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Antique Map of Asia by Larousse, 1897
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Front: 'Carte Generale de l'Asie.' (General map of Asia). Rear: 'Asie.' (Asia, scenes of Asia, nature, plants and animals, people, costume).' This rare early lithographic print originates from: 'Nouveau Larousse Illustre en sept volumes.', Directeur Claude Auge, Paris, published 1897-1904, with a supplement addedin 1907. The Nouveau Larousse illustre (New Larousse Illustrated) was an illustrated French language encyclopedia published by Larousse between 1897-1904, in 7 volumes and a supplement. It was essentially a scaled-down version of the 'Grand dictionnaire universel du XIXe siècle.' (Great universal dictionary of the 19th century) of Pierre Larousse, but updated and written in a more neutral, scientific style under the editorship of Claude Auge.
Artists and Engravers: Pierre Larousse (1817-1875). Claude Auge (1854-1924). Map by Rougeron Vignerot Demoulin. Scenes after Millot.
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- Dimensions:Height: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)Width: 9.06 in (23 cm)Depth: 0 in (0.01 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1897
- Condition:Condition: Excellent. General age related toning and occasional light staining from handling. Irregular left paper edge from binding. Please study image carefully.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
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