1852 Levasseur Map of the Department Du Nord, France

Highlights

• 1852 Levasseur Map of the Department Du Nord, France — a faithful canvas reproduction of an authentic antique map.
• CHOOSE YOUR SIZE & FORMAT: Pick your dimensions and shape right from this listing — vertical, horizontal, panoramic and square options available.
• MUSEUM-QUALITY GICLEE: Fade-resistant archival inks on premium artist-grade canvas, hand-stretched and gallery-wrapped over a solid 1.5" wood frame, hardware attached and ready to hang.
• A REFINED FOCAL POINT for the living room, bedroom, study, home office or entryway — timeless style with lasting appeal.
• HANDCRAFTED IN THE USA: Made to order in multiple sizes and shapes — a thoughtful, gallery-worthy gift.

Description

This richly detailed 1852 engraved map by Victor Levasseur depicts the Département du Nord in northern France, bordered by Belgium, and centered on the region around Lille, Dunkirk, and Valenciennes. The map is framed with ornate vignettes including a portrait bust, pastoral and industrial scenes, a mounted medieval knight, and Gothic architectural details, reflecting the department's agricultural heritage and textile industry prominence during the mid-19th century. The Nord département, the northernmost in metropolitan France, is historically significant for its coal mining, lace-making, and its role as a major industrial hub during the French Industrial Revolution.