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Auction 108, Lot 315

"A New Pocket Plan of the Cities of London & Westminster; with the Borough of Southwark: Comprehending the New Buildings and other Alterations to the Year 1803", Faden, William

Subject: England - London

Period: 1803 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
35.4 x 17.6 inches
89.9 x 44.7 cm
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Finely engraved plan segmented in 20 sections on linen with original cover. Terrific detail throughout including bridges, scores of buildings, streets and parks, etc. Legend and coloring indicate city limits, planned streets and buildings, etc. Numbered key locates 31 Parishes.

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Condition: B

Original labels on linen and dust cover are in good condition. Areas of toning throughout map, else very good. Dust cover with marbled paper over blue paper and is very rough.

Estimate: $250 - $300

Sold for: $240

Closed on 9/29/2004

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