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Auction 131, Lot 521

"Beschreibung der Koniglichen Statt Edinburg…", Munster, Sebastian

Subject: Edinburgh, Scotland

Period: 1578 (published)

Publication: Cosmography

Color: Hand Color

Size:
7.3 x 4 inches
18.5 x 10.2 cm
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View of Edinburgh from a German edition of this influential 16th century history of the world. Rendered in the unique woodblock style, the city is viewed from the north, looking across the Firth of Forth. On page (13.5 x 8.3") of German text.

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Condition: A

A few spots in the margins.

Estimate: $120 - $160

Sold for: $90

Closed on 3/17/2010

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