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Auction 128, Lot 562
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"Insularum Danicarum ut Zee-Landiae, Fioniae, Langelandiae, Lalandiae Falstriae, Fembriae, Monae…", Wit, Frederick de

Subject: Denmark

Period: 1680 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
23 x 19.3 inches
58.4 x 49 cm
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This beautifully engraved chart shows the main Danish islands plus the eastern coastline of Denmark and a little of Sweden. The map is filled with minute detail of fortresses, cities, towns and tiny villages. The superb cartouche features the royal coat of arms and a scene of merfolk frolicking in the sea.

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Condition: B+

Fine original color with a few faint spots and an old repair on the lower centerfold. There is a minor tear in the bottom margin, not affecting the map.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $200

Closed on 5/20/2009

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