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Auction 103, Lot 340

"Magni Ducatus Finlandiae Russiae partim, partim Sueciae subjecti; Sinus item Bothnici ac Finnici nova et accurata delineatio Calamo et sumtibus", Seutter, Matthias

Subject: Finland

Period: 1730 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.5 x 19.2 inches
57.2 x 48.8 cm
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Superb map of Finland engraved in Seutter's bold style and attention to detail. The large (uncolored) cartouche is surrounded by allegorical figures.

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Condition: C

Sharp impression and nice original color. Two old repaired tears, one along centerfold extending well into map. Couple of short, unrepaired, tears just entering border.

Estimate: $200 - $300

Sold for: $150

Closed on 6/11/2003

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