An updated edition of the general map of the Russian Empire produced originally in 1802 by Jean-Baptiste Poirson (1761-1831), a renowned French cartographer active between 1790 and 1830.
Description
Engraved map dissected into 24 sections, mounted on linen in two parts, outline in contemporary hand-colour, overall dimensions 45.7 x 109 cm. Kept in contemporary full calf box, with green morocco label titled in gilt; slightly rubbed.