🗺️ 1775-1780. Southern Indian, Sri Lanka, Maldives. 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 depicts Southern India, including detailed representations of the Maldives and Sri Lanka. It also illustrates ocean currents and includes India’s Andaman and Nicobar islands, as well as the Lakshadweep islands. 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. The publication was banned in France due to its controversial content, 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.