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PALESTINE AND MIDDLE EAST Map of Palestine and the Middle East. [c.1944] Colour-printed map (360 x 505mm.), with printed overslip in Hebrew (see note), mounted An unusual map showing the Middle East as a great Arab kingdom, delineating mosques and Muslim towns (including Mecca; Jewish settlements are absent), and showing British merchant ships at sea. The map within a decorative frame incorporating five corner medallions showing Middle-Eastern rulers including Ibn Saud, King of Saudi Arabia, and John Vereker, High Commissioner for Palestine and Transjordan. In the centre of the map (where an English-Arab calendar was supposed to appear), is pasted-on note, apparently printed by the Etzel (a Zionist paramilitary organization), that reads: "Jews in their homeland! this is how the ‘white book’ administration foresees the ‘Arab Unity’ and extermination of Zionism. Tens of thousands of such maps were distributed in the Middle East. Britain plays with fire!! Remember the conspiracy!”Condition ReportCondition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate. 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.