Offered for the historical interest of the topic as well as the modern appeal of the printed image
wind directions all named precisely along concentric circles in six different European languages
A Bridge of Boats at Colombo
Excellent level of detail not possible on smaller maps
London- A Cartographic History 1746-1950
Amsterdam Netherlands 1737 rare guide book w/ 28 views city map Ij view Dapper France Offered for the historical interestWegwyzer, of Korte Beschryvinge Van de Stadt Amsterdam. 1737, Amsterdam, Erven van J. Ratelband. pp. 504. with 28 fine copper engraved views, plates and map. Plates include a splendid allegorical title page, a fine miniature oblong panoramic Ij river birds eye view, a detailed city plan, and 25 excellent views around the city, most depicting pedestrians, canals, windmills, and early important buildings, some of which are now gone, others which still