Antique Hand-Colored World Map by Pierre Lapie, 1816

This exquisite antique hand-colored world map, created by renowned French cartographer Pierre Lapie (1779–1850) and engraved by Jean Baptiste Marie Chamouin, is a beautifully preserved example of early 19th-century cartographic artistry.

Published in Paris in 1816 by Magimel, Anselin et Pochard, the map captures the world as it was understood in the years immediately following the Napoleonic era — a fascinating period of global redefinition, exploration, and scientific curiosity.

Lapie's work is celebrated for its clarity, precision, and elegant composition, and this map beautifully exemplifies those qualities. The dual-hemisphere design is rendered with fine engraved detail and enriched with subtle original hand coloring. French-language labels and classical cartographic styling give the piece a refined and scholarly presence while providing a fascinating glimpse into the geographical knowledge of the early 19th century.

Beautifully custom framed with a gold-trimmed surround and soft pale green mat, the map is ready to display. At 25" wide, it has enough presence to stand beautifully on its own while remaining an easy size to incorporate into a study, library, office, or collected gallery wall.

A wonderful combination of history, exploration, artistry, and intellectual charm, and an especially appealing piece for a collector of antique maps or French historical prints.

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Condition

Very good antique condition.

Beautifully preserved with minimal age-appropriate wear for a map more than 200 years old. The colors remain clear and the engraved lines crisp, while the custom framing complements the historic character of the piece.

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Dimensions

• Overall Framed Height: 18"

• Overall Framed Width: 25"

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Specifications

• Item #: GY3456

• Date: 1816

• Cartographer: Pierre Lapie (1779–1850)

• Engraver: Jean Baptiste Marie Chamouin

• Publisher: Magimel, Anselin et Pochard

• Origin: Paris, France

• Language: French

• Format: Dual-Hemisphere World Map

• Technique: Engraving with Hand Coloring

• Presentation: Custom Framed with Pale Green Mat & Gold-Trimmed Surround

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Features

• Original early 19th-century representation of the world

• Dual-hemisphere composition with finely engraved cartographic detail

• Subtle hand coloring beautifully enhances the map

• French-language labeling adds to its historic and scholarly character

• Custom framed and ready to display

• An impressive addition to a study, library, office, or gallery wall

• A distinctive gift for a collector of antique maps, history, exploration, or cartography

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