🗺️ 1775-1780 Northern India. By Bonne & Raynal
- 1775-1780
- By R. Bonne and Raynal
- From ‘Histoire Philosophique et Politique des Etablissemens …’ part of an important work from the Age of Enlightenment, with contributions from Diderot. The questions, statements, and issues raised in the work on subjects such as religion, commerce, slavery, and contemporary political and social issues resulted in the banning of the publication in France.
- As a result, it was published in Geneva, Switzerland.
- Copperplate engraved.
- Authenticity Guaranteed.
- Overall very good condition.
- 14 1/2 ” x 9 1/2”
This map showcases Northern India, particularly the Mughal Empire, with an insert depicting the Bay of Bengal. Created by R. Bonne and Raynal between 1775 and 1780, it’s part of the “Histoire Philosophique et Politique des Etablissemens” from the Age of Enlightenment, with contributions from Diderot. Due to its controversial content, the publication was banned in France, leading to its release in Geneva, Switzerland. The map is copperplate engraved and comes with a guarantee of authenticity. Overall, it is in very good condition, measuring 14 1/2 inches by 9 1/2 inches.