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Auction 149, Lot 376

"Carte de l'Isle de Caienne, et de ses Environs", Bellin/Van Schley

Subject: French Guiana

Period: 1753 (dated)

Publication: Raynal's Histoire Philosophique et Politique…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.3 x 8.6 inches
28.7 x 21.8 cm
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Attractive chart of the coast of French Guyana locating the important fortifications and natural harbor of Cayenne. It is decorated with a fine title cartouches and a compass rose. Dutch title at bottom: Kaart van het Eiland Cayenne, en Omleggende Plaatzen.

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Condition: A

Crisp impression with original color on clean paper with sizable margins and just two small spots of paper weakness.

Estimate: $120 - $150

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Closed on 5/21/2014

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