Utrecht Aire-Sur-La-Lys Artois France Star Forts c. 1745 Basire city plan map

Aire A very strong city and castle in the Low Countries...Treaty of Utrecht. Plan of the City of Aire, and of Fort St. Francis with a View of St. Venant.

(Old Maps, 18th Century Maps, Europe, France, Artois, Aire, Military Fortifications, Star Fort, City Plan).

Issued c. 1745 London by Tindall. Engraved by J. Basire.

Mid 18th century detailed engraved battle related city plan. Decorative title cartouche top right, detailed military notations across the map showing lines of attack & defense, troop positions, terrain and topographical features, etc.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original various fold lines as issued.

Sheet measures c. 16" H x 19 1/2" W.

Engraved area measures c. 14 1/4" H x 18 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):.
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 1.

[R31919].