Map of Europe (England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland) - Great Britain and Ireland - 1739 AD The image is an antique, hand-colored map titled "Great Britain and Ireland." This map was specifically produced by the renowned cartographer Nicolas Sanson (1600-1667), often referred to as the father of French cartography. Key Information about the Map * Cartographer: Nicolas Sanson, or produced under the supervision of his sons. * Date: Published in 1739 AD, although some copies of this map from Sanson's atlases date back to the late 17th century (circa 1650-1680). * Content: The map depicts the British Isles in meticulous detail, highlighting the historical regions of England, Scotland, and Ireland, as well as parts of Northern France. Content: The map depicts the British Isles in meticulous detail, highlighting the historical regions of England, Scotland, and Ireland, along with parts of Northern France. The inscription "Volume IV, Page 1" (or similar markings like "Vol. 1, Page 253" visible in the image) suggests it is likely from a later edition of one of Sanson's composite atlases published posthumously in Paris. Cartographic Significance: Nicolas Sanson's scientific approach to geography is credited with shifting the center of European cartography from the Netherlands to France during the 17th century. His maps are known for their accuracy and detailed hand-coloring, which emphasize the political and administrative divisions of the era. Historical Context: It was very common in the 18th century to include detailed maps in large historical text collections. Map collectors often removed these maps from books over the centuries, which is why your map still exists as a single page today. The presence of handwriting on the back of the map, likely added by the original librarian or bookbinder, is a common feature of original antique prints. It serves as a "proof of origin," connecting this sheet to the vast, multi-volume library collection it once inhabited. Map Dimensions: 17x14 cm The price for the map is 900 Riyals, and it is not open for negotiation. You can visit my page for similar rare and heritage items.