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Auction 202, Lot 479

"Braunswyck et Meydburg cum Terris Adjacentibus", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Northern Germany

Period: 1635 (published)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.7 x 14.9 inches
50 x 37.8 cm
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A lovely little map of Braunschweig and Magdeburg, bounded by Hanover, Erfurt and Brandenburg with pictorial representations of forests, mountains and cities. The map is decorated with strapwork cartouche featuring the bounty of the region. Latin text on the verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #2260:2A.1.

Condition: A

A sharp impression with full contemporary color on a bright sheet with minor marginal foxing.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Sold for: $110

Closed on 2/12/2025

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