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Auction 88, Lot 309

"Asia (Southern Sheet)", Colton, Joseph Hutchins

Subject: Southern Asia

Period: 1858 (dated)

Publication: Colton's Illustrated Cabinet Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.8 x 10.6 inches
32.5 x 26.9 cm
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Hindoostan, Birmah, Laos, Anam, Siam and Madras are incorporated in this beautifully hand colored engraving from the rarely seen Cabinet Atlas. Includes Ceylon, the Strait of Malacca and Singapore. Fine engraving style, delicate flower and leaf border and good color. Scattered light foxing, otherwise good margins and crisp lines.

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Condition: B

Estimate: $40 - $60

Sold for: $16

Closed on 10/2/1999

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