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Auction 193, Lot 535
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"Zurichgow et Basiliensis Provincia", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Northern Switzerland

Period: 1635 (published)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.5 x 14.9 inches
49.5 x 37.8 cm
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This fine map of the northern part of Switzerland includes Zurich, Schaffhausen, Basel, and Solothurn. Decorated with a strapwork title cartouche and distance scales. Latin text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. II) #4910:2.

Condition: B+

A nice, early impression with full contemporary color on a sheet with a "G A" watermark. There are two abrasions in the bottom corners of the map, and several short cracks caused by the oxidation of the green pigment, which have been repaired on verso with archival materials.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $100

Closed on 6/21/2023

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