Antique map titled 'Gaule indépendante et Romaine'.
Old map of Gaul or France in ancient Roman times. The map covers from the southern part of England (Britannia) to the north of Spain and the Mediterranean. It details France under the Roman empire divided into 17 provinces. An inset on the upper left quadrant details Paris (Lutece). The map is decorated with a beautiful illustration of the Dolmen Menhirs. This map originates from 'Géographie Universelle Atlas-Migeon' by J. Migeon.
Artist: Published by J. Migeon. Reviewed by A. Vuillemin. Alexandre Vuillemin (1812-1880) was a cartographer and an book editor based in Paris, France.
Condition: Good, age-related toning. Please study image carefully. Date: 1880
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