Continents, Oceans & Vignettes — Levasseur Planisphère Wall Map (1847)

A mid-nineteenth-century view of the world, rendered with elegance and restraint. This Planisphère by Victor Levasseur—published in 1847—sets the globe’s continents and seas in clean, legible cartography, framed by Levasseur’s signature decorative embellishments and pictorial panels. Country outlines, principal place-names, and coastal forms read beautifully from across the room and reward close study. It’s the fabric of the world in 1847—ornate, informative, and unmistakably of its era—made to study, admire, and display.

More Than a Map – A Testament to History

This isn’t just wall art—it’s an emblem of how the nineteenth century pictured the world. Levasseur’s refined engraving and tasteful ornamentation capture the period’s curiosity, commerce, and craft. Ideal for educators, designers, historians, collectors, and travel lovers, the sheet stands alone beautifully and pairs perfectly with modern maps for then-and-now comparison.

Hang it in living rooms, libraries, studios, classrooms, museums, or offices to invite reflection, study, and conversation.

Premium Materials & Finishes

We treat history with the respect it deserves. That’s why we offer multiple formats, each produced using high-quality materials and modern archival printing.

🌟 Archival Paper Print
Printed on heavyweight 160gsm archival-grade paper.
Smooth matte finish reduces glare and preserves fine linework and small labels.
Ideal for framing under glass—clean, timeless, and built to last.

💎 Laminated Edition
Encapsulated in two sheets of 80-micron gloss laminate using true thermal bonding—not just surface lamination.
Moisture-resistant, wipe-clean surface; the laminate also helps filter UV, reducing fade over time.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered rails with a fitted hanging cord provide a polished, ready-to-hang presentation—no frame required. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

🏆 Museum-Quality Canvas
Printed on heavyweight 395gsm HP Professional Matte Canvas for rich texture and exceptional strength.
Pigment-based, fade-resistant inks deliver deep tone and crisp typography that endure for generations.

Optional Natural Timber Hang Rails: lacquered to enhance the wood grain and protect against wear; top cord for effortless hanging—elegant in any setting. (Please allow up to 10 working days for delivery with hang rails.)

Specifications

Why Choose This Map

✔ Era-True Snapshot: The world as engraved in 1847, with Levasseur’s distinctive artistry.
✔ Decorative & Scholarly: Ornate border work meets clear geographic detail.
✔ Clarity at Scale: Crisp engraving and tidy labels read beautifully near or far.
✔ Display-Ready Options: Paper for framing, laminated for durability, or canvas for gallery presence.
✔ Archival Craft: Premium substrates and inks preserve contrast, labels, and linework for decades.

Our Commitment

We believe that preserving history is as important as telling it. Every map is printed locally in Australia using state-of-the-art technology, carefully checked by hand, and packed with care. From the moment it leaves our workshop to the day it hangs on your wall, we ensure quality you can trust and a legacy you’ll be proud to share.

Place a nineteenth-century world classic on your wall. Order the Levasseur Planisphère (1847) today—a faithful, beautifully produced sheet that turns a room into a conversation.