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Auction 174, Lot 95
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"A New Map of North America, Agreeable to the Latest Discoveries", Wilkinson, Robert

Subject: North America

Period: 1794 (dated)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
10 x 8 inches
25.4 x 20.3 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. The west coast is labeled New Albion with a few place names along the coast including Sir Francis Drake's Har. 1578. The interior is largely blank with the exception of some limited topography and the river systems including a note that states that the "Missouri Navigable 1300 Miles." Engraved by Thomas Conder.

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Condition: A

A hint of toning.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $80

Closed on 9/11/2019

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