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Auction 187, Lot 756

"[Lot of 2] Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers [and] Tooley's Handbook for Map Collectors - A Subject Index Record", Tooley, R. V.

Subject: References, Mapmakers

Period: 1979-1985 (published)

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A. Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, published 1979 (7.2 x 10.4"). This essential reference includes information on approximately 20,000 cartographers, engravers, and publishers active from the early history of cartography through the 19th century. It is based on the unfinished series published by Map Collector's Circle between 1965 and 1975, now completed, revised, and expanded for publication in one useful volume. The book features 91 black & white illustrations. 684 pages. Hardbound in red cloth with gilt titles on front cover and spine. Condition: Near fine with minor shelf wear on covers. (A)

B. Tooley's Handbook for Map Collectors - A Subject Index Record, published 1985 (6.0 x 8.5"). Described by Tooley as "a subject index of facts about maps, to provide answers to queries and explanations of terms and materials employed," this book is full of information on important mapmakers, places, explorers, and notable voyages, and gives notes on collecting, coloring, and dating. 144 pages. Octavo. Hardbound in blue buckram, gilt titles on cover and spine. Condition: Like new. (A+)

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Estimate: $120 - $160

Sold for: $90

Closed on 4/27/2022

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