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Auction 192, Lot 412

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"Children's Map of London", Bartholomew, John

Subject: London, England

Period: 1970 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
28.9 x 21 inches
73.4 x 53.3 cm
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This is a later edition of this eye-catching pictorial map of London that was intended for use by children. It covers the area from Hyde Park to London Tower and St. Pancras Station to Victoria Station. The densely filled map displays parks, buildings, named streets, and several quotations from the likes of Noyes, Kipling, and Cowher. True to its intended audience, the map is surrounded by numerous small vignettes depicting nursery rhymes including Humpty Dumpty, Jack & Jill, and Little Miss Muffett, as well as six related coats of arms. Signed by L.G. Bullock at lower right. Backed with linen. Self-folding.

References: Rumsey #12487.

Condition: A+

A clean and colorful example, issued folding. Backed with linen.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $36

Closed on 4/26/2023

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