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Auction 96, Lot 234

"Ste. Lucie d'apres les Plans leves par les Anglois lors quils la possedoient", Le Rouge, George Louis

Subject: Saint Lucia

Period: 1779 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
18.2 x 24 inches
46.2 x 61 cm
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This uncommon chart is the French version of the 1775 map by Thomas Jeffreys. The high quality of the engraving provides the viewer a good perspective on the topography. The inset "Plan du Carenage" shows soundings, anchorages and fortifications. Segmented & mounted on 18th century linen with vellum tab labeled in manuscript brown ink.

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Condition: A

Slight browning, still overall very good for a working sea chart.

Estimate: $550 - $600

Sold for: $325

Closed on 9/12/2001

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