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Title: Road Maps of France for Motorists 1912
Description: Puteaux, De Dion Bouton. 1912. Book, A set of four road maps of France for motorists published by De Dion Bouton Puteaux circa 1912. On folding linen in 15 sections (each map). Size 70 by 62 cm. (each map). Total size approximately 140 by 124 cm. Folds into original slipcase 21.5 by 12 cm. Scale 1:900000. A key on the front of the slipcase which is repeated under a splendid vignette on the north-west section map explains 24 symbols for road quality administrative boundaries roads forbidden to motorists etc. Each map has a period car from the De Dion Bouton company's range on its cover. A detailed and colourful series of maps that capture the spirit of pre-First War Frace. All maps VG condition. Slipcase worn in places but serviceable. Images available.

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