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Auction 138, Lot 559

"France", Sanson, Nicolas Fils

Subject: France

Period: 1683 (published)

Publication: Geographische Historiche Beschryvingh der vier bekend Werelds-Deelen…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
11 x 8.8 inches
27.9 x 22.4 cm
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This unusual small map of France is decorated with a strapwork title cartouche, but is lacking the borders that are usually found on maps of the period. It was engraved by A. d'Winter.

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Condition: B+

Light, even toning, and the right margin has been extended to accommodate framing.

Estimate: $95 - $120

Sold for: $70

Closed on 12/7/2011

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