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Auction 185, Lot 656
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"A New Map of Asia, from the Best Authorities", Darton, William

Subject: Asia & Australia

Period: 1811 (dated)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.4 x 11.4 inches
23.9 x 29 cm
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This nicely detailed map of the continent extends to also include all of Australia. Company's L. (Compagnie's Land) is identified north of Isles of Jeso - an unusually late appearance of this cartographic myth. The Great Wall of China is graphically depicted. West Papua is separated from the rest of New Guinea by a narrow strait. Straits of Basses and numerous discoveries are noted in New Holland (Australia).

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Condition: B+

On paper with an "1812" watermark and tape stains in the far margins on recto. There is light soiling, much of it confined to the margins.

Estimate: $70 - $90

Sold for: $41

Closed on 11/17/2021

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