France in Departments French Republic Paris Versailles 1821 Thomson Wyld map

France in Departments.

(Europe, France, French Republic, Paris, Orleans, Marseilles, Lyon, Toulouse, Chartres, Tours).

Issued c. 1821, London by Thomson. Engraved by Hewitt from Wyld.

Early 19th century engraved with original outline hand color and decorative vignette depicting Versailles.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, small stains, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Sheet Measures c. 9 3/4" H x 13 1/4" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 8 3/4" H x 11 3/4" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 4.

[R24907].