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Auction 122, Lot 437

"De Canarische Eilanden", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Atlantic Ocean, Canary Islands

Period: 1705 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10.5 x 7.3 inches
26.7 x 18.5 cm
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This beautiful small map depicts the Canary Islands off the coast of Cape Bojador in West Africa. The island of Madeira is included in a small inset map at the top. The map is graced with an elaborate, fruit-laden cartouche.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $200 - $250

Sold for: $160

Closed on 12/5/2007

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