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Auction 180, Lot 465
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"[Burgundia Comitatus]", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Eastern France

Period: 1619 (published)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris - Atlas sive Cosmographicae

Color: Hand Color

Size:
18.3 x 13.9 inches
46.5 x 35.3 cm
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This map focuses on the France Comte region, featuring the cities of Dijon, Beaune, Macon, Besancon, and Montbeliard. The map extends into Switzerland, showing Lake Geneva and Lake Neuchâtel. The map is oriented with north to the right and includes a strapwork cartouche containing the distance scale. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #4880:1A.

Condition: B+

Light toning with minor foxing and a short centerfold separation and some light staining at bottom.

Estimate: $140 - $170

Sold for: $70

Closed on 11/18/2020

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