The Canada 150 Auction

June 27, 2017

LOT 521

Lot 521

Didier Robert De Vaugondy (French, c.1723-1786

Didier Robert De Vaugondy (French, c.1723-1786
Lot 521 Details
Didier Robert De Vaugondy (French, c.1723-1786

PARTIE DE L'AMERIQUE SEPTENT? QUI COMPREND LA NOUVELLE FRANCE OU LE CANADA, 1755

engraved, hand coloured map of the east coast of Canada and the St. Lawrence River with inset of the Great Lakes, with naturalistic title cartouche
22.25" x 32.5" — 56.5 x 82.6 cm.

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $960
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Didier Robert De Vaugondy (French, c.1723-1786
  • Didier Robert De Vaugondy (French, c.1723-1786
Note:

Published during the French and Indian Wars, this map shows much of the contested territory and many important forts as well as imagined islands in Lake Superior.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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