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Auction 171, Lot 519

"Empire d'Allemagne", Fer, Nicolas de

Subject: Central Europe, Germany

Period: 1689 (published)

Publication: Methode pour Apprendre Facilement la Geographie

Color: Hand Color

Size:
6.4 x 5.3 inches
16.3 x 13.5 cm
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This charming miniature map depicts the German Empire, extending south to Austria, east to Hungary, and west to Lorraine, France. The map is filled with cities, political boundaries and river systems. Adorned with a drape-style cartouche and the double headed eagle of the German Empire.

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Condition: B+

A nice impression on watermarked paper with a small stain near the center of the image and a professionally repaired centerfold separation at bottom.

Estimate: $110 - $140

Sold for: $80

Closed on 2/6/2019

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