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Auction 172, Lot 524

"Graecia", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Greece

Period: 1613 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.2 x 5.6 inches
18.3 x 14.2 cm
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This charming little map of Greece and the Aegean Sea is based on Mercator's folio map, and spans north to Albania, Macedonia and the Dardanelles. The map is filled with place names and topographical features, and is adorned with a decorative strapwork cartouche. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #7800:351; Zacharakis #1457(a).

Condition: A

A nice impression with minor toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $100

Closed on 4/17/2019

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