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Auction 178, Lot 342

"Germaniae Veteris, Typus", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Central Europe, Germany

Period: 1618 (published)

Publication: Theatrum Geographiae Veteris

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.9 x 15 inches
48 x 38.1 cm
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This is based on Ortelius' map of ancient Germany. The region covered takes in all of central Europe from Belgium and France through Poland, to include northern Italy and Hungary. The map is based on the writing of classical authors such as Ptolemy, Caesar, and Strabo. It was richly engraved by Petrus Kaerius and features three large strapwork cartouches. Latin text on verso.

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Condition: B+

A dark impression with minor toning, some faint damp stains, and some short tears along the centerfold at bottom that have been closed on verso with old paper. There are additional old paper repairs in the left and right blank margin.

Estimate: $190 - $220

Sold for: $140

Closed on 6/10/2020

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