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Auction 116, Lot 568

"Episcopatus Hildesiensis Descriptio Novissima", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Germany

Period: 1635 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.8 x 16 inches
50.3 x 40.6 cm
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Decorative map of Hildesheim fully engraved to show the forests, mountains, rivers and towns with numerous heralds throughout the map. Further embellished with a large coat of arms and title cartouche. Latin text on verso.

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Condition: A

Old paper repair of bottom fold and a couple of spots, none affecting map.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $150

Closed on 9/20/2006

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