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Auction 117, Lot 378

"Scheeps Togt van Iamaica Gedaan na Panuco en Rio de las Palmas Aande Golf van Mexico Gelegen", Aa, Pieter van der

Subject: Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean

Period: 1707 (published)

Publication: Naaukerige Versameling

Color: Black & White

Size:
9.1 x 6 inches
23.1 x 15.2 cm
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This very attractive small map covers the coastal regions from South Carolina and Florida through Texas and Mexico to include the Yucatan peninsula. It also covers the Bahamas, Cuba and Jamaica. Several place names throughout, with emphasis in Mexico. The entire gulf is covered with a pictorial cartouche depicting a shipwreck with the survivors climbing to safety on a small island.

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Condition: A

Fine impression with narrow, original margins at top and binding side.

Estimate: $350 - $450

Sold for: $475

Closed on 12/6/2006

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