Sale 2496 - Maps & Atlases, Natural History & Color Plate Books, December 13, 2018

232 c   (CHINA.) Morokoshi Meisho Zue. Front inside pastedown with title printed on pink paper, profusion of woodblock maps and illustrations (well over 200, many double-page). 6 volumes. Small 4to format, 10x7 inches, original sewn yellow paper wrappers with printed paper labels, moderate wear; internally nice. Japan, Bunka 2 (1805) [3,000/5,000] A superb extensive Japanese atlas and encyclopedia illuminating various elements of Chinese culture such as history, legends, customs, costume, topography, important landmarks, and scientific and military technology.