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Auction 138, Lot 634

"Austria Archiducatus auctore Wolfgango Lazio", Hondius/Blaeu

Subject: Austria

Period: 1662 (published)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
21.3 x 14.2 inches
54.1 x 36.1 cm
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This striking, large map of the Danube River valley is based on the cartography of Wolfgang Lazio. Vienna is prominently featured with the Danube river flowing across the center of the map. Numerous tiny villages, cities, mountains, forests and lakes are depicted. Three decorative cartouches grace the map including a coat of arms. This was among the plates that were sold to Blaeu after Jodocus' death in 1629. Hondius' imprint has been removed and replaced with Blaeu's own imprint. Spanish text on verso.

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Condition: A

Lovely old color and wide margins with light toning on the lower centerfold, not affecting map. Couple of tiny worm holes in map, only visible when held up to the light.

Estimate: $400 - $475

Unsold

Closed on 12/7/2011

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