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Auction 109, Lot 41
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"Geografische Kaarte van de Oude Weereld volgens de verdeeling der Kinderen van Noach…", Wetstein, R & G.

Subject: Ancient World

Period: 1728 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
17.4 x 13 inches
44.2 x 33 cm
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A finely colored and classic map of the ancient world. Beautifully engraved to show Europe, Asia and northern Africa. Decorative rococo-style cartouche and large compass rose with fleur-de-lis. Attributed to Augustin Calmet.

References:

Condition: A

Dark impression and fine coloring. On fine hand laid paper with large watermark and wide margins. One tiny spot in Mediterranean, else fine.

Estimate: $350 - $450

Sold for: $170

Closed on 12/1/2004

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