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Auction 131, Lot 449

"Terra Firma et Novum Regnum Granatense et Popayan", Jansson/Valck & Schenk

Subject: Panama and Northern South America

Period: 1694 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
19 x 14.5 inches
48.3 x 36.8 cm
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The Isthmus of Panama and northwestern South America is the focus of this decorative map. Most of present-day Colombia and part of Venezuela are included. The map is based on the cartography of Hessel Gerritsz and formed one of the prototypes for South American cartography throughout the rest of the century. The mountainous topography and numerous settlements and towns are noted. Valck & Schenk's imprint is located between the title and scale cartouches.

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Condition: B+

Sharp impression, original color and wide original margins with toning along centerfold.

Estimate: $400 - $500

Sold for: $300

Closed on 3/17/2010

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