Assuming I had an urge to distinguish between different kinds of 
figures, e.g. between maps and illustrations, what would be the proper 
way of encoding such a distinction, given that @type is not currently 
allowed on <figure>? (Should it be?)

Thanks much for any feedback,

Markus

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