A. Partie Orientale de l'Empre. Francais et Royaume d'Italie, by Conrad Malte-Brun, from Precis de la Geographie Universelle..., circa 1812, hand color (11.9 x 8.7"). This elegantly engraved map centers on northern Italy and spans from the southeastern corner of France to Austria. Political divisions, mountains, rivers, and towns and cities are shown. The decorative title cartouche depicts a trio of sailing vessels, with the title printed on a sail. Engraved by Jean Baptiste Marie Chamouin and drawn by Giraldon. Condition: A nice impression with original color. (A)

B. Italy I, by SDUK (Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge), dated 1832, black & white (14.8 x 9.3"). This handsome map of northern Italy shows the area from the Switzerland-Italian border down to Tuscany. It names several regions, towns and cities, rivers, and mountains, with their elevations noted in yards. Published by Baldwin & Cradock and engraved by J. & C. Walker. Condition: A crisp impression with light soiling above the title. (B+)

C. Italy III, by SDUK (Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge), dated 1830, hand color (15.3 x 11.4"). This striking engraving shows the southern tip of the Italian peninsula, Sicily, and Malta. Gulfs, ports, and capes are named along the coastlines, and there is good topographical detail inland in addition to many towns and cities identified. Published by Baldwin & Cradock and engraved J. & C. Walker. Condition: Original color with a few unobtrusive spots within the image, two tiny pinholes touching the plate mark, and a light stain at right that just enters the neatline. (A)

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