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Auction 108, Lot 94

"L'Amerique Septentrionale, Suivant les Nouvelles Observations…", Aa, Pieter van der

Subject: North America

Period: 1715 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
11.7 x 8.7 inches
29.7 x 22.1 cm
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Uncommon map of North America and the West Indies. Includes an interesting depiction of California that is ambiguous about whether it is an island or not, as the Gulf of California is left open ended. Neptune and two Native Americans flank the large title cartouche.

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Condition: A+

Crisp impression.

Estimate: $750 - $850

Sold for: $550

Closed on 9/29/2004

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