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Jean Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville (1697–1782) – Map of Ancient India / Ad Antiquam Indiae Geographiam Tabula – Engraving (1788) - ”Ad Antiquam Indiae Geographiam Tabula”This historical map depicts the Indian subcontinent based on ancient geographical knowledge, with Latin inscriptions and classical place names from Grec-Roman sources. The work was created by the renowned French cartographer Jean Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville and engraved for J. Harrison, dated January 1st, 1788. D’Anville was known for his rigorous scholarship and methodical use of classical texts and early records to reconstruct ancient geographies with precision. Jean Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville (1697–1782) was a celebrated French cartographer and royal geographer known for his meticulous use of classical sources and scientific precision. His works became foundational references for historical and geographical scholarship, particularly in the study of antiquity.Artist or Maker:Jean Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville Dimensions:54 cm x 42 cm Medium: Engraving Date:1788 Condition Report: This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.