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Auction 180, Lot 480

"Castiliae Veteris et Novae Descriptio", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Southeastern Spain

Period: 1606 (dated)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris - Atlas sive Cosmographicae

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.8 x 14.3 inches
50.3 x 36.3 cm
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A fine early map of Spain showing the area of Castile with numerous cities and towns including Madrid and Toledo. The map is beautifully embellished with three strapwork cartouches and the Castilian coat of arms. French text on verso, published in 1619.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #6055:1A.

Condition: B+

A crisp impression on lightly toned paper with a small coat of arms watermark and a few marginal spots of foxing.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $120

Closed on 11/18/2020

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