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Auction 174, Lot 512
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"Westphaliae Totius, Finitimarumque Regionum Accurata Descriptio", Ortelius, Abraham

Subject: Northwestern Germany

Period: 1579 (dated)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.6 x 13.6 inches
49.8 x 34.5 cm
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This is a very handsome depiction of the North Rhein-Westphalia region centered roughly on Osnabruck. The cartography is based on a manuscript map by Christian Sgroten made at the request of Philip II of Spain in 1565. The map is adorned with three superb strapwork cartouches. This is the first state with Latin text on verso, published in 1595.

References: Van den Broecke #91.

Condition: B+

On a sheet with a crossed arrows watermark commonly found on Ortelius maps. There is light color offsetting primarily at bottom.

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $140

Closed on 9/11/2019

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