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Auction 201, Lot 563
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"Tavola Nuova di Schiavonia", Ruscelli, Girolamo

Subject: Western Balkans

Period: 1574 (published)

Publication: La Geografia di Claudio Tolomeo Alessandrino…

Color: Black & White

Size:
9.6 x 7.1 inches
24.4 x 18 cm
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An attractive "modern" map covering the Adriatic coastal region of the Balkans. The map is filled with mountains, forests, cities and regions. Italy is shown in outline, but with only a few place names. The copper engraving is done in the characteristic Italian style with a stippled sea, bold border and a small emblem cartouche. Italian text on verso.

References: Mickwitz & Miekkavaara #220-34.

Condition: B+

A nice impression with some light printer's ink residue at right. Light soiling is mostly confined to the blank margins.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $100

Closed on 11/20/2024

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