Madagascar Map - Tranchant

This striking pictorial map of Madagascar by Maurice Tranchant (1904 - 1973) presents the island in a vivid, richly illustrated style that blends cartography with storytelling. Published in Paris in the early 1950s and printed by G. Raidot, the poster highlights the geography, culture, and natural richness of Madagascar through symbolic images, landmarks, flora, and regional scenes arranged across the island’s silhouette. Tranchant’s colors are bold and saturated, with deep reds, golds, and blues creating strong visual contrast against the cream borders.Maurice Tranchant was known for his imaginative map illustrations, many of which were created for educational or promotional purposes during the mid-20th century. His work is instantly recognizable for its decorative style, lively compositions, and detailed vignettes that blend factual geography with cultural motifs. Tranchant’s pictorial maps have become highly collectible for their charm, mid-century graphic sensibility, and vibrant hand-drawn aesthetic.This is an Original Vintage Poster, it is not a reproduction. This poster is conservation mounted, linen backed and in excellent condition. There is some slight staining visible in the margins at the fold lines. We guarantee the authenticity of all our posters.