of the French text edition published by Johann David Zunner 1684
The plates engraved for Zunner are close copies of the originals and still have
French titles and names. A few are signed by there engravers:
J.P. Aubrey, Johann J. Vogel and W.C. Daucher.
Decorative antique engraved map on hand laid paper.
Original engraved Copperplate in excellent condition.
With later wash & outline colour
Approx engraved area: 4" x 5 5/8" (102mm x 143mm)
Background:
Allain Manesson Mallet was a French cartographer and engineer. He started his career as a soldier
in the army of Louis XIV, became a Sergeant-Major in the artillery and an Inspector of Fortifications.
He also served under the King of Portugal, before returning to France, and his appointment to the
court of Louis XIV
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