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Auction 109, Lot 646

"Nieuwe Kaart van 't Eiland Ceilon…", Tirion, Isaac

Subject: Sri Lanka

Period: 1769 (published)

Publication: Nieuwe en Beknopte Hand Atlas

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.2 x 11 inches
36.1 x 27.9 cm
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Attractive map of the island with north oriented to the left. The map provides detailed information of the mountainous country. A small compass rose and title in block style cartouche make a handsome composition.

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Condition: A+

Lovely original color and wide margins.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $190

Closed on 12/1/2004

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