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Auction 195, Lot 499
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"Ultraiectini Dominii Tabula...", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Western Netherlands

Period: 1680 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
22 x 18.2 inches
55.9 x 46.2 cm
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This large, bold map is centered on Utrecht, and shows the countryside reaching to Amsterdam, Amersfoort and Schoonhoven. It presents a fabulous view of the extensive canal systems and polders of the region. The map is decorated with a figurative cartouche topped with a coat of arms and scale of miles surrounded with cherubs and merfolk. A small compass rose orients the map with north in the lower right corner.

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Condition: B+

A nice impression with some scattered foxing and light offsetting.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Unsold

Closed on 11/15/2023

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