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1721 Hand-Colored Engraved Map of America, California as an Island by John Senex

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Maps, Atlases & Globes Start Price:2,800.00 USD Estimated At:3,800.00 - 4,800.00 USD
1721 Hand-Colored Engraved Map of America, California as an Island by John Senex
Historic Maps
1721 “A New Map of America from the Latest Observations” with “California” Shown as an Island
1721, Hand-Colored Engraved Western Hemisphere Map entitled, “A New Map of America from the Latest Observations” by John Senex, London, Choice Crisp Extremely Fine.
This outstanding, original Engraved Map has beautiful Hand-Coloring, being its full Double-page, large folio, measuring 23.5” x 20.75”. It displays both North and South America with California as an Island, with an indented northern coast. The magnificent highly ornate and colorful cartouche in upper left corner displays scenes of Native Americans and wildlife. It is inscribed: “Most humbly Inscribed to the Right Honorable The Earl of Berkshire &c. Deputy Earl Marshall of England.” Original centerfold with some added deft conservation and reinforcement at bottom on the blank reverse which is not seen on the face. Land areas are outlined in red, yellow and pale blue, the vignette in the upper left appearing much like a gorgeous period print. A highly attractive Map with tremendous fresh eye appeal, that is perfect for display. Tooley, no. 81.