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Auction 109, Lot 523

"[Lot of 2] Hongrie, Turquie Europ? [and] Turkish Dominions in Europe", Various

Subject: Balkans & Hungary

Period: 1762-1816

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Color: Hand Color

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These two maps provide an interesting comparison of the mapping of the Balkan Peninsula from the middle of the eighteenth century to the beginning of the nineteenth century. First (8 x 9.5") by Didier Robert de Vaugondy, dated 1762, was published in Nouvel Atlas Portatif. It shows the major political divisions and cities and is decorated with a lovely title cartouche displaying cannon and military flags. The second map (13 x 18") is by John Thomson, from A New General Atlas, Edinburgh, 1816. This map provides a much more detailed view of the topography with roads and many place names. The title is contained in a bold block.

References: #1 Pedley #368.

Condition: A

Estimate: $220 - $275

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Closed on 12/1/2004

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