Russia in Europe 1750 Vaugondy engraved hand colored miniature map variant
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Russie Europeenne. (Europe in Russia).
Issued c.1750, Paris by Vaugondy. Engraved by Lattre.
Charming mid-eighteenth century engraved miniature map with lovely full hand color.
Original fold lines as issued.
Variant issue of another version we recently handled with same date, imprint & appearance but clearly from an entirely different plate. Many variant issue likely exist.
Almost folk-art simple geography.
Overall clean and attractive example, any age flaws are minor and don't detract visually. Original fold lines as issued.
Map still displays well and looks great.
Delightful little map.
Map measures c. 6 1/2" x 6 5/8".
Engraved area c. 5 3/4" x 5 3/4".
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