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Auction 125, Lot 548

"Nivernium Ducatus Gallice Duche de Nevers", Blaeu, (Family)

Subject: France

Period: 1640 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.7 x 15 inches
50 x 38.1 cm
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A densely engraved map of the region surrounding Nevers, extending to Bourges, just past the Loire River on the left and Autun on the right. Minute cities and forests are pictorially represented on this lovely map. Latin text on verso.

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Condition: A

Nice original color. The generous margins have one short tear, and some paper hinging tape on the verso.

Estimate: $200 - $300

Sold for: $80

Closed on 9/24/2008

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