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Auction 94, Lot 194

"Jamaica Americae Septentrionalis Ampla Insula", Visscher, Claes Janszoon

Subject: Jamaica

Period: 1700 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23.3 x 20.2 inches
59.2 x 51.3 cm
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Large map of the island divided in thirteen precincts. Great detail of the topography, settlements, and plantations. Uncolored title cartouche surrounded by putti and a mermaid.

References:

Condition: A

Printed on thick paper with no weakness yet from oxidation of the original color. Close, but adequate margins, as issued.

Estimate: $750 - $800

Sold for: $650

Closed on 3/7/2001

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