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Auction 120, Lot 398

"[Lot of 2] Porto Rico [ together with] Peru", Lucas, Fielding

Subject: Puerto Rico and Peru

Period: 1823 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

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A nice pair of maps from Fielding Lucas. 1) Porto Rico is a topographical map showing the mountains, rivers and bays. The only settlement named is San Juan de Porto Rico, and a small island on the southern coast is named the Casa de Muertos or the Dead Chest. The map is decorated with a simple compass rose and an attractive title block. (12.4 x 8.75")
2) Peru is elegantly engraved with numerous cities and towns located. The topography is well defined. (9.4 x 11.25")

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Condition: B+

Map 1 with original hand color and one faint spot in upper, blank margin. Map 2 with light foxing. Margins with some chips, stains and one tear, not affecting the map.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $160

Closed on 7/18/2007

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