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Auction 155, Lot 466
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"Trier & Lutzenburg", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Luxembourg

Period: 1619 (published)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris - Atlas sive Cosmographicae

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.6 x 14.4 inches
47.2 x 36.6 cm
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This is a very early map of Luxembourg filled with detail of the rivers, forests, cities and villages. It extends into western Germany to take in the region surrounding Trier. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #3380:1A.1.

Condition: B

A crisp impression with original color, moderate toning, light color offsetting, and minor foxing.

Estimate: $180 - $220

Sold for: $90

Closed on 11/18/2015

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