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Historic Map : Levasseur Map of Corsica (La Corse), France, Version 2, 1861, Vintage Wall Art
Historic Map : Levasseur Map of Corsica (La Corse), France, Version 2, 1861, Vintage Wall Art
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A visually stunning decorative map of Corsica (La Corse) dating to 1861, by French map publisher Victor Levasseur. Levasseur published several different editions of his Corsica map - this being a later state The island of Corsica is drawn inconsiderable detail showing its many forests, roadways, cities, and three primary districts. By bar this map's most striking feature is its elaborate allegorical border work. Levasseur composed this map for publication in his magnificent Atlas Nacionale de la France Illustree , one of the most decorative and beautifully produced atlases to appear in the 19th century. This particular map is surrounded on all sides with elaborate illustrative border work showing the cultural, natural, and trade richness of Corsica. Napoleon Bonaparte, Corsica's most celebrated son, appears in the upper right and left quadrants with a great imperial eagle at top center. Pascal Paoli appears in the lower right corner. The remainder of the decorative border work is given to displaying the the many products of Corsica, including Goats, honey, wines, distilled spirits, seafood, cheese, and sardines. Publised by V. Levasseur in the 1861 edition of his Atlas National de la France Illustree.
- VINTAGE MAP REPRODUCTION: Add style to any room's decor with this beautiful decorative print. Whether your interior design is modern, rustic or classic, a map is never out of fashion
- MUSEUM QUALITY INKS AND PAPER: Printed on thick 192gsm heavyweight matte paper with archival giclee inks, this historic fine art will decorate your wall for years to come
- ARTWORK MADE TO ORDER IN THE USA: We make each reprint only when you order it. Every antique map is edited for image quality, color and vibrance, so it can look its best while retaining historical character. Makes a great gift!
- FRAME READY: Your unframed poster ships crease-free, rolled in a sturdy mailing tube. Many maps fit easy-to-find standard size frames 16x20, 16x24, 18x24, 24x30, 24x36, saving on custom framing
- Watermarks will not appear in the printed picture. Old maps sometimes have blemishes, tears, or stamps that may be removed from the final print
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