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Auction 121, Lot 781

"Marocchi Regnum", Mercator/Jansson

Subject: Africa - Northwestern

Period: 1631 (published)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.4 x 5.7 inches
18.8 x 14.5 cm
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A very attractive small map of Morocco decorated with two strapwork cartouches and flourishing calligraphy. Mountains, cities and forests fill the land. The capital city of Marruecos (Marrakech) is prominently shown. German text on verso.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $130 - $170

Sold for: $110

Closed on 9/26/2007

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