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Auction 118, Lot 798

"Geographische beschryvinge van Het Ioodtsche Landt…", Anon.

Subject: Holy Land

Period: 1748 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
8.3 x 6.6 inches
21.1 x 16.8 cm
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This map of the Holy Land is from an illustrated Dutch Bible. It is quite detailed with biblical references among the many place names. A vignette at bottom illustrates the crucifixion and the map is adorned with two cartouches, a compass rose and several ships.

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Condition: A

Wide original margins. Manuscript brown ink notation on verso.

Estimate: $160 - $200

Sold for: $140

Closed on 3/6/2007

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