Guillaume de L'Isle(1675-1726) was on of the most important cartographers of the early 18th century and a major figure in making Paris a center of... Show moreGuillaume de L'Isle(1675-1726) was on of the most important cartographers of the early 18th century and a major figure in making Paris a center of cartographic science at this time. The map shows the various kingdoms in North West Africa and Arabia with their borders clearly demarcated. Towns and settlements noted. In the area of Qatar is a town labeled "Catema." The pearl banks of the Gulf are also shown. par Guillaume De Lisle de l'Academie Rle. des Sciences ; Desrosiers, sculp. Relief shown pictorially. Shows forested and inhabited areas, etc. Divisions Arabie Petree, Arabie Desert, ile de chader, Oman, Chaulan, Tehama, Royaume de lYemen ou de lArabie Heureuse, pays de Hadramaut, Pays de Segerou ou Schajar. Main Heritage Compact General HC.MAP.00666 Print Map Item-ID: i11402052 BIB-ID: 1172548 Show less
Sr. Sanson. Relief shown pictorially. Title from top margin. Includes inset of North African coast. Main Heritage Compact General HC.MAP.00554 Print Map I... Show moreSr. Sanson. Relief shown pictorially. Title from top margin. Includes inset of North African coast. Main Heritage Compact General HC.MAP.00554 Print Map Item-ID: i11405090 BIB-ID: 1172852 Place names in French. Show less