Sanson, Nicolas. Carte Geographique Des Postes Qui Traversent La France Dedièe. Paris, 1632. lithograph 1802-1816Vellum size: 14 1/4 x

1802-1816Vellum size: 14 1/4 x 18 3/4 in

Les Voyages de la Nouvelle France occidentale

The historical significance of this map lies in its role as a European interpretation of China during the era of exploration and early global trade

One of only 7 known examples known

Sanson, Nicolas. Carte Geographique Des Postes Qui Traversent La France Dedièe. Paris, 1632. lithograph 1802-1816Vellum size: 14 1/4 xSanson, Nicolas Carte Geographique Des Postes Qui Traversent La France Dedie Paris, 1632 Double page engraved map 17" x 23" This significant 17th century map by Nicolas Sanson charts the postal routes of France, offering one of the earliest systematic depictions of the kingdom's communication infrastructure. Produced at a time when France was solidifying its centralized power under the Bourbon monarchy, the map highlights the critical role of postal