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Auction 123, Lot 462

"Kaart van Europa", Bonne/Bachiene

Subject: Europe

Period: 1785 (circa)

Publication: Atlas, tot opheldering der hedendaagsche historie

Color: Hand Color

Size:
12.5 x 8.3 inches
31.8 x 21.1 cm
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This lovely map of Europe covers the continent and extends to include Iceland. Political boundaries are shown along with detail of major cities. Unlike most maps by the French cartographer, Rigobert Bonne, this scarce Dutch edition is adorned by a decorative title cartouche.

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Condition: A

Nice impression and color in map with minor spots in blank margins

Estimate: $100 - $140

Sold for: $75

Closed on 2/20/2008

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