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Thompson. A New Map of Europe. 1798. An unrecorded issue

Auction Closed

July 28, 03:29 PM GMT

Estimate

4,000 - 6,000 GBP

Lot Details

Description

THOMPSON, GEORGE


A new map of Europe, divided into its empires, kingdoms, &c. with views and descriptions of the most capital cities & towns from the latest authorities. London: G. Thompson, 1798


Large engraved map of Europe on 2 sheets joined, with 8 vignettes of city views (623 x 1075mm.), partial outline colour, minor repairs, right and left side remargined


UNRECORDED. We have been unable to locate any other example of this 1798 edition. The city views show London, Paris, Amsterdam, Rome, Constantinople, Copenhagen, Petersburg, and Stockholm.


LITERATURE:

cf. British Library, BLL01004838093 (1808 edition)