Historic Map : Levasseur Map of The Department Du Nord, France, 1852, Vintage Wall Art Size:24in x 18in Territorial Florida

Territorial Florida

Surrounded by the elaborate borders for which Levasseur is best known

As a whole this map is a significant advancement over earlier mappings of this region as evidenced in the works of De L'Isle and others

It covers Washington D

covering from Cabo san Lucas northward along Baja California to modern day Alaska and the Arctic

Historic Map : Levasseur Map of The Department Du Nord, France, 1852, Vintage Wall Art Size:24in x 18in Territorial FloridaThis is a fascinating 1852 map of the French department of Nord, France. This area is known for its production of Maroilles, a cow's milk cheese. This cheese is produced in rectangular blocks with a moist orange red washed rind and a strong, distinct odor. The map proper is surrounded by elaborate decorative engravings designed to illustrate both the natural beauty and trade richness of the land. There is a short textual history of the regions