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Auction 176, Lot 23

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"Orbis Antiquus", Bonne, Rigobert

Subject: Ancient World

Period: 1787 (circa)

Publication:

Color: Black & White

Size:
13.4 x 9.2 inches
34 x 23.4 cm
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This is a handsome copper engraved map of the ancient world as described by Ptolemy, delineating Asia, Europe, and Africa. The map is filled with names of ancient places and tribes . In the upper right corner are seven distance scales.

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Condition: A

A bright sheet with a small paper flaw along the border at left and marginal soiling.

Estimate: $60 - $80

Sold for: $43

Closed on 2/12/2020

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