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Auction 114, Lot 299

"Neue Charte des Thales von Mexico und der benachbarten Gebirge", Weimar Geographisches Institut

Subject: Mexico

Period: 1814 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
13 x 17.5 inches
33 x 44.5 cm
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Very uncommon topographical map of the vicinity of Mexico City based on Humboldt's chart of the valley of Mexico. A profile at bottom details the canals. Beautifully engraved to illustrate the topography and filled with detail.

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Condition: A

Issued folding, now pressed.

Estimate: $240 - $275

Sold for: $275

Closed on 3/1/2006

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