1752 Vaugondy Map of Greece, Macedonia & Albania
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Description: A beautiful map of Greece from De Vaugondy’s 1752 Atlas Universal. Depicts the whole of Greece from Bosnia and Croatia east to through Bulgaria and Romania to the Black Sea and south through Macedonia, Albania and the Pelopenesus to the Isle of Candia or Crete. Includes Parts of Anatolia (Turkey) and the boot of Italy. Bottom left decorated with an elaborate title cartouche. The Atlas Universal was one of the first atlases based upon actual surveys. Therefore, this map is highly accurate (for the period) and has most contemporary town names correct, though historic names are, in many cases, incorrect or omitted. Printed in 1752.
Date: 1752
References: Phillips, 619 (1757/1758); Pedley. Belle et utile, p. 227, 385; Fordham, Studies in Cartobibligraphy p. 165; Rumsey 3353.087.
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 19 x 18 inches (48.26 x 45.72 centimeters)
Condition: Very good condition. Minor water stains bottom left and right. Wide margins. Original platemark and centerfold. Blank on verso.
Code: TurquieEuropeenne-vaugondy-1752 (Necessary for phone inquiries: 646-320-8650)
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