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Auction 122, Lot 481

"Le Royaume d'Irlande Divisee en Ses Grandes Provinces", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Ireland

Period: 1699 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
8 x 10.5 inches
20.3 x 26.7 cm
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A handsome, small map of the Emerald Isle with the provinces of Ulster, Munster, Leinster and Connaught noted, but no county divisions shown. The major towns, topography and forests are all shown in a charming, pictorial manner. Graced with a pair of decorative cartouches.

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Condition: A

Nice impression on a sturdy sheet with folds as issued. The right binding side is close and has been professionally extended to facilitate framing.

Estimate: $300 - $375

Sold for: $325

Closed on 12/5/2007

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