1861 Stieler's Hand Atlas on all Parts of the Earth 83 Maps by Justus Perthes

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You are bidding on:1861 Stieler's Hand-Atlas on all parts of the earth, and over the Weltgebaude Complete edition.The atlas measures 15"L X 10"W x 2"H.83 double-page hand colored maps. Maps are in very good condition. However, there is some wear at edges. The head and tail of the spine are both softened and frayed.Some leather is missing from spine.N° de réf. Dr. J Banks HamburghPublished by : Justus Perthes, GothaThe atlas is complete with all pages, plus indexes, prefaces with 83 exquisitecopper-engraved mapsAdolf Stieler (1775-1836) was a German cartographer who worked most of his life in the Justus Perthes Geographical Institute in Gotha. His atlases are deservedly held in high esteem for their excellence. His Handatlas was the leading German world atlas until the middle of the 20th century, parts of which were printed until 1944.Please review the pictures below to identify the condition,they are part of this description.Double Please visit our ebay store - Makaka Toys