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Auction 143, Lot 333

"De Antillische Eilanden, waar onder zyn de Lucaysche en Caribesche", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Caribbean

Period: 1705 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
11.9 x 8.1 inches
30.2 x 20.6 cm
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This reduced version of Sanson's handsome map of the Caribbean has excellent detail, including the Bahamas and the southern tip of Florida. A small amount of the coasts of Central and South America are also included. A strapwork title cartouche adorns the map.

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Condition: B+

A couple tiny spots and some faint toning along centerfold.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $200

Closed on 2/13/2013

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