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Auction 103, Lot 302

"Isles Britanniques", Sanson, Nicolas Fils

Subject: Britain

Period: 1715 (published)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
7.2 x 9.2 inches
18.3 x 23.4 cm
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Attractive copper-engraved map of the British Isles. A surprising amount of detail is shown for the size. Includes the Faroe and Shetland Islands, Ireland, Scotland, Britain, the Channel and northwest tip of France. Decorative cartouche.

References:

Condition: A

Dark, early impression. A few marginal spots, else fine. Folds as issued.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $90

Closed on 6/11/2003

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