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Auction 138, Lot 725
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"Sourie ou Terre Saincte Moderne", de la Rue, Philippe

Subject: Holy Land

Period: 1651 (circa)

Publication: La Terre Sainte en Six Cartes Geographiques

Color: Hand Color

Size:
21 x 15 inches
53.3 x 38.1 cm
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This large map shows the various political divisions that made up the Holy land during the period of Turkish rule. The region depicted includes both sides of the Jordan River. At lower right is a small inset of the vicinity of Jerusalem. A large decorative title cartouche topped with an angel fills the upper left corner. Published by Pierre Mariette.

References: Laor #420.

Condition: B+

Original outline color on watermarked paper with faint soiling.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Unsold

Closed on 12/7/2011

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