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Auction 184, Lot 506

"[Lot of 2] Regno di Portogallo [and] Portugal"

Subject: Portugal

Period: 1775-1808 (dated)

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Color: Hand Color

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A. Regno di Portogallo, by Antonio Zatta, from Atlante Novissimo, dated 1775 (9.9 x 15.3"). This detailed and elegantly engraved map of Portugal features a decorative title cartouche embellished with vignette of a moored boat and the royal coat of arms. Reference: Phillips (A) #651 v.1, #11; Shirley (BL Atlases) T.ZAT-1a #11. Condition: A fine impression with contemporary color on watermarked paper with a hint of foxing along the sheet's edges. (A)

B. Portugal, by Charles Smith, from Smith's New General Atlas, dated 1808 (10.6 x 14.0"). This handsome atlas map divides Portugal into its historical provinces. There is fine detail of the topography, roads, and towns and cities. Condition: Contemporary color on a lightly toned sheet. (B+)

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Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 9/15/2021

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