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Auction 113, Lot 619

"Siciliae Antiquae Descriptio", Cluver, Philipp

Subject: Italy - Sicily

Period: 1729 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.8 x 10.5 inches
32.5 x 26.7 cm
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Appealing map of ancient Sicily based largely on Gastaldi and classical sources. Aetna and Isola Vulcano are shown erupting. The map is embellished with two sailing vessels and a large figurative title cartouche.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $180

Closed on 12/7/2005

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