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Auction 195, Lot 657

"Carte Particuliere de l'Isle de Corse Divisee par ses Dix Provinces ou Juridictions et ses Quatre Fiefs...", Santini, Francois

Subject: Corsica

Period: 1784 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
26 x 18.8 inches
66 x 47.8 cm
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This elegantly engraved map of Corsica is based on Alexis Hubert Jaillot's map of the island. Corsica's topography is depicted in exquisite detail, and political divisions, towns and cities, and rivers are shown. Ajaccio, the largest settlement on the island, appears in miniature plan form, as do other locales, such as Calvi and Bonifacio. An inset at left focuses on the island's northern tip. Beneath the inset are notes discussing the political divisions and population figures. A gorgeous decorative title cartouche adorns the top right corner, and a compass rose capped with a fleur-de-lis orients the north to the top left corner.

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Condition: A

A sharp impression with contemporary outline color on a bright sheet with the watermark of three crescent moons. There is light soiling that is almost entirely confined to the blank margins.

Estimate: $475 - $600

Sold for: $300

Closed on 11/15/2023

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