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Auction 138, Lot 574

"Carte Particulire du Terroir et des Environs des Paris qui est la Plus Grande Partie de l'Isle de France…", Visscher, Nicolas

Subject: Ile-de-France, France

Period: 1680 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.3 x 22.8 inches
49 x 57.9 cm
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This map of the French historic region of Ile-de France centers on Paris, and extends from Magny-en-Vexin and Senlis in the north to Etampes in the south. A legend at top identifies towns of various sizes, abbeys, castles, farms, churches, and windmills. The map is filled with superb detail.

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Condition: A

Vibrant, original color with marginal soiling.

Estimate: $200 - $240

Sold for: $150

Closed on 12/7/2011

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