Dominons of The King of Sardinia by Robert Wilkinson

Robert Wilkinson's "Map of the Dominions of the Kingdom of Sardinia," dated 1794, is a detailed geographical chart representing the territories under the control of the Kingdom of Sardinia. This includes not only the island of Sardinia but also vast portions of northwestern Italy, such as Piedmont, Genoa, and Savoy. Wilkinson, a renowned late 18th-century publisher and cartographer based in London, created this map by combining technical precision with finely etched details, typical of his works which often drew upon mid-18th-century English cartographic models. The map clearly and rigorously illustrates political boundaries, major cities, communication routes, and topographical features, serving as an important historical testament to the political and territorial geography of the Kingdom during a crucial pre-Napoleonic period.

This work is part of the context of atlases and thematic maps published by Wilkinson, which aimed to provide updated and reliable representations of European regions of great political and strategic interest. The map represents a historical document that reflects the political complexity of the era, characterized by changing dominations and alliances. Wilkinson successfully combined cartographic functionality with a sober and precise aesthetic, making his map of the dominions of the Kingdom of Sardinia a prized possession for collectors and scholars of cartography history.

Unique quality material

Print on handmade Amalfi paper
Sheet size: 30 x 40 cm
With frame: 33 x 43 cm
Material: artwork printed on very fine handmade Amalfi paper with deckled edges
Frame: Light brown, handmade beech wood and wood pulp