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LUFFMAN, John (1756-1846). Select Plans of the Principal Cities, Harbors and Forts in the World. London: John Luffman, 1801.
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LUFFMAN, John (1756-1846). Select Plans of the Principal Cities, Harbors and Forts in the World. London: John Luffman, 1801.
2 volumes in one, 4o (215 x 170 mm). Engraved titles and 160 engraved plates colored by a contemporary hand. Flexible marbled boards, rebacked in gilt-lettered sheep antique.
FIRST EDITION of this interesting and unusual work with beautifully hand-colored engraved plates. This work contains a wide selection of detailed plans from all around the world. The plans include New York City and harbor, Boston, Charleston, Philadelphia, Port Royal, Carthagena, etc. The maps are dated between 1 July 1799 and 1 April 1802.
2 volumes in one, 4o (215 x 170 mm). Engraved titles and 160 engraved plates colored by a contemporary hand. Flexible marbled boards, rebacked in gilt-lettered sheep antique.
FIRST EDITION of this interesting and unusual work with beautifully hand-colored engraved plates. This work contains a wide selection of detailed plans from all around the world. The plans include New York City and harbor, Boston, Charleston, Philadelphia, Port Royal, Carthagena, etc. The maps are dated between 1 July 1799 and 1 April 1802.