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Auction 146, Lot 628

"Kaarte van het Aardsche Paradys...", Starckman, P.

Subject: Middle East

Period: 1730 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
7.9 x 9.3 inches
20.1 x 23.6 cm
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This map of the Middle East was designed to show the traditional theory for the location of the Garden of Eden, which is depicted south of Babylon on the Euphrates River. Engraved by Jacob Keyser.

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Condition: B+

A fine impression with light toning at top right of image and along sheet edges.

Estimate: $95 - $120

Sold for: $60

Closed on 9/4/2013

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