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Auction 198, Lot 325

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"Chili", Seller, John

Subject: Southern South America

Period: 1690 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
5.9 x 4.9 inches
15 x 12.4 cm
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This handsome and uncommon map of Chile appeared in one of John Seller's miniature atlases. It extends from Copiapo south to Chiloé Island and names Santiago, La Serena, Concepcion, Mendoza, and Castro. The region depicted is divided into Chili, Imperial, and Chuchito, with part of Paraguay and Magelanick Land to the east. Title appears in a decorative cartouche at top right.

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Condition: B

A crisp impression with contemporary color and some toning mostly along the sheet edges.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $240

Closed on 6/19/2024

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