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Auction 152, Lot 569

"De Reys-togten van Abraham, Gaande uit Ur der Kaldeen na Kanaan", Goeree, Willelm & Jan

Subject: Middle East

Period: 1700 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.7 x 11.6 inches
37.3 x 29.5 cm
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This stunning map of the Middle East depicts Patriarch Abraham's travels from Ur to Canaan. The map is surrounded by an elaborately engraved frame containing twenty-one scenes illustrating the life of Abraham, spanning his departure from Ur to his death. Each scene includes a citation from the corresponding chapter in the book of Genesis. The map is based on a similar one by Abraham Ortelius, published between 1590-1624.

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Condition: B+

Nice impression and color on watermarked paper with two tiny cut marks in image and a few minor spots. Light toning and soiling in blank margins.

Estimate: $350 - $450

Sold for: $450

Closed on 2/18/2015

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