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Auction 125, Lot 394

"Carte de l'Isle de Caienne, et de ses Environs", Bellin/Van Schley

Subject: French Guiana

Period: 1753 (dated)

Publication: Raynal's Histoire Philosophique et Politique…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11 x 8.5 inches
27.9 x 21.6 cm
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Attractive chart of the coast of French Guyana locating the important fortifications and natural harbor of Cayenne. It is decorated with a fine title cartouches and a compass rose. Dutch title at bottom: Kaart van het Eiland Cayenne.

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Condition: A+

Fine original color.

Estimate: $120 - $160

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Closed on 9/24/2008

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