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Auction 152, Lot 545

"Figur und Gelegenheit der Edlen und Hoch Berhumpten Statt Florentz", Munster, Sebastian

Subject: Florence, Italy

Period: 1572 (circa)

Publication: Cosmographey

Color: Hand Color

Size:
13.1 x 10.3 inches
33.3 x 26.2 cm
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An attractive woodblock view of the city of Florence surrounded in an elaborate border. The city is situated on both sides of the river Arno connected by four stone bridges. The many palaces and churches are well depicted, as are the city walls. German text on verso.

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Condition: B+

An attractive example with a professional paper repair along centerfold at bottom.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $180

Closed on 2/18/2015

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