BLOME, Richard (1635-1705) A New Mapp of America Septentrionale

BLOME, Richard (1635-1705)

A New Mapp of America Septentrionale

Designed by Monsieur Sanson Geographer to the French King, and Rendered into English and Illustrated by Richard Blome by his Majesties Especiall Command

Copper plate engraving with original outline color,

16 x 21 1/2 inch sheet

Burden, State 4

London, 1683[?]

$5,800

The rare English version of Sanson’s foundational map of North America, with Texas and the mythical City of Olivera ringed with mountains.

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