Pierre M. Lapie (fl. 1779 - 1850) and his son Alexandre Emile Lapie (fl. 1809 - 1850) were French cartographers and engravers active in the early part of the 19th century. The Lapies were commissioned officers in the French army holding the ranks of Colonel and Capitan, respectively. Alexander enjoyed the title of “First Geographer to the King”, and this title appears on several of his atlases. Both father and son were exceptional engravers and fastidious cartographers. Working separately and jointly they published four important atlases, an 1811 Atlas of the French Empire (Alexander), the 1812 Atlas Classique et Universel (Pierre), the Atlas Universel de Geographie Ancienne et Modern (joint issue), and the 1848 Atlas Militaire (Alexander). They also issued many smaller maps and independent issues. The work of the Lapie family remains largely underappreciated by most modern collectors and map historians. This globe was published by Aine Bastien(60 rue ST. Andre des Arts , Paris ) during the early 1800's , this globe is part of the last lineage of the famous French map maker of the 18th century , globe making was not just a luxury item but was becoming a household item for the upper and middle class; Dating : Oregon treaty not signed , south pole unexplored , Actual congo still "unexplored " terre inconnue ), all of the discovery travel of the 18th century and early 19th are mentioned , James Cook (1728 – 1779) ,George Vancouver (1757 – 1798) , James Cook ( 1778-1779) , since there is no mention of Jules Dumont d'Urville (1826–29) bringing the date of production late 1820 early 1830's.The horizon ring displaying the zodiacal sign is also in fair condition but has oxidation of the paper , the globe move freely .A sparse and unusual French terrestrial globe in good condition for its age .; globe D.12 in. x H. 21in. horizon band 14 in .,good condition , all map readable but with some oxidation of the paper .l The horizon band has an old restoration underneath , the meridien is slightly warp due to aging but the globe turn freely . I guarantee my Antiques to be original; I can be reach at the 310 994 6009 if you want more info , for shipping outside the US please contact me for pricing and condition

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