[China/Eastern Asia]. Frederick de Wit. Magnae Tartariae, Magni Mogolis Imperii Japoniae Et Chinae, Nova Descriptio Ex Tabula Ampliss: Viri D.N. Witsen Pro Majori Parte... Double-page engraved map of eastern Asia, including Siberia, Japan, China, Tibet, and the eastern portion of the Persian Empire. Amst: c.1680. 17 x 21 5/8 in. ''Ex Officina P. Mortier'' appears below cartouche and nearby, ''Sold by Christopher Browne at ye Globe at the west end of Saint Paulls' Church.'' Early full hand-coloring.
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Mild foxing of each side margin, else in very good condition. No information or description of any kind with regard to property listed shall be construed as a warranty, either expressed or implied. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.
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Quinn & Waverly Fine Maps & Atlases
3:30 PM PT - Apr 10th, 2008
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Quinn's & Waverly Auction Galleries
431 North Maple Avenue
Falls Church VA 22046
Falls Church VA 22046
