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Auction 197, Lot 542

"Potentissimae Helvetiorum Reipublicae Cantones Tredecim cum Foederatis et Subjectis Provinciis", Homann Heirs

Subject: Switzerland

Period: 1732 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.6 x 19.2 inches
57.4 x 48.8 cm
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This handsome and detailed map of Switzerland is colored to show the regions of various religious enclaves. A large, decorative title cartouche features the coats of arms of the cantons. Below the cartouche and in the lower left corner are vignettes of farm and village life.

References:

Condition: B+

There is minor toning along the centerfold and some light extraneous creasing. A small chip is confined to the bottom blank margin.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $150

Closed on 4/24/2024

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