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Auction 131, Lot 495
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"Nova et Accurata Totius Europae Descriptio", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Europe

Period: 1690 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.8 x 19.2 inches
57.9 x 48.8 cm
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Finely engraved large map of Europe with the characteristic detail of this prominent Dutch cartographer. It is richly ornamented with a variety of ships sailing the seas, a compass rose, a sea monster, Europa shown riding Zeus in the form of a bull, and several putti holding the title banner aloft. Engraved by Abraham Deur with his signature at bottom center.

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Condition: B+

There is a hint of toning on centerfold with an expert repair of the lower fold, a small tear at center, and some minor tears in the blank margins.

Estimate: $800 - $1,000

Unsold

Closed on 3/17/2010

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