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Auction 115, Lot 345

"Chili, Paraguay, Bresil, Amazones, et Perou", Brion de la Tour/Desnos

Subject: South America

Period: 1786 (dated)

Publication: Atlas General, civil, ecclesiastique et militaire

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.3 x 10.8 inches
31.2 x 27.4 cm
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This lovely map covers all of the continent except the extreme northern coast. It details the course of the Amazon River and locates major cities as well as small villages. The Falklands are here named Is. Malouines. Large decorative title cartouche and ornate rococo border.

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Condition: A

Original color. Close trimmed at top, as issued.

Estimate: $160 - $200

Sold for: $200

Closed on 6/21/2006

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