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Auction 109, Lot 518

"Nova Mappa Maris Nigri et Freti Constantino Politani…", Seutter, Matthias

Subject: Black Sea

Period: 1730 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22 x 19 inches
55.9 x 48.3 cm
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Outstanding map of the regions surrounding the Black Sea. Beautifully engraved to show topography, roads and cities. A large inset of the Bosphorus with the city Constantinople in upper right corner. Title engraved onto a drape-style cartouche held aloft by putti.

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Condition: A

Sharp impression. Minor repairs and a couple of creases on centerfold.

Estimate: $350 - $400

Sold for: $250

Closed on 12/1/2004

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