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Auction 146, Lot 640

"Terra Sancta", Ortelius/Galle

Subject: Holy Land

Period: 1588 (circa)

Publication: Epitome du Theatre

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.3 x 3 inches
10.9 x 7.6 cm
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This is a miniature version of Ortelius' modern map of the Holy Land. It shows the path of the Children of Israel through the wilderness and a few major cities. French text on verso.

References: King (2nd ed.) pp. 64-65.

Condition: A

Marginal soiling.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 9/4/2013

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