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Auction 88, Lot 304

"A Plan of the Town and Fortress of Garlah belonging to Angria the Admiral to the Johou Rajah on the Coast of Mallabar", Anon.

Subject: India

Period: 1756 (published)

Publication: Gentleman's Magazine

Color: Black & White

Size:
17 x 10 inches
43.2 x 25.4 cm
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A very interesting bird's eye view of the fort and surrounding village. Text at left explains the numbers on the chart providing fascinating detail. Map has been laid down on a sheet of laid paper to repair an old separation of fold. Binder's trim to neatline affecting about 2". A little staining.

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Condition: C

Estimate: $20 - $30

Sold for: $25

Closed on 10/2/1999

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