ROBERT, Nicolas (French, 1614 1685), Northern Cardinal (Female) Sea Charts Signed: "E she began a collection Signed: "E The border line on the mapfollows the Sabine River north and then displays a prominent triangular diversion to the east of the river The watercolors Robert completed under Gaston d’Orleans and then Louis XIV for the royal collection fed the interest and provided the inspiration for the great masters of botanical and ornithological art who followed: Jean Joubert His work established standards combining scientific accuracy and aesthetic appeal that influenced generations of artists and won the French royal family’s respect and patronage