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Auction 190, Lot 715

"[2 Volumes] Atlas Encyclopedique, Contenant la Geographie Ancienne, et Quelques Cartes sur la Geographie du Moyen Age, la Geographie Moderne, et les Cartes Relatives a la Geographie Physique", Bonne, Rigobert

Subject: Atlases

Period: 1787-88 (published)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
10 x 12.8 inches
25.4 x 32.5 cm
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This quarto-sized world atlas contains 140 maps with introductory text. Included are maps of the world and continents, numerous regional maps, and historical maps. There are 16 regional maps related to North America including:

Les Etats Unis de l'Amerique Septentrionale Partie Occidentale
Les Etats Unis de l'Amerique Septentrionale Partie Orientale
L'Ancien et le Nouveau Mexique ... Partie Occidentale
L'Ancien et le Nouveau Mexique ... Partie Orientale


Other maps of interest in include those of Hawaii, New Zealand, and Tasmania. Each volume includes the introductory "Analyse des Cartes de cet Atlas." Volume I: title page, 65 pp.; 77 maps. Volume II: title page; 110 pp.; list of maps; 63 maps. Hardbound in gray paper boards with white printed title labels on spines and deckled edges.

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Condition: B+

The maps range in condition from near fine (A) to good (B), with the majority in very good (B+) condition. There is light to moderate toning and foxing on the maps, and occasional spots caused by a paper flaw. About a third of the maps are in "A" condition and about 15 maps are in "B" condition. The covers are worn with soiling, scuffs, and a little bit of warping. The title labels on the spine are very chipped.

Estimate: $2,000 - $2,300

Sold for: $1,500

Closed on 11/16/2022

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