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Auction 175, Lot 348
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"Pas Caart van de Bocht van Vranckryck Biscaien en Galissen Tusschen Heyssant en C. de Finisterre", Keulen, Johannes van

Subject: Bay of Biscay

Period: 1680 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23.3 x 20.2 inches
59.2 x 51.3 cm
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This sea chart focuses on the Bay of Biscay between France and Spain. The coastline extends north to Brest, France, and south to Cape Finisterre, Spain, with detail focused on river inlets, navigational hazards, and depth soundings. The chart is centered on a compass rose and handsomely embellished with a sea battle, several additional galleons, the French coat of arms, and two decorative cartouches featuring putti.

References:

Condition: B+

A dark impression printed on a double-thick sheet with light foxing, a few small damp stains, and soiling along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $200

Closed on 11/13/2019

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