About this sheet
Antique map of France titled 'France divided into departments'. Detailed map of France, colored by post-Napoleonic Departments. With an inset map of Corsica.
Artists and Engravers: John Cary (1755-1835) was a British cartographer and publisher best known for his clean engraving and distinct style which influenced the entire map industry.
Condition: Very good, general age-related toning. Original/contemporary hand coloring. Please study image carefully.
Date: 1816
Overall size: 33 x 26.5 cm.
Image size: 28 x 23 cm.
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