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Auction 123, Lot 705

"Kaart van Persie, Georgie en Onafhangelyk Tartarye", Bonne/Bachiene

Subject: Asia - Central

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 uncommon Dutch map covers the region from the Black Sea to Chinese Tartary and shows the various political divisions. The Himalayan Mountains are obviously lacking and there are numerous spurious mountain ranges scattered across the map.

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Condition: A

Estimate: $80 - $100

Sold for: $60

Closed on 2/20/2008

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