Ile Bourbon (Réunion) Map (1852)

Highlights

• 1852 Levasseur Map of the Reunion or the Ile. Bourbon, Indian Ocean — 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 ornate 1852 engraved map by Victor Levasseur depicts Île Bourbon — the historical French colonial name for Réunion, a volcanic island in the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar — surrounded by elaborate decorative vignettes featuring tropical sugar cane plants, portrait medallions of notable figures, and a scene of local inhabitants. The map shows the island's interior mountain ranges, coastal settlements, and road network with delicate hand-applied color highlights on select routes. Réunion, a French overseas territory, is known for the active Piton de la Fournaise volcano and its role as a major sugar-producing colony in the 19th century.