South America 1772 Kitchin decorative cartouche hand colored miniature map Hainaut 11 1/2" H x 7"

11 1/2" H x 7" W

Northfield Village

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Kerguelen or Desolation Islands)

South America 1772 Kitchin decorative cartouche hand colored miniature map Hainaut 11 1/2" H x 7"South America. Issued 1772, London. Engraved by Kitchin. Decorative mid 18th century engraved map with attractive hand color. Pictorial vignette cartouche greatly enhances the visual appeal. Remains a nice looking example with a pleasing age patina. Any age flaws mostly minor and easy to overlook or forgive. Original fold lines. Sheet Measures c. 7 5 8" H x 9 7 8"W. Engraved Area Measures c. 7" H x 9"W. Cartographic Reference(s): Tooley's Dictionary