Beautiful Map Of The Archbishopric Of Montpellier, (rare), Jaillot 1703, Good Condition

The diocese of Montpellier divided into nine archpriests, Hubert Jaillot, 53x43cm. Engraving dedicated “Monseigneur Charles Joachim Colbert, bishop of Montpellier (nephew of the great Colbert...) and featuring his arms (a beautiful snake), it is enhanced with period watercolor. Alexis-Hubert Jaillot, (1632 – November 3, 1712) was a French geographical engineer and cartographer, printer in Paris, from the second half of the 17th century and the beginning of the 18th century, in the service of King Louis XIV. I had the chance to discover this map in the region, it exists at the National Library, (last Photo) and various libraries and museums, including Montpellier, but does not appear on the art market or at auctions. due to its limited distribution at the time…. Good condition, the paper has only slightly yellowed, good quality, not too much wear. Framed: 63cm x 52cm Take a good look at our photos This item is for immediate purchase, payable by credit card or paypal. Insured shipping: €20 for France, (glass separately). - eclectic – For the curious, the bargain hunters, deals to be had: we open the doors to our back shop: eclectic-le-stock. Click on “Private Website,” on the proantic home page; antique dealers since 1970, Siret: FR 24.430113233. Invoice and Certificate are attached to each of our shipments.