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Auction 130, Lot 669

"Tabula Geographica Terrae Sanctae Auctore J. Bonfrerio Societat Jesu", Halma, Francois

Subject: Holy Land

Period: 1710 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
26 x 8.3 inches
66 x 21.1 cm
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This interesting map of Israel is by the Flemish theologian, Jacques Bonfrere. Oriented with north at top left, it is divided into the twelve tribes with a key at bottom. The Wandering of the Children of Israel is shown with the 42 encampments. The title cartouche includes Moses, Aaron and a Roman soldier. Printed on two joined sheets, as issued.

References: Poortman & Augusteijn #167.

Condition: A

Estimate: $250 - $325

Sold for: $180

Closed on 12/2/2009

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