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Auction 97, Lot 231

"Carte du Lac de Mexico, et de ses Environs Lors de la Conqueste des Espagnols…", Bellin, Jacques Nicolas

Subject: Mexico

Period: 1754 (published)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
6 x 8.3 inches
15.2 x 21.1 cm
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Copper engraved map showing Mexico City located in a large lake. A series of causeways link the main city and other islands in the "Lac d'Eau Salee" with the mainland. Decorative title cartouche and compass rose grace the crisp engraving.

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Condition: B

Couple of minor spots.

Estimate: $100 - $120

Sold for: $75

Closed on 12/5/2001

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