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Auction 127, Lot 559

"Brandeburg et Pomerania", Mercator/Jansson

Subject: Germany

Period: 1630 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Minor

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.5 x 5.5 inches
19.1 x 14 cm
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Miniature map of northeastern Germany and a bit of Poland with Berlin at center. The map is nicely engraved with rivers and forests, and cities symbolized by tiny castles. Strapwork title and scales cartouches. French text on verso.

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Condition: A

Light damp stains in blank margins.

Estimate: $75 - $100

Sold for: $55

Closed on 2/25/2009

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