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Auction 202, Lot 323
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"A General Map of South America from the Best Surveys", Reid, John

Subject: South America

Period: 1796 (dated)

Publication: The American Atlas

Color: Black & White

Size:
17.6 x 14.3 inches
44.7 x 36.3 cm
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This beautifully engraved map was published in John Reid's rare American Atlas, which was the second atlas to be published in America. It shows the entire continent in very fine detail including towns and settlements, coastal regions, interior watersheds, and topography. The mythical Lake Parime appears in Guiana. It extends to locate Georgia Island and the Sandwich Island group to the east of Tierra del Fuego. There is also good detail of the Galapagos Islands. Engraved by B. Tanner.

References: Wheat & Brun #712.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression with minor soiling and faint dampstains in the top corners.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Unsold

Closed on 2/12/2025

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