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Auction 201, Lot 474
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"Insulae Divi Martini et Vliarus, Vulgo l'Isle de Re et Oleron", Blaeu, Johannes

Subject: Western France

Period: 1663 (circa)

Publication: Le Grand Atlas

Color: Black & White

Size:
21.2 x 15.4 inches
53.8 x 39.1 cm
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This attractive chart shows the Ile de Re and Oleron Islands off the western coast of France. La Rochelle, a fortified city on the mainland, is identified as well as a number of smaller towns. The map is adorned by three compass roses indicating north to the left, numerous sailing ships, and two cartouches at bottom featuring mer-people and sea monsters. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #4515:2.

Condition: B+

A dark impression on a sheet with a large watermark of the god Atlas. There is a bit of printer's ink residue, a few spots of foxing, and light toning along the centerfold and edges of the sheet.

Estimate: $190 - $220

Sold for: $140

Closed on 11/20/2024

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