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Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century

Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century

Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century
"Carte pour servir d'introduction à l'Histoire Romaine et à celle de l'Empire, où l'on fait observer la généalogie de César, d'Auguste et de Constantin; et la suite des Empereurs, des Rois Goths, Wisigoths, Ostrogoths, Bourguignons et Lombards, et des Enarques". Large copper engraved map of the. This map is a detailed engraving that combines cartographic and genealogical elements. The central feature is the map of the Roman Empire at the time of its division after Emperor Theodosius. The map is surrounded by genealogical charts detailing the lineages of notable Roman figures such as Julius Caesar and Augustus Caesar, extending to other historical rulers like the Visigoths, Ostrogoths, and Lombards.

Relief is depicted pictorially, and the map includes a compass rose, indicating a thoughtful artistic and scientific approach. The map focuses on the expanse and division of the Roman Empire after Theodosius, highlighting its geopolitical state during the late antiquity period.

It serves as an introduction to Roman history and the Empire's division into the Eastern and Western Roman Empires. The surrounding genealogical charts provide context by tracing the lineage of Roman emperors and other rulers, thus offering insights into the historical transitions and continuities within the Empire and its successor states.

His famous work is the "Atlas Historique", published in seven volumes. Originally published in Amsterdam between 1705 and 1720 by L'Honoré et Châtelain, L'Atlas Historique was corrected, increased and republished until 1739, the date of the fourth and last edition.

This encyclopedic work explains the history and the genealogy of the continents, with the geography, cosmography, topography, heraldry, and ethnography. The text is from Nicolas Gueudeville, a French geographer.

Henri Chatelain represents the golden age of French cartography. 55 x 45 cm / 21,6 x 17,7 inches. A Certification of Authenticity can be issued on request.

WE DON'T SELL LASER AND COPIES MAPS, ALL WE SELL IS ORIGINAL AND ANTIQUE. Due to the age an type of paper, some imperfections are to be expected. Please examine the images provided carefully, and if you have any questions please ask and we will be happy to help you.
Roman Empire 1720 Chatelain Large Antique Map 18th Century