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Auction 177, Lot 383

"Scotia Regnum", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Scotland

Period: 1646 (circa)

Publication: Nouvel Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.6 x 15 inches
49.8 x 38.1 cm
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This is a nice example of Jansson's map of Scotland. It extends to include the Hebrides and has an inset of the Orkney Islands. It is beautifully decorated with the title cartouche topped by the arms of Scotland with the royal coat of arms of James VI above. French text on verso, published between 1646-49.

References: Moir, p. 170; Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #5800:1B.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression with full contemporary color, minor toning and offsetting, and centerfold separations at top and bottom that have been closed on verso with paper tape.

Estimate: $300 - $375

Sold for: $275

Closed on 4/29/2020

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