(Kerguelen or Desolation Islands
possibly original hand color which is skillful and worthy of note
Gascogne Pyrenees
Sud-Deutschland
Binding heavily age worn but still appealing
Europe Continent France Holy Roman Empire Russia Ottomans Italy 1790 J. Cary map Cyclades Sea (Kerguelen or Desolation IslandsA Map of Europe from the Best Authorities. (Old Maps, 19th Century Maps, Europe, Iberia, France, Iceland, British Isles, France, Holy Roman Empire, Italy, Scandinavia, Poland, Ottoman Empire, Russian Empire). Issued c. 1790's, London. Engraved by J. Cary. Uncommon late 18th century engraved map. Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, light age browning down centerfold any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive. Original center fold as issued.