Antique Map of Bourbon, or Reunion, Colony of France

Reference
BG-13093-39
Region
Africa
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
36.5 x 51.5 cm (14.4 x 20.3 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 340

Original antique map titled 'Ile de la Réunion'. This is a fascinating map of the French department of Ile. Bourbon or Reunion. Bourbon, or Reunion, is a volcanic island off the coast of Africa. It is one of France's few remaining colonies in the Indian Ocean. Reunion is known for its striking natural beauty and marvelous beaches. The whole is surrounded by elaborate decorative engravings designed to illustrate both the natural beauty and trade richness of the land. There is a short textual history of the regions depicted on both the left and right sides of the map. Published by V. Levasseu, circa 1859.

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