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Auction 198, Lot 489

"Helvetia", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Switzerland

Period: 1609 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.6 x 6 inches
19.3 x 15.2 cm
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This charming small map of Switzerland depicts the lakes, mountainous topography, rivers, and cities of the country. The map is adorned with strapwork title and distance scale cartouches. German text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #4900:351.

Condition: A

A dark impression on a watermarked sheet with a professionally repaired tear in the bottom corner of the sheet.

Estimate: $100 - $130

Sold for: $75

Closed on 6/19/2024

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