Subject: Norway & Sweden
Period: 1719 (dated)
Publication: Le Nouveau et Curieux Atlas Geographique et Historique
Color: Hand Color
Size:
6.5 x 8.6 inches
16.5 x 21.8 cm
This charming, uncommon map illustrates Norway divided into provinces. It extends to include a bit of Sweden. A table at upper left lists the kings of Norway. Sea monsters, flying fish and ships fill the North Sea.
References: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #43-17; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.MEN-1b.
Condition: B+
A nice impression on a lightly toned sheet with contemporary outline color in the map and later color in the cartouche. There is light, scattered foxing.