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Auction 138, Lot 829

"Nubie", Duval, Pierre

Subject: Sudan

Period: 1672 (published)

Publication: Le Monde ou la Geographie Universelle

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.8 x 4 inches
12.2 x 10.2 cm
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This miniature map of present-day Sudan depicts major towns and key topographical features. Pierre Duval was Nicolas Sanson's nephew and pupil. He published a wide range of atlases and individual maps including a fine miniature world geography with many of the maps based on Sanson.

References: King (2nd ed) pp. 132-135; Pastoureau, Duval XI C.

Condition: A

Watermarked paper with light toning.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $60

Closed on 12/7/2011

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