Item #301519 A Map of Brazil now called New Portugal. Mathew CAREY.

A Map of Brazil now called New Portugal

Philadelphia: Carey, Matthew.

Map. Engraving with outline hand coloring. Images measures 17.25 x 13.75 inches. Page measures 21.5 x 17.25 inches.

This elegant map of Brazil emphasizes the region's terrain and rivers as they fill the space encompassed by the eastern coast. A simple, hand-colored yellow line highlights the point where land meets sea, creating a visual rhythm that complements the stylized hachures indicating elevation. Important rivers, ports, cities, and surrounding states are labeled.

The map appeared in Carey's "General Atlas" and is in good condition with wide margins as issues. Shows some foxing and staining. Some wear along center fold line, with two inch tear at bottom.

Mathew Carey (1760-1839) was an Irish-born American publisher, bookseller, and economist, as well as one the most important figures of early American cartography. Carey was based in Philadelphia, where he apprenticed for Benjamin Franklin before establishing his own book shop and publishing firm. He is credited with publishing the first American atlases, producing some of the best quality maps and most informative depictions of the United States in the early period after it gained independence.

Binding: Unbound
Language: English

Price: $250.00

Item #301519

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