Interesting Original Antique Map of South America, 1822

Reference
BG-00662
Date
1822
Region
Americas
Category
Antique Map
Sheet size
45.0 x 56.5 cm (17.7 x 22.2 in)
Condition
Good
Availability
Available
Price
EUR 220

Antique map titled 'South America'.

Map of South America with attractive topography, surrounded on three sides by text on the history, geography, and economy of the continent. Shows a huge La Plata province that includes much of Peru and all of present-day Bolivia and Argentina north of Patagonia. This map originates from 'A Complete Historical, Chronological, And Geographical American Atlas, Being A Guide To The History Of North And South America, And The West Indies ... To The Year 1822'. Artists and Engravers: Author: H.C. Carey.

Artist: Author: H.C. Carey.

Condition: Good, general age-related toning. Stains in upper part of the map, please study image carefully. Date: 1822 Overall size: 56.5 x 45 cm. Image size: 0.001 x 31 x 42 cm.

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