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Auction 124, Lot 696

"Aegyptus Antiqua Divisa in Nomos", Cluver/Jansson

Subject: Egypt

Period: 1661 (published)

Publication: Introductionis in Universam Geographicam

Color: Hand Color

Size:
8.3 x 6.3 inches
21.1 x 16 cm
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This charming small map is oriented with north on the right. It presents a colorful and detailed picture of the region between the fertile Nile River valley and the Red Sea. The map is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche with a credit to Pierre du Val.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $140 - $180

Sold for: $100

Closed on 5/7/2008

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