'Insulae Corsicae'. Corsica. Original outline colour. VOGT/HOMANN, 1735 map
Artist/engraver/cartographer: Johann Christoph Homann / Homann Heirs. Provenance: The map was extracted from a composite atlas of early 18th century maps, the latest of which was dated c1754. Type: Large antique 18th century atlas map, printed on thick, good quality paper with original outline hand colour/color. Decorative maritime-themed title cartouche enclosed within the mouth of a large fish or whale, with Neptune carrying the Corsican flag of the Moor's Head with bandana (which does not appear to cover the eyes). The island is shown divided into northern and southern parts, although it was not first formally separated into two separate departements for administrative purposes until 1793. Towns shown include Bonifacio, Porto Vecchio, Aiazzo (Ajaccio), Giralate, Calvi, Bastia, Algajola & Corte. At the date of publication the island was controlled by Genoa. The island remained under Genoese control until purchased by France in 1768.
Size: 6343px × 7249px
Location: Corsica
Photo credit: © Antiqua Print Gallery / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
Model Released: No
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