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 1870 Hand-Colored Antique Map of Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay,
Uruguay, & Chili
- Authentic Old Map -
by Samuel Augustus Mitchell |
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Near the time these maps were made, Paraguay’s dictator, General Lopez was killed in the final battle of a bloody war that left most of the small nation’s male population dead. Despite overwhelming odds, Lopez battled with his three larger neighbors (Brazil, Uruguay, and Argentina) for 5 years, sacrificing a sizable portion of the country’s population. In 1871, Brazil began the process of emancipating its slaves. Every child born to slaves from that date on was declared free. In 1872, a revolution was attempted in Peru. The President was imprisoned and subsequently assassinated by his Minister War, Guiterrez. The people of Lima rallied behind the Vice-President and Guiterrez was captured and killed by an angry mob.
This incredible hand-painted map delineates the various political divisions of South America in pastel colors. Geographic features, rivers, towns, cities and the few small railroad lines into the interior of Brazil and Chili (as it was spelled on the maps) are shown. Two inset maps show the Brazilian Harbors of Bahia and Rio de Janeiro. This a a striking look back at this volatile region from almost 130 years ago.
If you are looking for an unusual piece of art, to decorate a home or office, these truly "limited-edition" prints are perfect. Antique engravings, & prints are extraordinary examples of the 19th Century printing and engraving arts. As conversation pieces they are unequaled. A beautiful old print or engraving is an actual snapshot of our history. Any of these, increasingly rare, works of art are also some of the most thoughtful (and personal) gifts you can give. Unlike so many other gifts, antique prints allow you to present someone a piece of the past.
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All sizes shown are approximate. Matted maps or prints are smaller than the "matted" dimensions shown by about 6".
All of our authentic, more than 100-year old, maps and prints come double matted within museum quality, archival rag mat boards at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE.
Due to the INCREDIBLY high shipping prices charged for OVERSIZE shipping, shipping charges may be higher than quoted for items that measure more than a total of 70" (matted height + width). For example a matted piece measuring 32" x 40" would be considered OVERSIZE (72"). For complete delivery information, see Information page.
All our authentic antiques are one-of-a-kind items. Since they are actual old works of art expect small imperfections. In some cases we may have more than one of a particular map or print. Since each is unique they may vary slightly from the item shown (when we have more than one if a particular item, the colors may be different than those shown). Each antique map or print has been dry cleaned by hand and are conservation mounted and protected in attractive rag mats. Every work in our gallery carries a lifetime guarantee of authenticity (authentic antiques only) and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee (see Information page for details). Again, the sizes stated are approximate.
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