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Auction 116, Lot 677

"L'Estremadura di Portugallo Alentejo, ed Algarve", Zatta, Antonio

Subject: Portugal

Period: 1775 (dated)

Publication: Atlante Novissimo

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13 x 12.5 inches
33 x 31.8 cm
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This nice map shows the southern portion of Portugal. Very intricate engraving depicts the mountains, forests and cities, locates Lisbon, and extends north to the Confine di Beira region, B. del Mondego, Pombal, and Castel Branco. At right is a pictorial title cartouche reflecting the commerce of the region.

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Condition: B

On a full sheet of hand laid paper with very wide margins. Toned along centerfold, else very good.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $65

Closed on 9/20/2006

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