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Scarce English Text Edition
"Natoliae sive Asia Minor", Mercator/Hondius
Subject: Turkey & Cyprus
Period: 1636 (published)
Publication: A Geographicke Description of the Regions, Countries and Kingdoms of the World
Color: Hand Color
Size:
18.9 x 13.5 inches
48 x 34.3 cm
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Handsome map of present-day Turkey with Cyprus prominently shown. The sea is boldly engraved in a wave pattern. There is a large sea monster in the Mediterranean and an oared ship in the Black Sea. The map is further embellished with three strapwork cartouches. Scarce edition with English text on verso.
References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #8110:1A.
Condition: A
A dark impression on a bright sheet with a "V" watermark, light offsetting, and faint dampstains along the edges of the sheet.
Estimate: $400 - $475
Current High Bid:
$200
Reserve: Reserve Not Met
Next Bid: $210
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