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Auction 107, Lot 522

"Alexandria…", Braun & Hogenberg

Subject: Alexandria, Egypt

Period: 1575 (circa)

Publication: Civitates Orbis Terrarum

Color: Black & White

Size:
19 x 14.1 inches
48.3 x 35.8 cm
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Fabulous bird's-eye view of this famous city with the mosque dominating the skyline. The city is surrounded by countryside with people and camels, and the foreground depicts many boats and ships.

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Condition: B

Terrific impression. Two light water stains in lower corners and one small spot in upper left corner of map.

Estimate: $350 - $450

Sold for: $350

Closed on 6/9/2004

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