24280 Lyonnais, Jean Covens and Corneile Mortier, c.1740

LE GOUVERNEMENT GENERAL DU LYONNAIS COMPRENANT LES PROVINCES DU LYONNAIS, DU FOREZ ET DU BEAUJOLOIS &C. A good detailed 18th century map of the region on two sheets. The upper sheet bears a title above the map and has a small inset map. The southernm sheet displays the large decorative uncoloured title cartouche with coat of arms and allegorical figures. Explanation and scales. 22 x 15 3/4 inches. Original outline and wash hand colouring. Both sheets on stout paper and in excellent condition.