| Method | Copper engraved |
| Artist | Bossuet, Jacques-Bénigne |
| Published | [Francois L'Honoré & Fils. Amsterdam, 1738] |
| Dimensions | 128 x 162 mm |
| Notes |
A French map of Hungary, with the Danube, the border of the Ottoman Empire, prominently shown with a dotted line. Engraved by Bossuet in the style of Nicolas Sanson, the map is likely from "Continuation de L'Histoire Universelle de Messire Jacques-Benigne Bossuet," published by Francois L'Honoré & Fils. Amsterdam 1738. Numbered '17' to top right corner. Jacques-Benigne Bossuet (1627 – 1704) was a French bishop and theologian. He was appointed tutor to the nine-year-old Dauphin, oldest child of Louis XIV. Bossuet's tutorial functions involved composing all the necessary books of instruction, including manuals of philosophy, history, and religion fit for a future king of France. Bossuet wrote many books in his lifetime, notable titles include 'Traité de la connaissance de Dieu et de soi-même' (1677), 'Discours sur l'histoire universelle' (1679, published 1682), and 'Politique tirée de l'Ecriture Sainte' (1679, published 1709). His works contained a few maps fashioned on the work of Nicolas Sanson and were published well into the 18th century. Condition: Vertical fold as issued. Trimmed within plate at top, not affecting map. Minor time toning to edges of sheet. Blank on verso. |
| Framing | unmounted |
| Price | £60.00 |
| Stock ID | 48895 |