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Auction 147, Lot 436

"Regni Daniae, in quo sunt Ducatus Holsatia et Slesvicum, Insulae Danicae, Provinciae Iutia Scania Blekingia &c. Nova Tabula", Homann, Johann Baptist

Subject: Denmark

Period: 1738 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.5 x 19.3 inches
57.2 x 49 cm
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This magnificent map covers all of Denmark, the northern tip of Germany and the southern tip of Sweden. The land is fully engraved with mountains, forests and cities. The title cartouche is quite elaborate with a host of livestock and the traditional woodwose standing guard over the coat of arms in the center.

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Condition: B+

Original color on heavy paper with light soiling and some color offsetting.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $150

Closed on 11/20/2013

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