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Auction 184, Lot 500
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"A New and Accurate Map of Spain and Portugal, Drawn from the Best Authorities", Bowen, Thomas

Subject: Spain & Portugal

Period: 1787 (circa)

Publication: Bankes's New & Complete System of Geography

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.5 x 7.4 inches
29.2 x 18.8 cm
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This nicely engraved map of Spain and Portugal is divided into provinces and regions. There are plenty of place names and some topographical detail of the regions, mountains and rivers. An imprint above the upper neatline reads, "Engraved for Bankes's New & Complete System of Geography Published by Royal Authority."

References: McCorkle (18th C. Geography Books) #11 [19]; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.BANK-1a #19.

Condition: A

There is some minor toning along the sheet's edges.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $50

Closed on 9/15/2021

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