Rare Antique Map of Milan Area Early 19th century
October 3, 2024
Up for sale is a nice Copper Engraved map published in Mentelle & Chanlaires. A rare antique, colored map this is a full page map (two pages with crease down center) from the atlas measuring approximately 20 by 16 inches. Published early 19th century. Overall map is in acceptable condition. There is a large stain on the bottom 1/3 of the map. There are several 1.5 inch tears along the bottom border, one slightly affecting the print of the map. There are several very small tears along the right and left edges. There is some creasing and folding along the map. The middle of the originally 2 piece map was reattached, resulting in a crease down the center. Rips and tears on this map do not extend beyond the boarder area into the map. Other chipping at edges, small dings and nicks here and there mostly impacting boarder area. The back of this map is blank. Map has been stored flat. Map will look great framed.