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Auction 109, Lot 471

"Tabula Geographica novissima Ducatus Stormariae in Meridionali parte Holsatiae", Pitt, Moses

Subject: Germany

Period: 1681 (published)

Publication: Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
21 x 17.2 inches
53.3 x 43.7 cm
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Uncommon and very beautiful map of the region around Hamburg. Extremely fine detail of the topography, roads, fortifications, cities and tiny hamlets. The title cartouche is surrounded by shepherds and their flock and the distance scale includes a group of putti using surveying equipment.

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Condition: A

Fine impression and color. Separations on folds, not affecting map.

Estimate: $375 - $450

Sold for: $275

Closed on 12/1/2004

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