Map of the 2-year Overland Journey of Missionary Évariste Régis Huc thru China, Tartary, and Tibet — Engraved by Ch. Dorset, and Lithographed by Antoine Dubois, published by Gaume Fréres, Paris, France, 1850 — Color map measures: 17 3/8" x 13 1/4" — words are in French
The map titled "Carte de La Chine et des États Limitrophes, Voyage et
Tartarie et au Thiebe" provides a fascinating glimpse into the regions
of China, Tartary, and Tibet as understood in the 19th century. Évariste Régis Huc published his travel accounts, primarily titled "Travels in Tartary, Thibet, and China," in 1850. This work documents his experiences and observations during his journey from 1844 to 1846. The map was produced to be added to the book.
At the
top of this map shows the word souvenir -- in French, souvenir
translates to memory, or reminder — this map is not a souvenir as we
know it.
The 2-year Overland Traveler:
Évariste Régis Huc (1813–1860) was a French missionary and explorer. He
is best known for his travels in China and Tibet during the 19th
century, specifically his journey that began in 1844 and lasted until
1846. Huc documented his experiences extensively, leading to the
publication of his works.
Huc's exploration greatly contributed to Western understanding of
Central Asia, including insights into Tibetan culture and society. His
travels were significant during a time when such regions were mostly
unexplored by Europeans.