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Auction 117, Lot 641

"Italiae Typus", Ortelius/Galle

Subject: Italy

Period: 1588 (published)

Publication: Epitome du Theatre du Monde

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.3 x 3 inches
10.9 x 7.6 cm
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Tiny map of Italy, Corsica, part of Sardinia and Sicily. The map is unadorned and shows only major rivers, lakes and cities. Stipple engraved sea. French text on verso.

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Condition: A

Original color. Light soil in blank margins.

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $110

Closed on 12/6/2006

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