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Auction 128, Lot 560

"Royaume de Danemarq", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Denmark

Period: 1658 (dated)

Publication: Cartes generales de toutes du monde…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
20.5 x 15.8 inches
52.1 x 40.1 cm
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The handsome map, engraved in Sanson's distinctive style, is centered on Sjaelland and covers all of Denmark and part of southern Sweden where a dramatic title cartouche obscures the interior. Engraved by R. Cordier.

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Condition: B

There is some light damp stain at top with minor paper damage reinforced on verso with tissue.

Estimate: $300 - $350

Sold for: $190

Closed on 5/20/2009

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