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Auction 181, Lot 474

"Utriusque Castiliae Nova Descriptio", Jansson, Jan

Subject: Central Spain

Period: 1680 (circa)

Publication: Atlas Novus

Color: Hand Color

Size:
19.8 x 16.3 inches
50.3 x 41.4 cm
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This superb map covers the heart of Spain including the cities of Cordova, Toledo, Madrid, and Cartagena. Fully engraved with mountains and forests, it is richly decorated with four cartouches, including a dedication to Henricus de Reede de Renswoude. Blank verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #6055:1B.2.

Condition: B+

Full contemporary color with very light toning, minor soiling, and an archivally repaired centerfold separation at bottom.

Estimate: $275 - $350

Sold for: $150

Closed on 2/10/2021

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