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Auction 109, Lot 492

"Moravia Marchionatus Auctore I.A. Comenio", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Czech Republic

Period: 1644 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19 x 15 inches
48.3 x 38.1 cm
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Attractive map of the historic Moravia region of the Czech Republic roughly centered on the city of Olomouc (Olmutz). Finely engraved with mountains, forests and even the smallest villages. Decorated with two garland draped cartouches filling opposite corners of the map. Latin text on verso.

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Condition: B

Slight toning and unobtrusive light foxing.

Estimate: $275 - $325

Unsold

Closed on 12/1/2004

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