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Auction 191, Lot 66

"World of Flowers", Bartholomew, John

Subject: Cartographic Miscellany

Period: 1972 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
37.9 x 27.8 inches
96.3 x 70.6 cm
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This map shows the most stunning flowers that can be found in various geographic regions around the world. A world map on Goode's projection is at the center, showing only major rivers and topographical features. The map is surrounded by 161 different flowers, which are identified in numbered tables in the bottom corners of the sheet. Self-folding with printed covers. The images are based on paintings by Barbara Everard. Published by John Bartholomew & Son. On the back cover is a list of other pictorial and historical maps by Bartholomew.

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Condition: A

Clean and bright and issued folding, with a bit of minor wear along the folds. Covers are lightly sunned with bumped corners and an old price tag.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $100

Closed on 2/8/2023

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