This large copper engraved map shows the continent with good detail and has interesting notations concerning the explorations of the interior. The tracks of several voyages are shown in the Pacific. The mythical Lac des Xarayes appears in the center of the continent. The large decorative title cartouche is flanked by natives. The map is based on the work of Guillaume Delisle, who is credited in the title cartouche.

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Condition: B

A crisp impression with contemporary color in the map and later color in the decorative elements. The sheet has been fully backed with tissue to reinforce and repair numerous cracks due to the oxidation of green pigment in Brazil and Chile with minor loss of image.