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Auction 110, Lot 570

"A New Map of Chinese & Independent Tartary, from the Latest Authorities", Cary, John

Subject: Asia

Period: 1806 (dated)

Publication: Cary's New Universal Atlas…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.8 x 18 inches
50.3 x 45.7 cm
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Very finely detailed map covering the heart of Asia from present-day Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, through to Japan and the Philippines. The map is nicely engraved to feature the topography as well as incredible political detail.

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Condition: B

Minor toning and faint offsetting throughout. Tissue repair of fold separations in blank margins.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Unsold

Closed on 3/2/2005

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