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Auction 117, Lot 556

"Die Stat Nordlingen", Munster, Sebastian

Subject: Germany

Period: 1549 (dated)

Publication: Cosmographiae Universalis

Color: Black & White

Size:
12 x 8.3 inches
30.5 x 21.1 cm
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Interesting woodblock view of the medieval town of Nordlingen in Germany. Individual landmarks and buildings are named as well as farms and other points of interest in the surrounding countryside. An elaborate title banner and crest adorn the view. German text on verso.

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Condition: A

Overall good with scattered light soil and small amount of worming in lower centerfold, not affecting image. Some light show through of text.

Estimate: $170 - $240

Sold for: $95

Closed on 12/6/2006

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