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Auction 96, Lot 98

"[Lot of 3] Map of North America showing its Political Divisions, and Recent Discoveries in the Polar Regions", Mitchell, Samuel Augustus

1 of 3

Subject: North America

Period: Various (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10.5 x 13.5 inches
26.7 x 34.3 cm
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Lot of three maps dated 1860, 1860 and 1870. All nicely hand colored with crisp impressions. Although they appear to be identical, they exhibit three different interiors with varying borders. A great study for the student of Mitchell's work. Several interesting notations in the Polar regions.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $120

Closed on 9/12/2001

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