Seat of War Northern Italy Southern Germany Switzerland c1740-50’s rare map Ancient world Empires entitled "Temptation

entitled "Temptation

but retains its inherent structural flexibility and soundness

London for Vernor and Hood

folding accordion [leporello / concertina] style into original cloth binding

Publisher's red paper wrappers

Seat of War Northern Italy Southern Germany Switzerland c1740-50’s rare map Ancient world Empires entitled "TemptationSeat of War in the South of Germany & North of Italy. Issued c. 1750 70s (?) likely London, anonymous engraver. Source unknown, not listed in Jolly. A visually superior example of this very uncommon mid 18th century map, light toning and minor small age spotting, lovely hand coloring, overall map displays a pleasing age patina. Original fold lines as issued for this map. Lower left blank margin trimmed away as issued seen to facilitate folding of the