Russia in Europe, from "Court Game of Geography" 1838 - 1855

"Russia in Europe" is a hand-colored engraving from the "Court Game of Geography" created by William and Henry Rock in the mid-19th century. The artwork is a map of Russia, overlaid with red hearts, a unique design that could have been used for a playing card game. This playful representation of geography was popular in the 19th century, often using whimsical designs to engage the viewer and make learning enjoyable. The map includes key geographic features like rivers, mountains, and cities, showcasing the vastness of the Russian Empire in Europe. This artwork, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, is a small but interesting example of 19th-century cartographic art.