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Auction 152, Lot 595
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"Carte de l'Empire de Perse Dressee sur les Cartes du Sr. d'Anville", D'Anville/Santini

Subject: Persia - Iran

Period: 1779 (dated)

Publication: Atlas Universel...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
24.1 x 19.1 inches
61.2 x 48.5 cm
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This striking map of the Persian Empire extends into present day Iraq and the Caucasus. Political boundaries are delineated, and there is good detail of towns, rivers, lakes, and topography. A decorative title cartouche appears in the top right corner.

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Condition: A

A dark impression and original outline color on a sturdy watermarked sheet with minor damp stains at top, mostly confined to blank margin.

Estimate: $220 - $250

Sold for: $300

Closed on 2/18/2015

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