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Auction 190, Lot 106

"A New Map of the Province of Quebec in North America; Drawn from the Best Authorities", Kitchin, Thomas

Subject: Colonial Northeastern United States & Canada

Period: 1764 (published)

Publication: London Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
8.6 x 6.8 inches
21.8 x 17.3 cm
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This early map of the province of Quebec is centered on the St. Lawrence River and extends west to James Bay and Lake Ontario. Settlements are confined along the St. Lawrence River, although there is good detail of the other rivers and lakes in the region. Hudson's Bay Territory is labeled to the northwest. Adorned with a lovely rococo cartouche.

References: Jolly #LOND-241; Sellers & Van Ee #582.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression on a bright sheet, issued folding with light offsetting from an opposing page of text at left and right.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Unsold

Closed on 11/16/2022

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