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Auction 181, Lot 542

"Romandiola cum Parmensi Ducatu", Mercator/Hondius

Subject: Northern Italy

Period: 1619 (published)

Publication: Gerardi Mercatoris - Atlas sive Cosmographicae

Color: Hand Color

Size:
17.3 x 14.2 inches
43.9 x 36.1 cm
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This lovely map of the Emilia-Romagna region exhibits fine topographical detail and scores of place names, including Florence, Pisa, Bologna, Ferrara, and Cremona. The map is adorned with a strapwork title cartouche and a distance scale topped with measuring dividers. French text on verso.

References: Van der Krogt (Vol. I) #7014:1.

Condition: A

A sharp impression on a bright sheet.

Estimate: $200 - $230

Sold for: $150

Closed on 2/10/2021

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