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Auction 196, Lot 359

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"Carte des Isles du Cap Verd Dressee sur les Journaux et les Remarques des Plus Habiles Navigateurs", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

Subject: Cape Verde Islands

Period: 1746 (dated)

Publication: Histoire Generale des Voyages

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.1 x 8.4 inches
28.2 x 21.3 cm
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Charming small map of these important Atlantic islands showing topography, ports, and towns. The chart is centered on a fine compass rose and adorned with a delicately engraved title cartouche.

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Condition: B+

A crisp impression on a watermarked sheet, issued folding with light dampstains, marginal toning, and a small hole at bottom right that has been closed on verso with paper tape.

Estimate: $60 - $75

Sold for: $60

Closed on 2/7/2024

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