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Auction 199, Lot 471
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"Fossa Eugeniana quae a Rheno ad Mosam Duci Coepta...", Hondius, Henricus

Subject: Western Germany & Southeastern Netherlands

Period: 1634 (published)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris et I. Hondii. Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.5 x 14.7 inches
49.5 x 37.3 cm
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An interesting map detailing a fortified canal that was built in 1626 between Venlo and Rheinberg, connecting the Maas and Rhine rivers. It is filled with detail, including cities, farms, and forests. A compass rose orients north to the upper right, and two decorative cartouches enclose the scale of miles and the title. Dutch text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #3790:1.1.

Condition: A

A sharp impression on a bright sheet with a small chip at bottom center and some old tape stains along the edges of the sheet, well away from the image.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $150

Closed on 9/11/2024

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