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Four-fold map screen with 21 engraved maps

Thomas Jefferys, c. 1750

The screen has a main world map surrounded by 20 inset maps showing parts of Europe and two celestial hemispheres. It includes a new map of the world or terrestrial globe agreeable to the most modern discoveries and regulated by astronomical observations communicated to the Royal Societies of London and Paris.

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Title of artwork, date

Four-fold map screen with 21 engraved maps, c. 1750

Date supported

1997

Medium and material

Engraving on paper attached to canvas & pine frame

Dimensions

180 x 256 cm

Grant

5000

Total cost

15000

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