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Auction 117, Lot 671

"Gades", Ortelius/Galle

Subject: Spain

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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This tiny map illustrates the Bay of Cadiz showing the ancient city and fortification. The map is decorated with galley ship. Title in upper margin. French text on verso.

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Condition: A

Original color. Light soil in blank margins.

Estimate: $130 - $170

Sold for: $75

Closed on 12/6/2006

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