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Auction 192, Lot 332
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"A New Map of the West India Isles, from the Latest Authorities", Cary, John

Subject: Gulf of Mexico & Caribbean

Period: 1811 (dated)

Publication: New Universal Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
20.4 x 18.1 inches
51.8 x 46 cm
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A handsome map that extends from Bermuda to Florida and the Carolinas, and follows the Gulf coast to include Mexico and Central America, and south to the northernmost portion of South America and the Lesser Antilles. There is great coastal detail, especially in Central and South America. Numerous Indian tribes are named throughout. Florida is divided into East and West. A note in upper left portion of the map locates the place where LaSalle was murdered in 1687.

References: cf. Phillips (A) #714-58.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression on a sturdy sheet with light offsetting.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $120

Closed on 4/26/2023

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