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Auction 181, Lot 326

"Spanish North America Southern Part", Thomson, John

Subject: Central America

Period: 1816 (dated)

Publication: New General Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
24.3 x 20.1 inches
61.7 x 51.1 cm
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Large and very detailed map of the region south of the Yucatan Peninsula to South America. Includes Belize, much of Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama and Jamaica. There is excellent detail of inland regions with lakes, rivers and mountains, and many offshore islands are depicted. Two non-existent islands appear in the Bay of Honduras: Misteriosa and Santanilla. In addition to its historical appeal, the dramatic topography and coastal shading of this map give it great aesthetic appeal. Engraved by William Dassauville.

References: Kapp (MCC-106) #91.

Condition: B+

There is light offsetting along with a 2.5" centerfold separation and minor edge tear at bottom that have both been closed on verso with archival tape.

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $100

Closed on 2/10/2021

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