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Auction 129, Lot 463

"Magnae Britanniae et Hiberniae Tabulae, Die Britannischen Insulen", Merian, Matthaus

Subject: Britain

Period: 1641 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14 x 10.6 inches
35.6 x 26.9 cm
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This handsome map of Britain is based on Blaeu's similar map. An inset of the Orkney Islands is enclosed in a strapwork cartouche and the map is beautifully embellished with the royal coat of arms, sailing ships, a compass rose and a garland draped title cartouche. Merian's signature is at bottom right.

References: Shirley [BI] #489.

Condition: A+

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $475

Closed on 9/23/2009

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