This military map depicts the fortified encampment of Montreuil near the French coast, including topographic details such as dunes, roads, artillery positions, and coastline. It was engraved after a drawing by engineer Lécrivain during Marshal Ney’s command.

Ambroise Tardieu (1788–1841) was a prominent French cartographer, geographer, and engraver. He was known for his clarity, precision, and contribution to civil and military cartography during the Napoleonic and Restoration periods. His engravings were widely used in atlases, educational publications, and strategic military planning.

Artist or Maker:

Ambroise Tardieu (1788–1841)

Dimensions:

37 cm x 56 cm

Medium:

Copperplate Engraving

Date:

1819

Condition Report:

This work is in good condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or fox or mottled marks to be expected with age. Please review the images carefully for condition details, and feel free to contact us with any questions or for a comprehensive condition report.

Estimate	100 - 200 SEK
Buyers Premium (inc. VAT)	25%
Hammer Fee (inc. VAT)	6 SEK

Shipping

If you have any questions about shipping specific items, please contact us.

Dahlströms Fine Art

Kristinaplatsen 3

60231 Norrköping

+46 70 359 75 85

info@dahlstromsfineart.se

Auctions

Terms of purchase

Terms of sale

1 Ambroise Tardieu – Map of the Montreuil Military Camp / Plan du Camp de Montreuil – Engraving (1819)