Antique Map of Morbihan by Vuillemin, France, 1850s

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Antique Map of Morbihan by Vuillemin – France Département Map c.1850 This finely engraved and delicately hand-colored map of the … Read more Antique Map of Morbihan by Vuillemin – France Département Map c.1850 This finely engraved and delicately hand-colored map of the département of Morbihan in Brittany, France, was published around 1850 by Alexandre Vuillemin. It forms part of his acclaimed decorative atlas *La France Illustrée*, celebrated for its rich blend of cartographic detail and artistic embellishments. The map highlights the roadways, rivers, and borders of the region, framed by detailed vignettes that showcase local culture, architecture, and historical figures. In the upper corners are a crest of Morbihan and a figure of Bisson, officer of the artillery, commemorating military achievement. At the bottom, a coastal vignette shows the port city of Vannes, anchoring the department’s maritime heritage. The territory of Morbihan is bordered in pink, with surrounding departments finely delineated. The rivers and key roads are traced in blue, red, green, and yellow, enhancing the topographical clarity. Named after the “little sea” (Mor-Bihan in Breton), the department is famous for its coastal character and prehistoric legacy.

Condition report: Very good condition. Minor age-toning near the edges. Light foxing in outer margins. Plate mark visible. No tears or repairs. Framing tips: This decorative map will pair well with a wide ivory or cream mat and a black or dark oak wooden frame. To highlight the hand-coloring, a double mat with an inner line in rose pink or sea blue would echo the coastal hues of the département. Technique: Engraving with original hand coloring Maker: Alexandre Vuillemin, Paris, circa 1850 See less