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Auction 109, Lot 543

"Regnum Neapolis in quo sunt Aprutium Ulterius et Citerius, Comitatus Molisius, Terra Laboris, Capitaniata Principatus Ulterior et Citerior Terra Bariensis et Hidruntina Basilicata Calabria Citerior et Ulterior", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Italy

Period: 1680 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.2 x 23 inches
48.8 x 58.4 cm
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Superb map of southern Italy filled with detailed information including fortresses, cities, villages, mountains, volcanoes, etc. The beautiful title cartouche is composed of the arms of the various provinces held aloft by putti and the scale of miles includes the arms of Naples.

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Condition: A

Fine original color and impression. A few insignificant light spots, still very good. Professional repair of fold separation.

Estimate: $600 - $700

Sold for: $450

Closed on 12/1/2004

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