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Carte de la Terre Ferme du Perou du Bresil et du Pays des Amazones

de l'Isle, G./ Covens and Mortier
Carte de la Terre Ferme du Perou du Bresil et du Pays des Amazones, c. 1730
19.25 x 22.5 in.
Original outline color.
Almost Very Good, with small upper and lower centerfold splits. The lower extends about ½ inch into the image, with no loss.
 
The northern half of South America in excellent detail, showing the improved charting of the northeast coast in the early 18th century. The mythical Lake Parime and Manoa (El Dorado) are not shown, but de l'Isle notes their supposed location in the area of Guiana. Interesting commentary throughout, including characteristics of inhabitants and the courses of unexplored rivers.
 
Price: $575
 
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