Antique Map of the World by Alexis Hubert Jaillot - 1694
by Blue Monocle
Title
Antique Map of the World by Alexis Hubert Jaillot - 1694
Artist
Blue Monocle
Medium
Drawing - Engraving
Description
Above and below the two hemispheres are eight allegorical figures shown with symbols of governance and the arts. The four figures along the bottom are set against a background of scenes representing the four continents. Also notable is California shown as an island.
Original title: Nova Orbis Tabula, Ad Usum Aerenissimi Burgundiae Ducis (New Map of the World for the Use of the Glorious Duke of Burgundy)
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