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Auction 128, Lot 872

"Royaume et Desert de Barca, et l'Aegypte divisee en ses Principales Parties", Sanson, Nicolas

Subject: Northern Africa

Period: 1700 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
10.8 x 6.5 inches
27.4 x 16.5 cm
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An attractive map covering northern Africa from Tripoli to the Red Sea. The topography is mostly spurious with numerous mountain ranges and oases prominently located. The map is embellished with a bold title cartouche. Engraved by A. d'Winter.

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Condition: A+

Estimate: $120 - $160

Sold for: $90

Closed on 5/20/2009

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