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Auction 192, Lot 499
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"Moravia Marchionatus Auctore I.A. Comenio", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Eastern Czech Republic

Period: 1662 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Maior

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.2 x 14.9 inches
48.8 x 37.8 cm
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Attractive map of the historic Moravia region of the Czech Republic roughly centered on the city of Olomouc (Olmutz). Finely engraved with mountains, forests and even the smallest villages. Decorated with two garland draped cartouches filling opposite corners of the map. Latin text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2870:2.2.

Condition: A

A dark impression with full contemporary color, light printer's ink residue, and minor toning along the centerfold.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $150

Closed on 4/26/2023

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