Madagascar.

Mallet, Allain Manesson. "Isle de Madagascar dite de St Laurens ou L'isle Daufine" Paris. Thierry. Denys. 1683
Copper engraved map of Madagascar. from Mallet's "Description de l'Univers" 1st edition. Blank verso. Dark impression.

Allain Manesson Mallet 1630- 1706, French cartographer, engineer and mathematician, served in the army of Louis XIV, and also that of the King of Portugal later becoming Inspector of Fortifications to Louis. He published the "Description de l'Univers" in 1683, attempting to describe the cartography, towns, ports, people, habits and traditions of the known world. The work extended to 5 volumes with some 600 illustrations.
His other works were"Les Travaux de Mars, ou L'art de la Guerre" 1684, and "La geometerie Practique" 1702.
145 by 100mm (5¾ by 4 inches).   ref: 1188  €100