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Auction 187, Lot 402

"Scotland", Thomson, John

Subject: Scotland

Period: 1815 (dated)

Publication: New General Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.8 x 23.6 inches
50.3 x 59.9 cm
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This impressive map was drawn and engraved by N.R. Hewitt for Thomson's great atlas. The map divides the country into its shires and locates towns, cities, roads, mountains, rivers, lochs, and more. An inset at top right extends coverage to the Shetland and Orkney islands.

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Condition: B

Contemporary color on a sheet with light toning and scattered foxing. Centerfold separations at left and right have been closed on verso with archival materials.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $100

Closed on 4/27/2022

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