Old Map of Languedoc, France by Visscher, 1690: Toulouse, Montpelier, Perpignan, Avignon, Cévennes National Park Size:32x40in (80x100cm) Taiwan and shows the world

Taiwan and shows the world as a series of concentric circles

The British controlled a vast network of colonies and protectorates around the world

But you might be hard pressed to identify many of the city’s modern features

Vernal Falls

and in the black and taupe you have the Germans

Old Map of Languedoc, France by Visscher, 1690: Toulouse, Montpelier, Perpignan, Avignon, Cévennes National Park Size:32x40in (80x100cm) Taiwan and shows the worldDiscover the rich history and intricate beauty of 'Languedoc', a stunning map crafted by the skilled hands of Nicolaes Visscher II in 1690. As a prominent figure in the Dutch Golden Age of cartography, Visscher's work is a testament to the precision and artistry of this era. This map, focusing on the Province of Languedoc in France, offers a glimpse into the political and geographical divisions of the time. The name 'Languedoc' translates to 'Language