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Auction 102, Lot 387

"Potentissimae Helvetiorum Reipublicae Cantones Tredecim cum Foederatis et Subjectis Provinciis", Homann Heirs

Subject: Switzerland

Period: 1732 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.9 x 19.3 inches
58.2 x 49 cm
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Large detailed map of Switzerland colored to show the various religion enclaves. The map is decorated with a large title cartouche featuring the coats of arms of the cantons. Below the cartouche and in the lower left corner are vignettes of farm and village life.

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Condition: A

Professional tissue repair of centerfold and a short tear just left of bottom fold.

Estimate: $350 - $400

Sold for: $250

Closed on 3/5/2003

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