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Auction 128, Lot 458
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"America Meridionale divisa ne' suoi principali Stati", Zatta, Antonio

Subject: South America

Period: 1776 (dated)

Publication: Atlante Novissimo

Color: Hand Color

Size:
16 x 12 inches
40.6 x 30.5 cm
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This attractive map shows all of the continent in Zatta's beautiful style that exemplifies his fine engraving. The map extends to include part of Central America and south to show all of Patagonia and the Straits of Magellan. The title cartouche rests in the lower left corner and features plants and fruit. The map names and delineates each political region, and is filled with place names and good detail of rivers and mountains.

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Condition: B+

Fine impression and original coloring on a large sheet with wide margins. Light water stain involves right margin and just enters border, otherwise a fine example.

Estimate: $160 - $200

Sold for: $120

Closed on 5/20/2009

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