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Auction 123, Lot 398

"Kaart van het Eiland Jamaika", Bonne/Bachiene

Subject: Jamaica

Period: 1785 (circa)

Publication: Atlas, tot opheldering der hedendaagsche historie

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.4 x 8.2 inches
31.5 x 20.8 cm
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This is the uncommon Dutch version of this attractive map of Jamaica. The mountains are boldly engraved and there is nice detail of the river systems. The parishes are named but boundaries are not shown. Adorned with a handsome title cartouche.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $140 - $180

Sold for: $75

Closed on 2/20/2008

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