Published by J. Ratelband, 1735
Seller: Argosy Book Store, ABAA, ILAB, New York, NY, U.S.A.
unbound. Condition: very good. Map. Engraving with original hand coloring. Image measures 7" x 9 3/8". Charming map of the French province Languedoc with a coat of arms and a decorative ship in the sea issued in 1735. Covers the French winemaking regions in southern France in beautiful detail. Main map is bordered by town plans and birds-eye views of Anduze, Montpelier, Privas, Narbonne, Sommieres, Pezenas, Nismes (Nimes), Pont S. Esprit, Alez, Lunel, Sauve and Vzez. The region of Languedoc is one of the largest wine producing region in France with some of the oldest vineyards. It is also famous for the production of cheeses including the Pelardon and Perail cheeses. Languedoc is also an important stopping point on the Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostella. Light toning along original folds. Published by J. Ratelband in "Geographisch-Toneel", 1735.
Published by Jeanne de la Feuille, 1729
Seller: Antiquariaat Dat Narrenschip, Middelburg, Netherlands
Map
No Binding. Condition: Fine. Antique map of Languedoc. Title cartouche bottom left. On all four sides, the map is surrounded by 12 small city plans and views. Top center a view of Montpellier. Backside blank. Contemporary colored copper engraving, published in 1729 in Amsterdam by Jeanne de la Feuille in 'Les Tablettes Guerrieres, Ou Cartes choisies Pour la commodité Des Officiers et des Voyageurs, (.).' Dimensions (image): 18 x 24 cm.