This decorative steel-engraved map depicts the department of Var in southeastern France, executed by cartographer Victor Levasseur for his landmark publication, the 'Atlas National Illustré des 86 Départements et des Possessions de la France'. The central map delineates regional boundaries, major towns, transport routes, and coastal topography along the Mediterranean shore, highlighting significant urban centers such as Toulon, Draguignan, and Brignoles alongside the Îles d'Hyères. Flanking the central map are intricate pictorial vignettes celebrating the commerce, agriculture, and culture of the Var region. Richly engraved scenes portray local commodities including olive oil, lemons, honey, soap, and paper alongside regional flora, flamingos, and harbor views. Portrait busts of famous local figures, including the renowned preacher Jean-Baptiste Massillon and the French Revolution politician Paul Barras, frame the top corners, complemented by a central coat of arms.