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Auction 198, Lot 430
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"Carte du Bourdelois, du Pais de Medoc, et de la Prevoste de Born [on sheet with] Principatus Benearnia. La Principaute de Bearn", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Southwestern France

Period: 1634 (published)

Publication: Novus Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
20.1 x 15.3 inches
51.1 x 38.9 cm
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This sheet includes two maps of regions within southwestern France. At left is a map of the coast of France along the Bay of Biscay from Garonne River to the border with Spain, including the cities of Bordeaux and Bayonne. At right is a map of the region to the east of Bayonne, surrounding the city of Pau. The maps are superbly embellished with sailing ships, compass roses, a sea monster, strapwork cartouches, and a coat of arms. German text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #4610+4630:2.

Condition: A

A nice impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with dampstains along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $100

Closed on 6/19/2024

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