Title of the map: 

"CANADA Par M. Bonne, Ingénieur-Hydrographe de la Marine"

Antique copper engraved map of Canada, by Rigobert Bonne (1727-1794).

The map depicts the area from Lake Winnipeg to the Gulf of St. Lawrence and Labrador, including Lake Erie and most of Hudson Bay. Native populations such as the Iroquois and Algonquins, European forts and cities are noted. 

The map is drawn by Hérisson and engraved by André.

Rigobert Bonne (1727-1794) was one of the most important French cartographers of the 18th Century. In 1773, Bonne succeded to Jacques-Nicolas Bellin as Royal Cartographer to France in the office of the Hydrographer at the Depôt de la Marine. 

Bonne produced some of the most detailed and accurate maps of this period. Bonne died in 1794, his son Charles-Marie Rigobert Bonne continued to publish his work after his death.

Size with margins : 46,4 x 31,4 cm / 18,1 x 12,2 inches

Condition: very good condition, handed colored, large margins

Edition : Paris, 1788, 18th century

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A Certification of Authenticity can be issued on request.

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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