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Map of Americas

1783

$470
£356.63
€407.77
CA$656.46
A$729.90
CHF 381.11
MX$8,884.62
NOK 4,862.82
SEK 4,556.23
DKK 3,043.26
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Over 200 year old engraved map of Americas by Robert de Vaugondy from 1783. Original hand color. Shows North, Central and South Americas. Note the possibility of a Northwest Passage and Great Ocean of the West with annotations in French. Original antique map on paper displayed on a white mat with a gold border. Mat fits a standard-size frame. Archival plastic sleeve and Certificate of Authenticity included. Artwork, 16.5”L x 11.5”H; mat, 24”L x 18”H. Enjoy a single shipping fee on combined purchases you make from MAPSandART.
  • Creation Year:
    1783
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 24 in (60.96 cm)Depth: 0.1 in (2.54 mm)
  • Medium:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: K48321stDibs: LU10422361723

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