Historic Map : Laurie and Whittle Map of Switzerland, 1794, Vintage Wall Art Size:24in x 18in this map shows excellent detail

this map shows excellent detail along the coast and only speculation in the interior

At the northern polar caps is a wonderful allegorical vignette of the mythological wind god Aiolos whose floating prison island of Aiolia constrained the storm sprits Anemoi Thuellai and Aellai

rivers and an assortment of additional topographical detai

This map is part of the 10 map series prepared by Vaugondy for the Supplement to Diderot’s Encyclopédie

Historic Map : Laurie and Whittle Map of Switzerland, 1794, Vintage Wall Art Size:24in x 18in this map shows excellent detailAn extraordinary 1794 map of the Switzerland. Covers the entire country in extraordinary detail offering both topographical and political information. Color coded according to canton. With its unique blend of dramatic mountains and stunning vistas, Switzerland is considered to be one of the world's most beautiful places. A key and title cartouche appear in the upper left quadrant . Published by Laurie & Whittle for Kitchin's 1794 General Atlas .