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Auction 202, Lot 622

"Armenia Vetus in Quatuor Partes Distincta, ad Tempora Iustiniani Imp", Mortier, Pierre

Subject: Southern Caucasus, Armenia

Period: 1720 (circa)

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Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.9 x 14.9 inches
50.5 x 37.8 cm
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This handsome map of ancient Armenia shows the region between the Black, Caspian, and Mediterranean Seas. The map is filled with classical place names, political boundaries, rope-like mountains and the river systems in the area. This is Mortier's re-engraved copy of Philippe de la Rue's map from 1653.

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Condition: B+

A sharp impression with contemporary outline color on a bright sheet with light offsetting and toning along the centerfold.

Estimate: $220 - $250

Sold for: $160

Closed on 2/12/2025

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