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. All of these are products of exceptional beauty and detail. Despite producing many beautiful maps and atlases, 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 middle cast.
Dating : In the US Texas is still a part of Mexico ( not yet independent 1836 ) ,Oregon treaty not signed  ,  south pole  unexplored , Actual congo still "unexplored " terre inconnue ),  Columbia including  United Provinces of New Granada ( 1810 to 1816 ). some of the  cost line  from the north of Canada still unexplored near modern Alaska , Louisiane  is mentioned but part of the US ( 1804 purchase )  The horizon ring displaying the zodiacal sign is also in fair condition , the globe move freely .A sparse and unusual French terrestrial globe in good condition for its age .
globe D.Around 9 " H. 18 ,good condition , some light touch up all map readable .I guaranty my Antiques to be original.
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