C1759

Tab Geogr: Asiae ad emendaticra, qua…

Rare c.18th map of Asia superbly embellished with an elaborate Rococo decorative title at lower left and scale at top right held by a pair cherubs. First edition of the Atlas by the famous mathematician Leonhard Euler. The Atlas was … Read Full Description

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Full Title:

Tab Geogr: Asiae ad emendaticra, qua…

Date:

C1759

Condition:

In good condition, with centre fold as issued.

Technique:

Copper engraving with original hand colouring.

Image Size: 

380mm 
x 330mm

Paper Size: 

420mm 
x 360mm
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Tab Geogr: Asiae ad emendaticra, qua... - Antique Map from 1759

Genuine antique
dated:

1759

Description:

Rare c.18th map of Asia superbly embellished with an elaborate Rococo decorative title at lower left and scale at top right held by a pair cherubs.

First edition of the Atlas by the famous mathematician Leonhard Euler. The Atlas was published on behalf of the Royal Prussian Academy of Sciences in Berlin by Leonhard Euler, designed specifically for the use in schools. The maps were largely based on works of Johann Christoph Rhode and were mostly engraved by Nicolaus Friedrich Sauerbrey. This edition includes a title page, a 10-page preface by Leonhard Euler in Latin and French, 41 double-page engraved maps, plus 4 additional maps. Highlights are 4 maps of the world (one in two sheets) and the 4-sheet map of America. Each map is outline hand colored and has a stamp of the Royal Prussian Academy of Sciences

From, Euler’s, Atlas geographicus omnes orbis terrarum regiones in XLI tabulis exhibens : jussu Academiae regiae scient. et eleg. litt. Boruss.

References:
Phillips, P. A List of Geographical Atlases in the Library of Congress. Washington 1973: 625.

Collections:
David Rumsey Collection: List No: 11392.000

Leonhard Euler (1707 - 1783)

Leonhard Euler (1707–1783) Euler was one of greatest mathematicians of the period of Enlightenment. Born in Switzerland but worked most of his life in Russia and Germany. He made important discoveries in fields as diverse as infinitesimal calculus and graph theory. He also introduced much of the modern mathematical terminology and notation, particularly for mathematical analysis, such as the notion of a mathematical function. He is also renowned for his work in mechanics, fluid dynamics, optics, astronomy, and music theory. Euler's involvement with cartography began by his tuition by the great French cartographer Delisle who had been invited to work at the Petersburg Academy Observatory. Delisle taught Euler astronomy and observational techniques with telescopes and other instruments. In September 1734 Delisle suggested that Euler work with a three foot quadrant prior to working independently making observations the following month. The results of Euler's research and observation into determining longitude, led later to the formation of the geography department of the academy.

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