Bilder Georges-Louis Le Rouge (c. 1712–1790) – Map of Alsace, France, Showing Upper and Lower Divisions – Copperplate engraving (c. 1770)

Beskrivning

This copperplate engraving is a detailed political and geographical map of the historic region of Alsace, France, situated along the upper Rhine River, illustrating its division into Upper Alsace, Lower Alsace, and Sundgau. The map shows political boundaries using partial hand-coloring, with networks of roads and the locations of major towns and cities across the region, extending into neighboring parts of Germany, Switzerland, and Lorraine. The title is presented within a decorative cartouche featuring an allegorical scene.

Georges-Louis Le Rouge was a highly prolific and important French cartographer and publisher of the late 18th century. Working from Paris, he was known for producing numerous detailed plans and military maps for various European courts, including a significant series of maps detailing the military theaters of Europe and large-scale atlases covering regions like Germany and Scandinavia. His works are noted for their clear delineation of geography and political subdivisions.

Artist or Maker: Georges-Louis Le Rouge

Dimensions: Approximately 37 cm x 27 cm

Medium: Copperplate engraving

Date: c. 1770

Condition Report:
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