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Americas map by de Wit, c.1680

[Americas]. Frederik de Wit. Novissima Et Eaccuratissima Totius Americae Descriptio. Double-page engraved map. Amst: [1680]. 21 x 22 in. Revised edition of de Wit's issue of map by Nicolas Visscher, all small ships removed from waters, other changes. Tooley, ''The Mapping of America,'' p120, #31. Old hand-coloring, faded.

Condition report

Worn and toned, all edges reinforced (years ago) from verso which also supplies portions of missing corners and edges, trimmed to neat line, small loss in center of map, center fold reinforced all along the verso, two tears archivally repaired on verso. A restorer's dream and nightmare. Sold as is, not subject to return. No information or description of any kind with regard to property listed shall be construed as a warranty, either expressed or implied. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging.