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Auction 193, Lot 569
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"Veronae Vicentiae et Patavii Ditiones", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Northeastern Italy

Period: 1609 (published)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris L'Atlas ou Meditations Cosmographiques...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.4 x 14.4 inches
49.3 x 36.6 cm
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This map of northeastern Italy depicts the towns, rivers, and mountainous topography of the region. The map extends from Lake Garda in the west to the Adriatic Sea in the east and includes the cities of Venice, Verona, Montova, and Padua. Adorned with a strapwork title cartouche. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #7110:1.

Condition: B+

A nice impression on a slightly toned sheet with a coat of arms watermark. There are a couple short centerfold separations at bottom that have been closed on verso with archival materials and light dampstaining at left and right that just touches the map border.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $80

Closed on 6/21/2023

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