A General Map of the Post Roads of Europe wherein all the post stages with their distances are particularly expressed.

Cartographer(s): John Rocque
Date: 1758
Place: London
Dimensions: 91 x 86 cm (36 x 34 in)
Condition Rating: VG

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Rare first edition of Rocque’s spectacular map of the post roads of Europe in original colors

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Rare first edition of the finest (and one of the earliest) post road maps of Europe.

Cartographer(s):

John Rocque

John Rocque (ca. 1709–1762) was an influential surveyor, cartographer, engraver, and map-seller. He moved to England as a child with his parents, who were French Huguenot émigrés.

Condition Description

Laid on new linen for long-term preservation. Excellent.

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