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Auction 148, Lot 276

"[Lot of 3] Cape Cod [and] [Untitled - Map of Cape Cod] [and] [Untitled - Map of Cape Cod]",

Subject: Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Period: 1925-34 (circa)

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A. Cape Cod, by Kenneth E. Morang, dated 1934, black & white (19.4 x 19.4"). A graphic map of Cape Cod drawn by Kenneth E. Morang and issued by the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce. The map shows points of interest in Cape Cod and includes many historical notes, including a point off of Eastham where a German submarine fired a shot inland, "the only shot to land on American soil in the World War." The seas are filled with ships, and a sacred cod, complete with halo. The key lists roads by types, including those "'particularly recommended for quaintness and charm." The sides are filled with tourist related information. The map is further embellished with fancy ribbon-style titling and a large compass rose. The map self-folds into a mailer with the chamber's address at top left. Condition: Light toning with several small fold separations. A previous owner has drawn "approximate town lines" in blue ink throughout the map. (B)

B. [Untitled - Map of Cape Cod], by Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, circa 1934, printed color (12.8 x 12.8"). This small promotional map of Cape Cod lists the numerous hotels and golf courses in the area. A panel of text to the right of the map shows the driving distances between various cities. Folds into tan wrappers with 8 pp. of text. (4.1 x 7.1"). Condition: There is one small separation where the map folds into the wrapper. (B+)

C. [Untitled - Map of Cape Cod], by Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce, circa 1925, printed color (12.8 x 12.8"). This is the same map as above but folds into pictorial wrappers with 15 pp. of illustrations showing the history and beauty of the area (4.1 x 8.9"). Condition: The map is clean and bright but is secured to the brochure by two small rusty staples. (B+)

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Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $90

Closed on 2/19/2014

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