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Lot 121
Two 18th Century Maps of American Interest
Lot Details & Additional Photographs
The first a double-hemisphere map of the world after A. Bell, circa 1790, engraved by W. Barker, possibly an American prototype for Carey's Atlas (SS 9 x 15 in.; DOA 16.5 x 22.5 in.); the second map Being Carte de la Caroline Méridionale et Septentrionale et de La Virginie French, late 18th century, showing much of the Southeast (SS 13.75 x 17.75 in.; DOA 21.75 x 25.75 in.). Presented in conforming wooden frames.

Private Collection of a North Carolina Gentleman

Both maps with fold lines from atlas creasing; the smaller map with some damp stains.