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Auction 153, Lot 83

"A New Map of North America, Agreeable to the Latest Discoveries", Wilkinson, Robert

Subject: North America

Period: 1794 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10 x 8.1 inches
25.4 x 20.6 cm
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This small map of North America shows the young United States confined to east of the Mississippi River. Florida is divided into East and West Florida, and a prominent River of the West flows into the Pacific at the Entrance of Juan de Fuca. The west coast is labeled New Albion with a few place names along the coast including Sir Francis Drake's Harbor. The interior is largely blank with the exception of some limited topography and the river systems including a note that states the "Missouri Navigable 1300 Miles." Engraved by Thomas Conder.

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Condition: B+

A strong impression with some minor toning and color offsetting from an opposing page.

Estimate: $250 - $325

Sold for: $140

Closed on 5/20/2015

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