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"Carte des Isles Kouriles d'Apres la Carte Russe, Dressee et Gravee par Laurent", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas
Subject: Kurile Islands & Japan
Period: 1760 (circa)
Publication:
Color: Hand Color
Size:
10.4 x 9.5 inches
26.4 x 24.1 cm
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Attractive map of the Kuriles, a chain of volcanic islands belonging to Russia and extending from Kamchatka (Russia) to Hokkaido (Japan) in the northern Pacific, that shows many harbors and small offshore islands. The map includes numerous inaccuracies and fanciful names for a number of the islands including Is. Tsitronnoi ou des Citrons (Island of Lemons) and Is. des Trois Soeurs (Islands of the Three Sisters). A decorative title cartouche in the French style with a cache of weapons adorns the map. Engraved by Laurent.
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Condition: A
A nice impression, issued folding on a bright sheet with a hint of offsetting.
Estimate: $90 - $110
Price: $65
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