L12405

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Lot 318
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Americas--Overton, John.

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • A New and most Exact map of America. London, [c.1669], 420 x 540mm., folding engraved map, [Burden 401, state 2], old folds, with slight restoration at one fold
  • paper
Scarce English carte-à-figures map of the Americas, with panelled borders on four sides, depicting American cities, native costume figures and portraits of important figures in the European discovery and exploration of the regions, including Francis Drake and Thomas Cavendish.

Condition

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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."