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Auction 117, Lot 594

"A Map of Hungary and Countries adjacent", Senex, John

Subject: Southeastern Europe, Hungary

Period: 1710 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22 x 18.8 inches
55.9 x 47.8 cm
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This fine map of the Hungarian Empire is centered on the Danube River and covers from Vienna to Belgrade and from the present-day Polish border to just below Zegreb. The title cartouche has strange part-human, part-beast creatures being subdued by a cherub with a flaming sword. Engraved by J. Harris.

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Condition: B

Sharp impression and old color. Light toning along centerfold, else very good.

Estimate: $350 - $400

Unsold

Closed on 12/6/2006

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