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Auction 181, Lot 264

"Historical Trails Through New Mexico - The Land of Enchantment",

Subject: New Mexico

Period: 1940 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Printed Color

Size:
16.4 x 21.4 inches
41.7 x 54.4 cm
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This very colorful map of New Mexico is drawn in the style of Jo Mora and covers the region from Taos and Shiprock south to Carlsbad and El Paso. Early explorer routes are shown including those of Coronado, Espejo and Onate as well as numerous old trails including the Santa Fe, Butterfield and Comanche. The map is richly embellished with illustrations including a cattle drive, wagon train, Spanish soldiers and various wildlife. The verso contains text about Coronado and the various trails. The map was produced by Wilfred Stedman on behalf of the New Mexico State Tourist Bureau. Self-folding (3.7 x 8.5").

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Condition: A

A clean and colorful example, issued folding. There is a scrapbook remnant on the rear wrapper.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $120

Closed on 2/10/2021

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