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Auction 199, Lot 441

"Poictou", Mercator/Jansson

Subject: Western France

Period: 1628 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.4 x 5.8 inches
18.8 x 14.7 cm
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A charming reduced version of Jansson's map of the region that shows the coastline from Nantes to La Rochelle, and extends east as far as Limoges. Ornamented with strapwork title and scale cartouches. Latin text on verso, published in either 1628 or 1634.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. III) #4500:352.1.

Condition: A

A crisp impression on a bright sheet with minor toning along the edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $60

Closed on 9/11/2024

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