Historic Map : Levasseur Map of The Department Du Nord, France, 1852, Vintage Wall Art Size:24in x 18in An extraordinary large format 1794

An extraordinary large format 1794 map of Greece

Surrounded by the elaborate borders for which Levasseur is best known

The Balkans and Ukraine

and defend the Empire (covering most of wh

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

Historic Map : Levasseur Map of The Department Du Nord, France, 1852, Vintage Wall Art Size:24in x 18in An extraordinary large format 1794This 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