Département du Jura (1852)

Highlights

• 1852 Levasseur Map of the Department du Jura, France, 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 finely engraved 1852 map by Victor Levasseur depicts the Département du Jura in eastern France, surrounded by elaborate decorative vignettes including portrait medallions of notable figures, a scenic landscape, a coat of arms, and allegorical scenes of local industry and agriculture. The Jura department takes its name from the Jura Mountains and is known for its wines, Comté cheese, and watchmaking traditions — products subtly echoed in the ornamental borders. Text panels in French provide statistical and geographic context, making this both a cartographic document and a richly illustrated cultural artifact.