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Auction 190, Lot 277
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"Algemeene Kaart van de Westindische Eilanden", Tirion, Isaac

Subject: Caribbean

Period: 1769 (circa)

Publication: Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.7 x 13.5 inches
45 x 34.3 cm
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A fine, interesting chart of the Caribbean, also showing part of Florida, the Yucatan, and Central America. Even small islands are well-represented and navigational hazards are marked. Major sea routes are noted as well as the direction of the prevailing winds. Title cartouche and two compass roses decorate the chart. Engraved by J. Condet.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.TIR-2a.

Condition: A+

Wide original margins and full contemporary color on a bright sheet with the watermarks of "I Villedary" with a Strasbourg Lily. There is light printer's ink residue.

Estimate: $375 - $450

Sold for: $300

Closed on 11/16/2022

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