This is a handsome and interesting map of present-day Tunisia and Libya with the strategic islands of Malta in the Mediterranean. The topography is shown to be quite mountainous with numerous oasis located and shown in the European manner of forests. In the Gulf of Sidra is the Syrtis Maior, a dangerous sandbank and the ancient name for the gulf. The title is engraved on a drape-style cartouche from which a pair of adorable sea monsters hang. Engraved by Joannes Somer and published in Paris by Pierre Mariette.

References: Pastoureau, SANSON V A [16].

Condition: B+

A nice impression with contemporary outline color on a sheet with the watermark of a large coat of arms with the initials "PF." There is minor soiling, a few small stains along the centerfold, and toning along the edges of the sheet.