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Auction 182, Lot 597
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"Abruzzo et Terra di Lovoro", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Central Italy

Period: 1613 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7 x 5.6 inches
17.8 x 14.2 cm
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Gorgeous little map of central Italy showing the regions of Lazio and Abruzzo with a small bit of Molise. The spine of the Apennines runs along the middle of the map, with pictorial representations of cities and topography. The map is decorated with a charming strapwork cartouche containing a scale of miles. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #7401:351.

Condition: A

A dark impression on a bright sheet with light toning along the edges.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $90

Closed on 4/28/2021

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