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Auction 174, Lot 567

"Nova Mappa Maris Nigri et Freti Constantino Politani...", Seutter, Matthias

Subject: Black Sea

Period: 1730 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Hand Color

Size:
22.6 x 19.3 inches
57.4 x 49 cm
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An outstanding map of the regions surrounding the Black Sea that is beautifully engraved to show topography, roads and cities. Features a large inset of the Bosphorus with the city of Constantinople in at top right. A drape-style title cartouche is held aloft by putti.

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Condition: A

A crisp impression on a bright sheet with a short centerfold separation at top that has been closed on verso with hinge tape.

Estimate: $350 - $425

Sold for: $200

Closed on 9/11/2019

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