South America from the Best Surveys - 1799. (South America, Terra Firma, Columbia, Guyana, Brazil, Peru, Paraguay, La Plata, Urguay, Chile, Patagonia). Issued 1799, New York for Low. Engraved by Scoles.
Charming and uncommon 18th century American engraved map. An wonderful example of map making from the early American republic.
Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, paper well age toned with some light offsetting and age spotting as clearly visible, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
Original fold lines as issued.
Sheet Measures c. 8 1/4" H x 10 1/2" W. Engraved Area Measures c. 7 1/4" H x 8 1/2" W. Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 4, pp 137. Wheat & Brun, Maps Published in America Before 1800, 719. [R23536].