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Auction 97, Lot 255

"An Accurate Map of South America Drawn from the best Authorities", Guthrie, William

Subject: South America

Period: 1760 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
8.7 x 6.8 inches
22.1 x 17.3 cm
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Charming small map of the continent with a decorative cartouche and compass rose. Considerable detail along the coasts with Indian names in the interior. Part of the African continent is shown at right and the Solomon Islands are shown in the Pacific. Several discoveries are noted by name and date.

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Condition: A

Ragged binding side margin, else fine.

Estimate: $70 - $90

Sold for: $0

Closed on 12/5/2001

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