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Auction 202, Lot 515
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"Das Wiflispurgergow. Gerardo Mercatore Auctore", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Southwestern Switzerland

Period: 1640 (circa)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.9 x 15.1 inches
50.5 x 38.4 cm
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Detailed map of the southwestern part of Switzerland showing Geneva, Lake Geneva, Lake Neuchatel, Lake Biel, Bern, Freiburg, Lake Thuner, etc. The map is credited to Gerard Mercator. Latin text on verso, published between 1640-55.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #4920:2.

Condition: A

A nice impression with full contemporary color a sheet with minor toning, some show-through of engraving on verso, and marginal foxing and soiling.

Estimate: $190 - $220

Sold for: $140

Closed on 2/12/2025

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