A MAP OF FRANCE With the DOMINIONS appertaining thereto, From the latest and best Observations; For M. Tindal's Continuation of M. Rapin's HISTORY.

Cartographer / Artist: Richard William Seale (R. W. Seale)

Date Created: c. 1745

Medium: Map

Physical Dimensions: 14.09 x 15.5 inches

Geographic Scope: France

Archive Catalog ID: 1009

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: Europe

Engraved by Richard William Seale for Nicolas Tindal's continuation of Rapin's *History of England*, this detailed mid-18th-century map depicts the Kingdom of France divided into its historical provinces alongside neighboring regions, decorated with an ornate rococo cartouche.

Condition: Light toning to outer margins. Pencil notations in top right and bottom margins ("1009"). Minor handling creases along sheet edges. Crisp impression with fine hand coloring. Verso details. Light age toning and scattered foxing spots throughout. Irregular trimming and slight paper loss along the far left margin. Original fold lines dividing the sheet into sixteen panels. Paper tape/hinges attached at top corners; pencil annotation "77.324.496" in upper right

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A MAP OF FRANCE With the DOMINIONS appertaining thereto, From the latest and best Observations; For M. Tindal's Continuation of M. Rapin's HISTORY.

By Richard William Seale (R. W. Seale)

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1745 Map by Richard William Seale (R. W. Seale) documenting France. Measures 14.09 x 15.5 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Map
Sheet / Plate Size
14.09 x 15.5 inches
Date / Era
c. 1745
Geographic Scope
France
Archive Catalog ID
1009
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light toning to outer margins
  • Pencil notations in top right and bottom margins ("1009")
  • Minor handling creases along sheet edges
  • Crisp impression with fine hand coloring
  • Verso details
  • Light age toning and scattered foxing spots throughout
  • Irregular trimming and slight paper loss along the far left margin
  • Original fold lines dividing the sheet into sixteen panels
  • Paper tape/hinges attached at top corners; pencil annotation "77.324.496" in upper right

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

Engraved by Richard William Seale for Nicolas Tindal's continuation of Rapin's *History of England*, this detailed mid-18th-century map depicts the Kingdom of France divided into its historical provinces alongside neighboring regions, decorated with an ornate rococo cartouche.

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