R. SEALE (18th), Topographic map of France, around... Lot 109

R. SEALE (18th), Topographic map of France, around 1765, Copper engraving R. W. Seale (18th century): Topographic map of France with surrounding territories, c. 1765, Copper engraving Technique: Copper engraving on Paper Inscription: Lower right signed in the printing plate: "R.W. SEALE del et sculp.". Middle left inscribed in the printing plate: "A MAP OF FRANCE". Date: c. 1765 Description: The picture shows a historical map of France with surrounding territories. The detailed depiction features topographical labelling and an ornate title cartouche. The ornamental design of the map conveys both art-historical and geographical significance. Keywords: Historical map; France; Topography; Ornamentation; Geography; Art history; Cartography; Sea; England; Spain; Mediterranean;, 18th century, Rococo, Maps, France, Size: Paper: 39,7 cm x 49,3 cm (15,6 x 19,4 in), Depiction: 37,9 cm x 47,0 cm (14,9 x 18,5 in)