Ancient map of Provence, 1657

Ancient map of Provence, 1657Jan Jansson's 1657 map of Provence is a beautifully crafted cartographic work that depicts the southern French region of Provence in exquisite detail. Jansson, a prominent Dutch cartographer of the 17th century, was known for his detailed and artistically embellished maps. This map is a part of his larger atlas, "Atlas Novus," which was a significant work in the history of cartography. The map provides a detailed representation of Provence, including

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