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Auction 90, Lot 182

"Moderna Europae Descriptio"

Subject: Europe

Period: 1575 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
13.5 x 10 inches
34.3 x 25.4 cm
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Unusual, upside-down map of the continent. Mountain ranges, forests, rivers and principal cities are shown. A large ships sails off the coast of France. Minor toning along centerfold.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $650 - $750

Sold for: $550

Closed on 3/15/2000

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