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Auction 99, Lot 691

"Early Maps of Bohemia, Moravia and Silesia", Kuchar, Karel

Subject: Reference - Cartography

Period: 1961 (published)

Publication: Ustredni Sprava Geodezie a Kartografie (publ.)

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Size:
11 x 14 inches
27.9 x 35.6 cm
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Little is written about the mapping of this region of Central Europe and this book provides an excellent reference for any enthusiast. The book covers maps made between the 15th and 18th centuries and provides great information on the cartographers. Text by Karel Kuchar, translated by Zdenek Safarik, 74 pp text, with 12 double-page, full color plates. Hardbound in rust cloth with title embossed on front cover, with dustjacket.

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Condition: A

Dustjacket worn and chipped, else fine.

Estimate: $50 - $60

Sold for: $50

Closed on 6/12/2002

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