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Auction 177, Lot 518

"Nova Mappa Maris Nigri et Freti Constantinopolitani quam Exactissime Consignata et in Lucem Edita", Seutter/Lotter

Subject: Black Sea

Period: 1760 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.6 x 19.3 inches
57.4 x 49 cm
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An outstanding map of the regions surrounding the Black Sea that is beautifully engraved to show topography, roads, and cities. Features a large inset of the Bosphorus with the city of Constantinople in at top right. A drape-style title cartouche is held aloft by putti.

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Condition: A

A crisp impression on a watermarked sheet.

Estimate: $300 - $400

Sold for: $220

Closed on 4/29/2020

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