23rd Nov, 2022 10:30 GMT/BST

Books, Maps & Manuscripts

 
  Lot 2151
 

2151

Sicily, Malta and others.
[Schmettau], Descrizione Geografica del Regno di Sicilia, sue Isole ....
Giovanni Martinon, 1808, folding engraved map of Sicily with Malta inset, 24 sections mounted on linen, 92.5cm x 125cm, an outstanding map, unfortunately significantly damp stained, some sections beginning to lift from tired linen;
Sanson, Le Royaume de France ...
H. Jaillot, 1692, folding engraved map, hand-coloured in outline, 12 sections mounted on linen, 584mm x 892mm, wear to section edges;
Faden [William], Spain and Portugal divided into the respective Kingdoms and Provinces.
W. Faden, June 4th, 1796, folding engraved map, hand-coloured in outline, 18 sections mounted on linen, 522mm x 760mm, worn slipcase;
Faden [William], Western Hemisphere.
W. Faden, May 1st. 1802, hand-coloured circular map, 12 sections mounted on linen, 600mm x 595mm, small stain to Polynesia, faint pencil inscriptions to Atlantic tracking a 19th century voyage, worn slipcase. (4)

Sold for £250
Estimated at £200 - £300


 

Auction: Books, Maps & Manuscripts, 23rd Nov, 2022

Highlights include a collection of Opera scores and books from the Library of the late 7th Earl of Harewood, and two first edition Harry Potter books. Also included are early antiquarian books, modern first editions, illustrations, manuscripts, maps, early photographs, autographed letters and historic documents.

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