
1814 Thomson Map of France in Departments. WE SELL ONLY ORIGINAL ANTIQUE MAPS – NOT REPRODUCTIONS. Description: This hand-colored 1814 map by John Thomson details France the in year of Napoleon Bonaparte’s defeat and subsequent imprisonment at Elba. The map is beautifully engraved in the minimalist English style pioneered in the early part of the 19th century. Thomson maps are known for their stunning color, awe inspiring size, and magnificent detail. Thomson’s work, including this map, represents some of the finest cartographic art of the 19th century. Relief is shown by hachure with towns, cities, and major topographical features identified. Finely engraved by Kirkwood & Son and issued as Plate 19 for Edinburgh cartographer John Thomson’s 1817 issue of the New General Atlas. Size: Printed area measures 20 inches high by 24.75 inches wide. Condition: Very good condition. Original centerfold exhibits some light toning. Light soiling to outer margins. 1 – 10 days. If your address is a P. Duty varies by country and we cannot predict the amount you will be charged. Some countries are duty free, others are not. Other Services Conservation Framing: Geographicus recommends basic conservation framing services for any antique paper. We do not offer this service. Antique Map Restoration: Geographicus can repair and restore your antique map. Services include deacidification cleaning flattening and backing. The item “1814 Thomson Map of France in Departments” is in sale since Thursday, August 22, 2019. This item is in the category “Antiques\Maps, Atlases & Globes\Europe Maps”. The seller is “geographicusmaps” and is located in Brooklyn, New York. This item can be shipped worldwide.