Guadeloupe Caribbean Islands French Colonies 1855 Lemercier decorative map
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & PrintsColonies Francaises (en Amerique).
(North America, Caribbean Sea, French Colonies, Guadeloupe).
Issued c. 1855, Paris by Lemercier.
Wonderful decorative mid 19th century engraved map with original outline hand color.
Lovely elaborate decorative vignette border all around the central map greatly enhances the visual appeal.
Well preserved, nice looking example with pleasing age patina.
Sheet Measures c. 13 3/4" H x 20 1/4" W.
Engraved Area Measures c. 11 1/2" H x 16 1/4" W.
Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2.
[R26693].