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Auction 123, Lot 762

"Gedeelte van Barbaryen, Waar in Legt 't Ryk van Algiers…", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Northern Africa

Period: 1705 (published)

Publication: Algemeene Weereldtbeschryving

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10.2 x 7.3 inches
25.9 x 18.5 cm
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An elegant map covering the region of present-day northern Algeria. It is fully engraved with mountains and oasis and features a decorative title cartouche.

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Condition: A

Lovely impression on strong paper. There is a faint damp stain in the lower corners, well away from the map.

Estimate: $120 - $150

Sold for: $90

Closed on 2/20/2008

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