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Auction 201, Lot 427

"Scozia"

Subject: Scotland

Period: 1743 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
12.7 x 14.9 inches
32.3 x 37.8 cm
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This detailed map of Scotland was published by Giambattista Albrizzi. It includes the Outer Hebrides and the Orkney Islands, and extends to include northeastern Ireland. The drape-style title cartouche is held aloft by mermaids, and a pastoral vignette is featured at top right.

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Condition: A

A sharp impression, issued folding on a bright sheet. A binding trim at right has been replaced with heavy tissue, and a short binding tear has been archivally repaired.

Estimate: $160 - $200

Sold for: $140

Closed on 11/20/2024

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