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Framed Antique 'Plan de Paris' Map

This item is a framed antique map titled "PLAN DE PARIS". The map depicts the city of Paris, France, with its various arrondissements and districts delineated by different pastel colors including shades of pink, yellow, blue, green, and orange. The overall color scheme is somewhat muted, suggestive of age. Physical characteristics include a paper medium, likely an engraved or lithographed print, housed within a simple, modern-looking silver-toned metal frame with a clear cover, possibly glass or acrylic. The map itself shows considerable detail, indicating streets, the Seine River, and notable landmarks or areas. In the top left corner, the title "PLAN DE PARIS" is prominently displayed. The right side of the map features several text blocks, advertisements, or directories, including one for "BRENTANO'S 37 Avenue de l'Opera PARIS" and another mentioning "LOUVRE". There is also a small circular dial graphic, possibly a compass rose or a clock, in the bottom right corner. In the bottom left, there's an insert with an illustration of what appears to be a railway station or a train entering a tunnel, possibly related to rail lines within or connecting to Paris. The map appears to be in good overall condition for its age, with some visible creasing or folds, particularly noticeable in the upper central area, suggesting it may have been folded previously or has experienced some handling wear over time. The colors, while muted, still appear vibrant enough to distinguish the different areas. The craftsmanship in the original printing seems to be of good quality, typical of historical cartography, designed to be both informative and aesthetically pleasing. Based on the style, the presence of Brentano's (a bookstore often associated with travel guides and foreign language publications), and the cartographic details, it likely dates from the late 19th to early 20th century.