This handsome map of the Arabian Peninsula extends to show parts of Egypt, Sudan, Eritrea and Ethiopia. There are plenty of place names and nice topographical detail. Arabia is divided into Arabie Deserte, Arabie Heureuse and Yemen.

Rigobert Bonne was an important French cartographer of the late 18th century. In 1773 he succeeded Jacques Bellin as the royal cartographer in the office of the Hydrographer at the Depot de la Marine. Working in his official capacity, Bonne compiled some of the most detailed and accurate maps of the period.

References: Ankary #215.

Condition: A

A crisp impression, issued folding on a bright sheet with binding holes along the left edge of the sheet and a couple of spots of foxing along the edges of the sheet.