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Auction 142, Lot 438

"Li Regni di Suezia Danimarca e Norvegia Delineati sulle Ultime Osservazioni", Cassini, Giovanni Maria

Subject: Scandinavia

Period: 1796 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.5 x 13.2 inches
47 x 33.5 cm
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This map of Scandinavia focuses on the system of rivers and lakes throughout the land, with some place names noted. The decorative title cartouche features two fishermen of the region carrying oars and their recent catch. Surrounded by a keyboard-style border.

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Condition: A

A bright, clean example on watermarked paper.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $140

Closed on 11/28/2012

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