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Lot 806

Bowen - Map of North and South Carolina

Estimate: $500 - $700

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Emanuel Bowen (1694-1767), A New & Accurate Map of the Provinces of North & South Carolina, Georgia, & C., London, circa 1747, in two sheets, engraving with minimal hand colored highlights, on laid paper, with title cartouche in the upper left corner, "No. 76" in lower right hand corner, plate 14 x 17-3/8 in., sheet 16-3/8 x 18-1/2 in.; wood frame, 21-1/4 x 23-1/2 in.

Provenance: Estate of the Artists James McBey and Marguerite McBey, London, England; by descent in family

Condition

taped in on mat at corners, joined at center, some light toning, especially at edges, separation at join lines near bottom edge; frame with light wear and abrasions

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