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Auction 202, Lot 638

"Carte du Kamtchatka", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

Subject: Kamchatka

Period: 1780 (circa)

Publication: Abrege de l'Histoire Generale des Voyages

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.6 x 20.3 inches
29.5 x 51.6 cm
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Handsome map of the peninsula with excellent detail showing topography, watersheds (including several lakes), numerous roads, and settlements. It is filled with rivers, streams, and numerous place names. The map includes the islands of I. Ouiakousatch ou Anfinogen, Isle Schoumctchou, and I. Sirinki ou Dilkon. Block title cartouche. Engraved by J. Laurent.

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Condition: A

Issued folding with a hint of toning at bottom and one fold intersection split, closed on verso.

Estimate: $80 - $95

Sold for: $60

Closed on 2/12/2025

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