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Auction 143, Lot 630
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"Sardiniae Regnum et Insula...", Homann Heirs

Subject: Sardinia

Period: 1734 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.9 x 22.4 inches
48 x 56.9 cm
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This handsome, large map of Sardinia depicts numerous towns, rivers, mountains, and salt pans. A legend at top right identifies archbishoprics, bishoprics, and place names that have existed since antiquity (marked with an asterisk). An inset shows a bird's-eye plan of Cagliari with its heavy fortifications. The decorative title cartouche is adorned with horns of plenty, sheaves of wheat, and the coat of arms for the island.

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Condition: B+

Light toning and a few minor spots.

Estimate: $400 - $500

Sold for: $325

Closed on 2/13/2013

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