2 Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville (1697–1782) – Scenographic Plan of the City of Kings or Lima, Capital of the Kingdom of Peru – Copper Engraving (Circa 1756)
This detailed urban plan depicts the layout of Lima, the capital of the Kingdom of Peru, as it existed before the devastating 1746 earthquake. The engraving shows the characteristic Spanish colonial grid pattern, the city's fortifications, the Rímac River that runs through it, and surrounding garden areas. The extensive legend in the right margin provides a numbered key identifying major civic, ecclesiastical, and military buildings. This city plan was produced for the Histoire Générale des Voyages, a major French compendium of global travel, and relies on the precise geographical data and cartographic principles championed by d'Anville.
Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville was a highly influential French geographer and cartographer who revolutionized map-making by prioritizing scientific accuracy and empirical evidence over speculation. Appointed Geographer to the King of France, he produced over 200 maps during his lifetime, characterized by thorough research and a commitment to excluding unverified features. His methodical approach set the standard for modern cartography throughout the 18th and 19th centuries.
Artist or Maker: Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d'Anville
Dimensions: Approximately 28 × 20 cm
Medium: Copper Engraving
Date: Circa 1756
Condition Report:
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