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Auction 135, Lot 629

"Asie", Dufour, Auguste-Henri

Subject: Asia

Period: 1862 (dated)

Publication: Atlas Universel

Color: Hand Color

Size:
29.7 x 21.8 inches
75.4 x 55.4 cm
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A very attractive, large map of continental Asia extending to and naming Singapore. The map is filled with great detail and color coded to show European colonies. Titled in fine calligraphy, this is one of the most attractive, large maps of Asia of the 19th century.

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Condition: A

There is a tiny split in the bottom centerfold, not affecting the map.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $150

Closed on 2/16/2011

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