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Auction 109, Lot 453

"A New and Accurate Map of France Divided into Departments, &c.", Brown, Thomas

Subject: France

Period: 1801 (published)

Publication: General Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.1 x 11.1 inches
33.3 x 28.2 cm
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Nicely detailed and handsome map of France from Thomas Brown's seldom seen General Atlas. Inset map of Corsica. Good detail throughout with major towns, villages, and rivers named. Legend gives location of Metropolitan seats, Bishops seats, and places that have a Tribunal of Justice. Circular cartouche with fancy titling.

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Condition: A

Good impression and delicate original coloring. A couple insignificant spots.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $45

Closed on 12/1/2004

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