{"product_id":"antique-map-of-nimes-1698","title":"Antique map of Nîmes, 1698","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eDiocèse de Nismes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is an elegant and historically significant map depicting the region surrounding the ancient city of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eNîmes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, created by the distinguished French cartographer and engraver \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eJean-Baptiste Nolin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in 1698. The map is particularly notable for its emphasis on the remarkable Roman heritage of Nîmes, one of the most important centers of Roman civilization in southern France. Produced during the reign of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eLouis XIV\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the work reflects the growing scholarly fascination with antiquity that characterized the late seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCentered on the Diocese of Nîmes, the map carefully illustrates towns, villages, rivers, roads, and administrative boundaries while highlighting the region's rich historical landscape. Nîmes itself had been a flourishing Roman colony known as \u003cem\u003eNemausus\u003c\/em\u003e, and by the seventeenth century its ancient monuments remained among the best-preserved in Europe. Nolin’s work celebrates this legacy by drawing attention to the city’s celebrated Roman remains, which had become objects of study and admiration among historians, antiquarians, and travelers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the most famous monuments associated with Nîmes are the \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMaison Carrée\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, one of the finest surviving Roman temples, and the imposing \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eArènes de Nîmes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a remarkably preserved Roman amphitheater. The nearby \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePont du Gard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the monumental Roman aqueduct bridge, further exemplified the engineering achievements of antiquity and contributed to the region’s fame throughout Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe map combines geographic precision with decorative elegance characteristic of French cartography during the Grand Siècle. Fine engraving, ornamental cartouches, and sophisticated typography enhance both its aesthetic appeal and practical value. Nolin’s careful depiction of the landscape reflects the increasing importance of accurate regional mapping for administration, travel, and scholarship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Find more maps of Jean Baptiste Nolin\" href=\"https:\/\/printsxxl.com\/search?q=Jean+Baptiste+Nolin\"\u003eFind more maps of \u003cspan\u003eJean Baptiste Nolin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PrintsXXL","offers":[{"title":"canvas \/ 23''x31''(58x78)","offer_id":53241673351434,"sku":"195478","price":69.02,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"canvas \/ 27''x36''(68x92)","offer_id":53241673384202,"sku":"195478","price":78.54,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"canvas \/ 31''x41''(78x104)","offer_id":53241673416970,"sku":"195478","price":103.53,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"canvas \/ 35''x46''(88x118)","offer_id":53241673449738,"sku":"195478","price":124.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"canvas \/ 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