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Auction 107, Lot 321

"Hiberniae Regnum tam in praecipuas Ultoniae, Connaciae, Laceniae et Momoniae…", Homann, Johann Baptist

Subject: Ireland

Period: 1720 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19 x 22.5 inches
48.3 x 57.2 cm
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A spectacular map of Ireland with two large cartouches featuring a coat of arms, numerous figures including putti, fishermen, and animals. Filled with incredible topographical and political detail. Major cities are shown with fortifications and colored in red.

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Condition: B

Brilliant impression on very thick paper with original margins. Fine coloring including cartouche. Clean fold separation, else very good.

Estimate: $550 - $650

Sold for: $425

Closed on 6/9/2004

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