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Auction 101, Lot 255

"Mission des Moxes etabtie par les PP. de la Campagnie de Jesus dans le Perou", Anon.

Subject: Peru

Period: 1780 (published)

Publication: Lettres Edifiantes et Curieuses

Color: Hand Color

Size:
5 x 7 inches
12.7 x 17.8 cm
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Finely engraved map of the region east of Cuzco. The map shows the topographical details and location of the numerous Jesuit missions, in addition to locating Cuzco. Strapwork title cartouche. Engraved by N. Ransonnette.

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Condition: A

Close binding trim and tiny tear, not entering image. Folds as issued.

Estimate: $75 - $100

Sold for: $110

Closed on 12/4/2002

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