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Auction 179, Lot 823
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"Introductio in Universam Geographicam...", Cluver, Philipp

Subject: Title Pages

Period: 1697 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
5.9 x 7.6 inches
15 x 19.3 cm
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Philipp Cluver, one of the most important figures in historical geography, is shown in a portrait surrounded by two putti. Next to his portrait is most likely Janus, the god of beginnings and transitions and therefore often associated with keys, gates and doors. Below him is an attentive female pupil taking notes, surrounded by cartographic instruments.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-8a.

Condition: A

A dark impression with light toning along the edges of the sheet and a small worm track in the bottom blank margin.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 9/16/2020

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