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Auction 113, Lot 486

"Die Statt Strassburg", Merian, Matthaus

Subject: France, Strasbourg

Period: 1643 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
14.2 x 11 inches
36.1 x 27.9 cm
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Interesting bird's-eye plan that depicts the city of Strasbourg, whose original name was Argentoratum. The plan shows the walls, bridges, fortifications and only the major buildings and churches with a key at upper left.

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Condition: B

Lightly toned with a few faint spots. Tape repair of a couple of edge tears, well away from map. Remnants of hinge tape on verso.

Estimate: $150 - $200

Unsold

Closed on 12/7/2005

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