Geography puzzle. France, c. 1860, Atlas Géographique, three maps of Europe, France and Holland, published by A. Logerot, Éditeur, 55 Quai des Augustins, Paris, printed by P. Bellier, Paris, in original red linen-covered box with embossed title. Traces of use. Dimensions: approx. 28 x 22 x 3 cm. Auguste Logerot (1804-1876), active in Paris as publisher of numerous maps and city plans. A geographical jigsaw-puzzle. France c. 1860, Atlas Géographique, three maps of Europe, France and Holland edited by A.Logerot, Éditeur, 55 Quai des Augustins, Paris, printed by P. Bellier, Paris, fitted in original cardboard box with embossed title, signs of age. Dimensions c. 28 x 22 x 3 cm.

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