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Antique Map Auction Sale No. 109 - closed 12/1/2004

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Lot #116: "Nieuw Engeland in Twee Scheeptogen door Kapitein Johan Smith indo Iaren 1614 en 1615 Bestevend" Pieter van der Aa

Antique map chart Nieuw Engeland in Twee Scheeptogen door Kapitein Joh
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Estimate:
$700.00 - $800.00
Sold for: $650.00

Lot 116
By: Pieter van der Aa
Subject: Colonial New England
Date: 1707

Publication: Naaukeurige Versameling der Gedenk-Waardigste Zee…

Condition: A+
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Color: uncolored

Size: 9 x 6 inches
22.9 x 15.3 cm

An interesting map covering from Rhode Island to Penobscot Bay featuring a large Lacus Irocoisiensis with several large islands. The map is filled with many place names, both Indian and early colonial settlements. The pictorial title cartouche depicts Captain John Smith trading with the Indians, while his crew greets a mermaid in the background.




Ref: McCorkle #707-2.

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