Bilder Georges-Louis Le Rouge (1712–1790) – Map of France – Engraving (1748)

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La France par Postes. This engraving presents a detailed geographical and administrative map of France, highlighting the established postal routes and relay stations of the mid eighteenth century. The map extends to include southern England, the Low Countries, and parts of the German and Italian states, with regional borders defined by delicate hand coloring. A scale of distance in French leagues is provided in the upper right corner, while the title is located in a simple script in the lower left. This work was published in Paris by Georges Louis Le Rouge and served as a practical guide for travelers and administrators within the French postal system.

Georges-Louis Le Rouge was a prominent French cartographer, engraver, and publisher who held the title of Engineer Geographer to King Louis XV. He was known for producing a wide range of high quality geographical works, including atlases, military maps, and architectural plans. His career coincided with an era of increased scientific precision in French cartography, and he was particularly noted for his ability to synthesize complex topographic data into clear, functional visual formats. Le Rouge’s publications, such as his Theatre de la Guerre and various postal maps, were essential resources for understanding the political and infrastructural landscape of eighteenth century Europe.

Artist or Maker: Georges-Louis Le Rouge.

Dimensions: Approximately 35 cm x 24 cm.

Medium: Engraving.

Date: 1748.

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