universel et Militaire. Map is dated in the title cartouche.
Date: 1748
References: None found.
Cartographer: Gilles (1688 - 1766) and Didier (c. 1723 - 1786) Robert de Vaugondy were map publishers, engravers, and cartographers active in Paris during the mid-18th century. The father and son team are descended from the important Sanson cartographic firm, from whom they inherited much of their initial material. The Vaugondys were well respected for the detail and accuracy of their maps. They were known for making excellent use of the considerable resources available in 18th century Paris to produce the most accurate and fantasy-free maps possible. The Vaugondys compiled their maps based upon their own superior geographic knowledge, scholarly research, the journals of contemporary explorers and missionaries, and direct astronomical observation. Many Vaugondy maps are also highly praised for their title cartouches, which identify each of the sources referenced - an unusual level of scholar decorum for 18th century France. Their most important work is the beautifully produced Atlas Universel. Click here for a list of rare maps by Gilles and Didier Robert de Vaugondy.
Size: Printed area measures 7 x 7 inches (17.78 x 17.78 centimeters)
Condition: Fine or perfect condition. Wide clean margins. Original platemark. Blank on verso.
Code: Ireland-vaugondy-1749 (Necessary for phone inquiries: 646-320-8650)
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