Original Manuscript Map, 1865
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Céline Salmon (artist) |
Original map of France hand drawn and lettered in brown ink, with the departments (governmental units) outlined in red, and the major regions shaded in watercolor, in shade of blue, pink and yellow. A small inset map of the island of Corsica appears lower left. Apparently in a 19th century ebonized frame with original backing. The map is signed by Céline Salmon, presumably a French student made by as part of her education. It is particularly accomplished, with fine calligraphic lettering and vibrant coloring. In 19th century European and American schools and private education, it was common for female students to practice geography and develop artistic skills by drawing and painting maps as well as embroidering them (generally in silk). English students frequently made maps of England or the United Kingdom, and French students made maps of France. Also popular were maps of the world. For example, see a world map on our website by a French schoolgirl: here. |