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Auction 172, Lot 391

"Northumbr. Cumberladia Dunelm. Episcop.", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Northern England

Period: 1610 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.3 x 5.3 inches
18.5 x 13.5 cm
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Charming and beautifully engraved map of the region of northern England and southern Scotland. The map is filled with details and embellished with a strapwork title cartouche, a sailing ship and a sea monster. Latin text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #5110:351.

Condition: A

A sharp impression on a bright sheet with light soiling confined to the blank margins and minor toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $90

Closed on 4/17/2019

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