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Auction 141, Lot 543
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"[Untitled - Greece]", Honter, Jon Coronensis

Subject: Greece

Period: 1546 (circa)

Publication: Rudimenta Cosmographica

Color: Hand Color

Size:
6.2 x 4.8 inches
15.7 x 12.2 cm
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An uncommon miniature woodblock map of ancient Greece with charming pictorial topography and many place names. The sea is filled with sea creatures; a two-tailed mermaid is shown at the top, and the sea monsters at the bottom are being ridden by the mythological figures of Poseidon and by Arion playing a harp.

References: Zacharakis #1092.

Condition: B+

Originally issued on two separate sheets, now professionally joined with a small amount of image in facsimile along the centerfold. Marginal soiling and manuscript page number at top right.

Estimate: $160 - $200

Sold for: $130

Closed on 9/5/2012

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