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Auction 133, Lot 402

"Scotia Regnum", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Scotland

Period: 1653 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.6 x 15 inches
49.8 x 38.1 cm
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This is a nice example of Jansson's map of Scotland. It extends to include the Hebrides and has an inset of the Orkney Islands. It is beautifully decorated with the title cartouche topped by the arms of Scotland with the royal coat of arms of James VI above.

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Condition: B+

Lightly toned with an old paper repair on a 2.5" fold separation at bottom. There is a small worm track in the bottom margin, not affecting the map.

Estimate: $600 - $750

Sold for: $650

Closed on 9/1/2010

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