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Auction 177, Lot 567
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"Insul und Konigreich Corsica mitt Angraenzen den Custen", Bodenehr, Gabriel

Subject: Corsica

Period: 1704 (published)

Publication: Atlas Curieux

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11.8 x 6.6 inches
30 x 16.8 cm
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This decorative little map portrays the island of Corsica after Coronelli and shows the Mediterranean coast centered on Genoa from Marseille to Tuscany. On either side of the map is a list of provinces with primary cities. The fancy dedication cartouche is flanked by two sea monsters and the title cartouche is flanked by mermen.

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Condition: B+

A nice impression on a bright sheet with contemporary outline color in the map and later color in the decorative elements. There is a hint of toning along the centerfold and heavier toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $100

Closed on 4/29/2020

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