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Highly decorative map of England and Wales in Coronelli's unique style, originally published in two sections hence the two title cartouches and coats of arms. A decorative drape-style cartouche with ribbons and tassles showing the whole of the British Isles and the coast of France. Detail includes counties, towns, mountains, rivers, lakes, islands, bays, churches and other features. One of the most sought after large 17th century decorative maps of England. Copper engraving. Hand coloured. Fine condition; some light offsetting and browning to the centrefold. Size: 61.5 x 47 cm. (24 x 18 inches) each