South America Empire of Brazil Bolivia Quito Highlands Andes Mountains 1850 map
South America Empire of Brazil Bolivia Quito Highlands Andes Mountains 1850 map South America Empire of Brazil Bolivia Quito Highlands Andes Mountains 1850 map South America Empire of Brazil Bolivia Quito Highlands Andes Mountains 1850 map South America Empire of Brazil Bolivia Quito Highlands Andes Mountains 1850 map
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Karte von Sud-Amerika...nach Alexander von Humboldt.

(South America, Empire of Brazil, Peru, Bolivia, Patagonia, Quito Highlands, Andes Mountains, Amazon River).

Issued 1850, Gotha by Justus Perthes.

Uncommon mid-19th century engraved map with original outline hand color. 

Three detailed insets include Quito, Bolivia and Patagonia, two small cross sections of mountain heights, a small key above the Galapagos islands.

Nice looking example, pleasing age patina, any minor age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.

Original center fold as issued.

Sheet Measures c. 14 3/4" H x 17 3/8" W.

Engraved Area Measures c. 12 1/2" H x 16 1/2" W.

Cartographic Reference(s):
Tooley's Dictionary of Mapmakers, vol. 2.

[R24929].