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Auction 118, Lot 602

"Ghent a large City and Castle in Flanders, twice taken by ye Duke of Marlborough Viz. in ye Year 1706 & 1708", Tindal, Nicholas

Subject: Belgium

Period: 1750 (circa)

Publication: Continuation of Mr. Rapin's History of England

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.5 x 14.2 inches
47 x 36.1 cm
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Fine bird's-eye plan of the city and fortifications of Ghent and the surrounding countryside. A decorative cartouche encloses an extensive key to the map that locates the castle, churches, hospitals, markets, bridges, batteries, and government buildings.

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Condition: B

Bottom fold separation affecting title, else very good.

Estimate: $130 - $180

Sold for: $100

Closed on 3/6/2007

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