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Auction 185, Lot 602
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"Corsica Insula", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Corsica

Period: 1635 (circa)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.6 x 7.1 inches
24.4 x 18 cm
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This copper engraved map of the island is oriented with the north to the left. It is fully engraved with detail of rivers, mountains, cities, and towns. On a full sheet of Latin text (11.9 x 20.0") with a large decorative capital. This map appeared in a Latin edition of Theatrum Orbis Terrarum published between 1635-55.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #7525:2A.

Condition: B+

Contemporary color on a slightly toned sheet with a few spots of color offsetting from an opposing page and light soiling that is largely confined to the margins.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Unsold

Closed on 11/17/2021

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