(Libya- Tripoli) Plan De Tripoli De Barbarie - Tripoli De Barbarie, Mallet, 1683
Alain Mallet was a talented engineer and cartographer who served in several different king's courts, aside from his military experience. This proximity to the crown probably also afforded him insights into geography and frontiers of exploration of the time. In the 1680's he began a several volume project to illustrate and chart both the history and contemporary views of the world and something of its cultures.
Here, the ancient city along the Mediterranean coast in two views. At top is a general map for the situation of the city and its walls, and below is a birds eye view from the nearby seas. Strong engraving. Condition is good with close left margin. Image size is approximately 6.5 x 4.25 (inches)
