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Auction 120, Lot 714

"Ierusalem", Merian, Matthaus

Subject: Holy Land, Jerusalem

Period: 1650 (circa)

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Color: Black & White

Size:
13.2 x 8 inches
33.5 x 20.3 cm
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This copper engraved view was copied from Bernard von Breydenbach's view of 1486. It presents a view of 'modern' Jerusalem as seen from the east. There is a key at bottom locating 24 important sites.

References: Laor #1082.

Condition: B+

A tiny rust spot in map with some stains in blank margins.

Estimate: $170 - $250

Sold for: $130

Closed on 7/18/2007

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