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Auction 161, Lot 639

"Corsicae Antiquae Descriptio / Sardiniae Antiquae Descriptio", Cluver, Philipp

Subject: Corsica, Sardinia

Period: 1697 (circa)

Publication: Introductio in Universam Geographicam

Color: Hand Color

Size:
4.3 x 10.3 inches
10.9 x 26.2 cm
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This interesting, small map of these Mediterranean islands is filled with ancient place names and topographical information. It is adorned with two cartouches. Engraved by John Senex.

References: Shirley (BL Atlases) T.CLUV-9a [24].

Condition: A

A nice example with a couple of minor printer's creases and a binding trim at bottom right that has been professionally replaced with old paper.

Estimate: $150 - $180

Unsold

Closed on 2/8/2017

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