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Auction 147, Lot 517

"Les Environs de la Ville de Naples, dans la Province de Labour, avec la Routte de Cette Ville a Rome…", Fer, Nicolas de

Subject: Western Italy

Period: 1705 (dated)

Publication: L'Atlas Curieux

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.4 x 9 inches
34 x 22.9 cm
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This is a very fine map of the region between Rome and Naples with the major roads delineated, including the Via Appia through the Pontine Marshes. Both Rome and Naples are illustrated in plan-view format, indicating their importance. The title cartouche incorporates a uniquely formed inset map of Nouveau Port de Nettuno. The map was beautifully engraved by Vincent de Ginville.

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Condition: A

A fine impression on watermarked paper with attractive color and minor creasing in blank margins.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $110

Closed on 11/20/2013

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