Bonnetain’s L'Extrême Orient - 1887 This chart is a monument

This chart is a monument to Enlightenment-era navigation

Cartographer: Keith Johnston

Chao Phraya Background: In the background

" acknowledging the indigenous roots of the site that predated the Dutch settlement

The spines show characterful scuffing and "rubbing" to the leather

Bonnetain’s L'Extrême Orient - 1887 This chart is a monumentA Stunning Illustrated Survey of Southeast Asia in Original Deluxe Binding A French Colonial Perspective on the Far East Available now is a magnificent first edition of Paul Bonnetains L'Extrme Orient, part of the celebrated "Le Monde Pittoresque et Monumental" series. This work is a seminal 19th century account of French interests and observations in Asia. Highlights of this Volume: Rich Illustrations: Lavishly illustrated with numerous "drawings