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Auction 111, Lot 373

"The Road from London to Boston in Lincoln Shire", Gardner, Thomas

Subject: England

Period: 1719 (published)

Publication: A Pocket-guide to the English Traveller

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10.5 x 6.8 inches
26.7 x 17.3 cm
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Charming road map from this very scarce work, which is rarely seen on the market. The map is very similar to Ogilby's road maps in style and decoration, but on a reduced scale. Beginning at mile 70 from London, the road winds its way through villages, woods, hills, and parks to the city of Lincoln. Includes a nice plan of Lincoln. Very decorative chart with scroll-like panels and eleven compass roses.

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Condition: A

Lovely impression and coloring.

Estimate: $120 - $140

Sold for: $90

Closed on 6/8/2005

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