Rizzi-Zannoni, Giovanne Antonio. L'Italia... in quarto fogli imperiali con l'aggiunte dei luoghi e strade postali. Venice, 1806 [Italy]

Rizzi-Zannoni, Giovanne Antonio L'Italia... in quarto fogli imperiali con l'aggiunte dei luoghi e strade postali Venice: Gio. Valerio Pasquali, 1806 48" x 35 3/4"  This meticulously detailed map of Italy, created by the esteemed Italian cartographer Giovanni Antonio Rizzi-Zannoni, offers an important representation of Italy during the early 19th century. Published in Venice in 1806, the map reflects the growing emphasis on geographic precision and infrastructure, featuring an extensive network of roads and postal routes that were essential for communication and trade during this transformative period. Rizzi-Zannoni's work captures Italy's complex political landscape on the cusp of the Napoleonic era, with its many regional divisions and territories. The map delineates key cities, towns, and transport routes, providing both practical utility and a snapshot of Italy’s fragmented yet interconnected geography. The scale and craftsmanship of this work underscore its importance for administr