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Auction 126, Lot 617

"Descrittione dell'Isola di Scio", Porcacchi, Tomaso

Subject: Greece, Chios

Period: 1572 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
5.5 x 4 inches
14 x 10.2 cm
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This captivating miniature map shows the Greek island of Chios. The sea is stipple engraved in the Italian style and filled with sea monsters, a title cartouche and a unique compass rose. On a full sheet of Italian text (7.5 x 11").

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Condition: A

Light foxing in blank margins.

Estimate: $170 - $230

Sold for: $190

Closed on 12/3/2008

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