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Auction 114, Lot 539

"Imperium Turcicum in Europa, Asia et Africa Regiones Proprias, Tributarias, Clientelares…", Haas/Homann Heirs

Subject: Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East

Period: 1737 (dated)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23 x 19.2 inches
58.4 x 48.8 cm
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Striking map of the Turkish Empire stretching from the Balkan peninsula to the Caspian Sea and from Egypt through the Arabian peninsula. The elaborate title cartouche is surrounded by figures representing the conquest and the riches of the empire.

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Condition: B

Couple of small rust spots and an old repair of fold separation.

Estimate: $300 - $400

Sold for: $170

Closed on 3/1/2006

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