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Auction 185, Lot 505

"Utriusque Alsatiae, Ducatus Dupontii, et Spirensis Episcopatus Novissima Descriptio", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Northeastern France & Southwestern Germany, Rhine River

Period: 1680 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.5 x 19.3 inches
57.2 x 49 cm
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This beautifully engraved map of Alsace features excellent detail of the Rhine. It centers on Strasbourg and extends from Heidelberg south to Basel. The more notable cities of the region are depicted in miniature plan form, including Haguenau, Colmar, and Freiburg in Breisgau. Five putti flank an inset map at bottom left that shows Ducatus Dupontii, including the city of Zweibrucken. A compass rose orients the north to the right. The fabulous title cartouche at top right incorporates putti and three coats of arms.

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Condition: B+

A fine impression with some light stains along the bottom of map image and minor offsetting. The map has been backed in archival tissue, repairing a small tear and a centerfold separation at bottom.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $100

Closed on 11/17/2021

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