Lot 45
  • 45

Paris--Rocque, John (pub.)

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • A Plan of Paris and the adjacent country, In which is contained a description of the Villages, Seats, Great Roads & others, Valleys, Woods, Vinyards, Plowd & Pasture. [London:] John Rocque, 1748, large wall-map in 7 sheets joined, engraved by Claude Roussel, 1360 x 1400mm., dark impression
  • paper

Condition

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

A scarce wall-map of Paris, published by Rocque as a companion to his map of London and environs, and prepared to the same scale to give a comparison of the extent of the two capitals.