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Auction 172, Lot 650

"Corea and Japan", Thomson, John

Subject: Japan & Korea

Period: 1815 (dated)

Publication: New General Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
24.4 x 19.8 inches
62 x 50.3 cm
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A lovely map of Japan and Korea showing the discoveries of Broughton and Krusenstern who traveled in the region in 1796-97 and 1805-11, respectively. In Japan, Kyrushu, Shikoku, and Awajishima are significantly more correct than earlier maps. Nicely detailed with regions delineated, it shows towns, roads, rivers, lakes and mountains.

References: Walter #128.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression with full contemporary color, very light soiling, and a couple of minor printer's creases. There are a few short tears confined to the edge of the sheet.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $150

Closed on 4/17/2019

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