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Auction 128, Lot 633

"Nova Totius Germaniae Descriptio", Blaeu, Willem

Subject: Central Europe

Period: 1643 (circa)

Publication: Theatrum Orbis Terrarum

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.5 x 15.3 inches
49.5 x 38.9 cm
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This map of the German Empire covers present-day Germany, Poland, Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Austria, Czech Republic and parts of Poland and Hungary. The map is densely engraved with information and decorated with the imperial double-headed eagle of the German Empire. French text on verso.

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Condition: A

Lightly toned, with original color. There is a repair on the fold in the bottom margin, not affecting the map.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $250

Closed on 5/20/2009

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