Partie Méridionale du Gouvernement Général de Champagne

Cartographer / Artist: Gilles Robert de Vaugondy

Date Created: c. 1750

Medium: Copperplate map with hand coloring

Physical Dimensions: 25.9 × 18.0 inches

Geographic Scope: Champagne, France

Archive Catalog ID: fp8-img-2177

Provenance: The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive

Collection: 17th–19th Century French & Iberian Surveys

This 18th-century copperplate map by Gilles Robert de Vaugondy depicts the southern region of the General Government of Champagne in France. Published during the height of French Enlightenment cartography, the map showcases the administrative divisions of the Ancien Régime, including Champagne propre, Vallage, Bassigny, Senonois, and portions of Brie and Perthois. The engraving renders a densely populated landscape filled with towns, fortified villages, monastic sites, and prominent river networks such as the Seine, Marne, and Aube rivers. Major regional settlements including Troyes, Chaumont, Bar-le-Duc, and Langres are clearly delineated alongside topographical features like forests and rolling hill ranges. Artistically, the map features an elaborate decorative rococo cartouche in the lower left corner framing the title and authorship details, complete with architectural elements and foliage. Original outline hand coloring delineates the provincial boundaries, complemented by a scale bar in the top right corner.

Condition: Light age toning and minor handling wear along the outer margins.. Original central vertical fold line as issued.. Clear copperplate impression with well-preserved outline hand coloring.

Partie Méridionale du Gouvernement Général de Champagne
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17th–19th Century French & Iberian Surveysc. 1750

Partie Méridionale du Gouvernement Général de Champagne

By Gilles Robert de Vaugondy

Archival Overview & Authenticated Facts

Authentic period c. 1750 Copperplate map with hand coloring by Gilles Robert de Vaugondy documenting Champagne, France. Measures 25.9 × 18.0 inches. Verified original holding from the Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive.

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Physical Specifications & Details

Medium & Technique
Copperplate map with hand coloring
Sheet / Plate Size
25.9 × 18.0 inches
Date / Era
c. 1750
Geographic Scope
Champagne, France
Archive Catalog ID
fp8-img-2177
Provenance
The Dr. Joseph R. Rubini Archive
Preservation & Condition Report
  • Light age toning and minor handling wear along the outer margins.
  • Original central vertical fold line as issued.
  • Clear copperplate impression with well-preserved outline hand coloring.

Historical Context & Archival Analysis

This 18th-century copperplate map by Gilles Robert de Vaugondy depicts the southern region of the General Government of Champagne in France. Published during the height of French Enlightenment cartography, the map showcases the administrative divisions of the Ancien Régime, including Champagne propre, Vallage, Bassigny, Senonois, and portions of Brie and Perthois. The engraving renders a densely populated landscape filled with towns, fortified villages, monastic sites, and prominent river networks such as the Seine, Marne, and Aube rivers. Major regional settlements including Troyes, Chaumont, Bar-le-Duc, and Langres are clearly delineated alongside topographical features like forests and rolling hill ranges. Artistically, the map features an elaborate decorative rococo cartouche in the lower left corner framing the title and authorship details, complete with architectural elements and foliage. Original outline hand coloring delineates the provincial boundaries, complemented by a scale bar in the top right corner.

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