Catalog Archive
Auction 126, Lot 581

"Les Cantons des Suisses, et Leurs Alliez et Leurs Sujets", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Switzerland

Period: 1700 (published)

Publication: Algemeene Weereldtbeschryving

Color: Hand Color

Size:
9.3 x 7.2 inches
23.6 x 18.3 cm
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This finely engraved map dramatically illustrates the mountainous terrain of Switzerland. It is embellished with decorative title and distance scale cartouche and a simple compass rose.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $130 - $170

Sold for: $65

Closed on 12/3/2008

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