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Auction 189, Lot 475

"[Lot of 4] Westphalia cum Diocesi Bremensi [and] Westphaliae Tabula II [and] Westphaliae Tabula Tertia [and] Emden et Oldenborch", Mercator/Jansson

Subject: Northern Germany

Period: 1634 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

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A matching set of maps from a Latin edition.

A. Westphalia cum Diocesi Bremensi, (7.2 x 5.3"). This small map centers on Bremen and shows the waterways of northern Germany in careful detail. The map reaches from Emden in the west to the Elbe river in the east. To the far east is the duchy of Luneburg. Adorned with a strapwork title cartouche and scale of miles.

B. Westphaliae Tabula II, (7.1 x 5.5"). This little map covers part of North Rhein-Westphalia north of the Lippe River, with southern portions of Lower Saxony as far as Meppen and Diepholz. The strapwork title and scale cartouches are located at lower right.

C. Westphaliae Tabula Tertia, (7.8 x 5.5"). Appealing small map of the North Rhein-Westphalia region is finely engraved to illustrate mountains, forests, rivers and cities and adorned with a strapwork cartouche.

D. Emden et Oldenborch, (7.2 x 5.3"). Fine small map of the northern portion of Lower Saxony decorated with title and scale cartouches.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #2301:352.1, #2302:352.1, #2303:352.1, #2310:352.1.

Condition: A

Nice impressions with minor toning.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $120

Closed on 9/14/2022

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