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Auction 152, Lot 536

"Veronae Vicentiae et Patavii Ditiones", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Northeastern Italy

Period: 1623 (published)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris Atlas sive Cosmographicae…

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.6 x 14.5 inches
49.8 x 36.8 cm
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This lovely map of northeastern Italy depicts the towns, rivers and mountainous topography of the region. The map extends from Lake Garda in the west to the Adriatic Sea in the east and includes the cities of Venice, Verona, Montova, and Padua. Adorned with a strapwork title cartouche. Latin text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #7110:1.

Condition: A

Nice impression and color with a professionally repaired centerfold separation that just enters map border at top and a chip in top right corner.

Estimate: $240 - $300

Sold for: $120

Closed on 2/18/2015

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