Old Pictorial Map of Corsica by Liozu, 1951: Ajaccio, Corte, Bastia, Napoleon, Mountains

The "Corse" map, crafted by the esteemed Jacques Liozu in 1951, is a vibrant and detailed depiction of the island of Corsica. Liozu, renowned for his artistic cartographic works, brings to life the rich cultural tapestry and geographical diversity of this Mediterranean gem. His meticulous attention to detail and flair for pictorial representation make this map not just a navigational tool, but a work of art that captures the essence of Corsican heritage and landscape.

The map is adorned with a decorative compass rose and is rich in illustrations that showcase traditional Corsican life. From the depictions of local agriculture, such as grapevines and fruit baskets, to the traditional clothing worn by the inhabitants, every element is thoughtfully rendered. The map also features maritime elements, including boats and ships, which highlight Corsica's strong connection to the sea. The artistic border design further enhances the map's aesthetic appeal, making it a captivating piece for any collector.

Corsica's major cities and towns, such as Ajaccio, Bastia, and Corte, are prominently featured, each illustrated with unique landmarks and historical references. The map also includes smaller towns like Calvi, Porto-Vecchio, and Bonifacio, each contributing to the island's rich historical and cultural narrative. These settlements are depicted with an eye for detail that brings to life the vibrant communities and historical significance of each location.

Natural features are vividly illustrated, with mountainous regions, rivers, and coastal areas depicted pictorially. The map captures the island's rugged terrain and scenic landscapes, from the peaks of Monte Cinto to the serene beaches along the coast. Rivers and waterfalls are also shown, adding to the map's dynamic portrayal of Corsica's natural beauty. This attention to natural features not only enhances the map's visual appeal but also provides valuable insights into the island's geography.

Historically significant elements are woven throughout the map, with illustrations of notable figures such as Napoleon Bonaparte, who was born in Ajaccio. The map also highlights local crafts and trades, such as fishing and farming, offering a glimpse into the traditional livelihoods of Corsicans. This blend of historical and cultural elements, combined with Liozu's artistic prowess, makes the "Corse" map a remarkable piece that celebrates the rich heritage and natural splendor of Corsica.

Cities and towns on this map

• Ajaccio
• Bastia
• Corte
• Calvi
• Porto-Vecchio
• Bonifacio
• Sartène
• Propriano
• Aleria
• Ile Rousse
• Saint-Florent
• Ghisunaccia
• Porto
• Pino
• Monza
• Petreto
• Vico
• Olmeto
• Cargèse
• Bocognano
• Orezza
• Cervione
• Piedicroce
• Castigajo
• Olivese
• Murato
• Zicavo
• Piana
• Ota
• Solenzara

Notable Features & Landmarks

• Decorative compass rose
• Illustrations of traditional Corsican clothing
• Depiction of Napoleon Bonaparte
• Illustration of local agriculture (e.g., grapevines, fruit baskets)
• Historic landmarks such as churches and forts
• Depiction of Corsican wildlife and livestock
• Maritime elements including boats and ships
• Mountainous regions illustrated pictorially
• Coastal features and beaches
• Rivers and waterfalls
• Traditional Corsican musical instruments
• Local crafts and trades depicted (e.g., fishing, farming)
• Scenic landscapes and natural features
• Historical events and figures represented through illustrations
• Artistic border design

Historical and design context

• Name of the map: Corse
• Relief and decorative elements: Color pictorial map of Corsica, France. Relief shown pictorially. Includes decorative compass rose.
• Creation date: 1951
• Mapmaker/Publisher: Jacques Liozu. Liozu was known for creating detailed and artistically rendered maps, often with a pictorial or thematic focus.
• Themes and topics shown: The map is thematic and pictorial, with illustrations depicting cultural elements, historical landmarks, and notable features of Corsica.
• Countries and regions shown: Corsica, which is a region of France.
• Design and style: The map has a pictorial and thematic design, with artistic illustrations and a decorative compass rose. The style is reminiscent of mid-20th-century artistic maps, combining practical cartographic information with artistic and cultural elements.
• Historical significance: This map provides a mid-20th-century perspective on Corsica, highlighting its cultural and historical landmarks, and offering insight into the artistic cartographic practices of the time.

Please double check the images to make sure that a specific town or place is shown on this map. You can also get in touch and ask us to check the map for you.

This map looks great at every size, but I always recommend going for a larger size if you have space. That way you can easily make out all of the details.

This map looks amazing at sizes all the way up to 70in (180cm). If you are looking for a larger map, please get in touch.

The model in the listing images is holding the 18x24in (45x60cm) version of this map.

The fifth listing image shows an example of my map personalisation service.

If you’re looking for something slightly different, check out my collection of the best old maps to see if something else catches your eye.

Please contact me to check if a certain location, landmark or feature is shown on this map.

This would make a wonderful birthday, Christmas, Father's Day, work leaving, anniversary or housewarming gift for someone from the areas covered by this map.

This map is available as a giclée print on acid free archival matte paper, or you can buy it framed. The frame is a nice, simple black frame that suits most aesthetics. Please get in touch if you'd like a different frame colour or material. My frames are glazed with super-clear museum-grade acrylic (perspex/acrylite), which is significantly less reflective than glass, safer, and will always arrive in perfect condition.

This map is also available as a float framed canvas, sometimes known as a shadow gap framed canvas or canvas floater. The map is printed on artist's cotton canvas and then stretched over a handmade box frame. We then "float" the canvas inside a wooden frame, which is available in a range of colours (black, dark brown, oak, antique gold and white). This is a wonderful way to present a map without glazing in front. See some examples of float framed canvas maps and explore the differences between my different finishes.

For something truly unique, this map is also available in "Unique 3D", our trademarked process that dramatically transforms the map so that it has a wonderful sense of depth. We combine the original map with detailed topography and elevation data, so that mountains and the terrain really "pop". For more info and examples of 3D maps, check my Unique 3D page.

For most orders, delivery time is about 3 working days. Personalised and customised products take longer, as I have to do the personalisation and send it to you for approval, which usually takes 1 or 2 days.

Please note that very large framed orders usually take longer to make and deliver. 

If you need your order to arrive by a certain date, please contact me before you order so that we can find the best way of making sure you get your order in time.

I print and frame maps and artwork in 23 countries around the world. This means your order will be made locally, which cuts down on delivery time and ensures that it won't be damaged during delivery. You'll never pay customs or import duty, and we'll put less CO2 into the air.

All of my maps and art prints are well packaged and sent in a rugged tube if unframed, or surrounded by foam if framed.

I try to send out all orders within 1 or 2 days of receiving your order, though some products (like face masks, mugs and tote bags) can take longer to make.

If you select Express Delivery at checkout your order we will prioritise your order and send it out by 1-day courier (Fedex, DHL, UPS, Parcelforce).

Next Day delivery is also available in some countries (US, UK, Singapore, UAE) but please try to order early in the day so that we can get it sent out on time.

Read my full delivery and local production guide

My standard frame is a gallery style black ash hardwood frame. It is simple and quite modern looking. My standard frame is around 20mm (0.8in) wide.

I use super-clear acrylic (perspex/acrylite) for the frame glass. It's lighter and safer than glass - and it looks better, as the reflectivity is lower.

Six standard frame colours are available for free (black, dark brown, dark grey, oak, white and antique gold). Custom framing and mounting/matting is available if you're looking for something else.

Most maps, art and illustrations are also available as a framed canvas. We use matte (not shiny) cotton canvas, stretch it over a sustainably sourced box wood frame, and then 'float' the piece within a wood frame. The end result is quite beautiful, and there's no glazing to get in the way.

All frames are provided "ready to hang", with either a string or brackets on the back. Very large frames will have heavy duty hanging plates and/or a mounting baton. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

See some examples of my framed maps and framed canvas maps.

Alternatively, I can also supply old maps and artwork on canvas, foam board, cotton rag and other materials.

If you want to frame your map or artwork yourself, please read my size guide first.

Alcune delle mie vecchie mappe sono ora disponibili come tele incorniciate. Per favore contattami se desideri ordinare una dimensione che non è disponibile nel mio negozio.

Le vecchie mappe su tela sono un'alternativa interessante alle mappe incorniciate in modo convenzionale. A seconda del tuo gusto personale e dell'arredamento della stanza, le mappe su tela possono "risaltare" un po' di più rispetto a una mappa incorniciata.

Scopri di più sulle mie mappe su tela incorniciate.

My maps are extremely high quality reproductions of original maps.

I source original, rare maps from libraries, auction houses and private collections around the world, restore them at my London workshop, and then use specialist giclée inks and printers to create beautiful maps that look even better than the original.

My maps are printed on acid-free archival matte (not glossy) paper that feels very high quality and almost like card. In technical terms the paper weight/thickness is 10mil/200gsm. It's perfect for framing.

I print with Epson ultrachrome giclée UV fade resistant pigment inks - some of the best inks you can find.

I can also make maps on canvas, cotton rag and other exotic materials.

Learn more about The Unique Maps Co.

Map personalisation

If you're looking for the perfect anniversary or housewarming gift, I can personalise your map to make it truly unique. For example, I can add a short message, or highlight an important location, or add your family's coat of arms.

The options are almost infinite. Please see my map personalisation page for some wonderful examples of what's possible.

To order a personalised map, select "personalise your map" before adding it to your basket.

Get in touch if you're looking for more complex customisations and personalisations.

Map ageing

I have been asked hundreds of times over the years by customers if they could buy a map that looks even older.

Well, now you can, by selecting Aged before you add a map to your basket.

All the product photos you see on this page show the map in its Original form. This is what the map looks like today.

If you select Aged, I will age your map by hand, using a special and unique process developed through years of studying old maps, talking to researchers to understand the chemistry of aging paper, and of course... lots of practice!

If you're unsure, stick to the Original colour of the map. If you want something a bit darker and older looking, go for Aged.

See some amazing examples of Aged maps.

Se non sei soddisfatto del tuo ordine per qualsiasi motivo, contattami per un rimborso senza problemi. Si prega di consultare la nostra politica di reso e rimborso per ulteriori informazioni.

Sono molto sicuro che ti piacerà la tua mappa restaurata o la stampa d'arte. Lo faccio dal 1984. Sono un venditore Etsy a 5 stelle. Ho venduto decine di migliaia di mappe e stampe d'arte e ho oltre 5.000 recensioni reali a 5 stelle.

Utilizzo un processo unico per restaurare mappe e opere d'arte che richiede molto tempo e lavoro. Trovare le mappe e le illustrazioni originali può richiedere mesi. Utilizzo tecnologia all'avanguardia e incredibilmente costosa per scannerizzare e restaurarle. Di conseguenza, garantisco che le mie mappe e stampe d'arte siano superiori alle altre - ecco perché posso offrire un rimborso senza problemi.

Quasi tutte le mie mappe e stampe d'arte sembrano fantastiche a grandi dimensioni (200 cm, 6,5 piedi+) e posso anche incorniciarle e consegnarle a te, tramite un corriere speciale per oggetti di grandi dimensioni. Contattami per discutere delle tue esigenze specifiche.