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Auction 91, Lot 337

"Egypte nommee dans le pays Missir"

Subject: Egypt

Period: 1765 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
16 x 26.2 inches
40.6 x 66.5 cm
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Finely engraved chart of the Nile River valley and the Red Sea, covering from Aswan to the delta. Filled with incredible detail including the location of emerald mines, ancient ruins, and caravan routes. Minor foxing in margins and a bit of surface soiling.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $325 - $375

Sold for: $240

Closed on 6/14/2000

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