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Composite atlas focusing on the Eu…

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[MISCELLANEOUS ATLAS]. Paris: 1703-1767. Composite atlas focusing on the European landscape with maps published in Paris in the 18th century by various geographers including De L'isle, Sanson, Janvier and Bonne. Folio, (555 x 385mm). 34 maps with watercolored outlines with legend markers applied to the margin: 1 armillary sphere, 1 globe, 4 maps of the continents, 16 maps relating to Europe, 5 maps relating to Italy and 7 relating to the ancient world (sporadic light foxing and a few spots mainly outside the engraving). Contemporary half vellum binding (some wear and chipping). List of maps available on request. (1)

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[MISCELLANEOUS ATLAS]. Paris: 1703-1767. Composite atlas focusing on the European landscape with maps published in Paris in the 18th century by various geographers including De L'isle, Sanson, Janvier and Bonne. Folio, (555 x 385mm). 34 maps with watercolored outlines with legend markers applied to the margin: 1 armillary sphere, 1 globe, 4 maps of the continents, 16 maps relating to Europe, 5 maps relating to Italy and 7 relating to the ancient world (sporadic light foxing and a few spots mainly outside the engraving). Contemporary half vellum binding (some wear and chipping). List of maps available on request. (1)

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