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Auction 123, Lot 629

"Tabula Italiae Antiquae in Provincias et Populos Divisa…", Blair, Rev. John

Subject: Italy

Period: 1794 (circa)

Publication: The Chronology and History of the World…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.8 x 17 inches
57.9 x 43.2 cm
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An attractive large, historical map of Italy including the islands of Corsica and Sardinia, with a portion of Sicily and the Balearic Islands. The map is filled with Roman placenames and notations of early roads. Engraved by Bayley.

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Condition: B+

The sheet has a few short edge tears, not affecting the map. The centerfold has been reinforced, and it is faintly toned.

Estimate: $250 - $300

Sold for: $180

Closed on 2/20/2008

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