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Auction 143, Lot 412
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"Insulae Canariae alias Fortunatae Dictae", Ogilby, John

Subject: Canary Islands

Period: 1671 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.2 x 10 inches
33.5 x 25.4 cm
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This attractive map depicts the Canary Islands, plus Madeira and Porto Santo. It is embellished with a compass rose, rhumb lines, sailing ships and a decorative cartouche featuring a large family of merfolk.

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Condition: B+

A nice impression with very wide margins and archival repairs to several separations along the centerfold.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $250

Closed on 2/13/2013

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