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Auction 116, Lot 810

"Royaume et Desert de Barca, et l'Aegypte divisee en ses Principales Parties", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Africa - Northern

Period: 1699 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10.8 x 6.5 inches
27.4 x 16.5 cm
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An attractive map covering northern Africa from Tripoli to the Red Sea. The topography is mostly spurious with numerous mountain ranges and oases prominently located. The map is embellished with a bold title cartouche. Engraved by A. d'Winter.

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Condition: A+

Two folds, as issued.

Estimate: $160 - $200

Sold for: $120

Closed on 9/20/2006

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