Greece Macedonia Candia Romania 1772 scarce charming miniature HC map Erbach County blind embossed spine bands

blind embossed spine bands

Valentine's Post Office"

6 1/4" H x 7 3/4" W

North Front

Published 1850

Greece Macedonia Candia Romania 1772 scarce charming miniature HC map Erbach County blind embossed spine bandsCarte de la Grece Anciene et moderne. (Greece Balkans). Issued 1772, Paris. Engraved by anonymous. Charming little mid 18th century engraved map with attractive hand color. Decorative title banner cartouche lower left greatly enhances visual appeal. Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any small age flaws are minor and easy to overlook or forgive. Sheet Measures c. 6 1 2" H x 7 1 2"W. Engraved Area Measures c. 5 3 8" H x 6 3 4"