First World Map Available to the Collector to Bear the Name America
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First World Map Available to the Collector to Bear the Name America
About the Item
- Creator:Peter Apian (Illustrator)
- Dimensions:Height: 25 in (63.5 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Medieval (Of the Period)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1520
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Condition report available upon request.
- Seller Location:Houston, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU129322126752
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