TURGOT, PLAN DE PARIS, 1739

Large folio (545 x 415mm.), 21 double-page engraved maps (the first plate an overview, the rest numbered 1-20; plates 18-19 pasted together to form double-page folding plate), designed by Louis Bretez and engraved by Claude Lucas, sheets disbound within contemporary red morocco, gilt coat of arms of the city of Paris on upper and lower cover, gilt fleur-de-lys to spine, minor scattered tears and spotting, binding slightly worn

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

The twenty plates in this volume comprise a large and magnificent detailed bird's-eye view of the whole of Paris, prepared between 1734 and 1739; the first plate in the volume is an overview on a reduced scale. When pasted together the map would have a complete decorative border with a vignette containing a description at the foot of the map. Please note the image showing the whole map is an illustration to show what the map would look like if the map sheets were joined together.