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Auction 181, Lot 573

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"Gli Imperi Antichi Parte Occidentale", Cassini, Giovanni Maria

Subject: Eastern Mediterranean & Middle East

Period: 1800 (dated)

Publication: Nuovo Atlante Geografico Universale...

Color: Hand Color

Size:
14.1 x 19.5 inches
35.8 x 49.5 cm
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Scarce map of the Eastern Mediterranean including Greece, Asia Minor, the Holy Land, and parts of Arabia and Egypt. The scenic cartouche shows a dragon devouring a man.

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Condition: A

A nice impression on sturdy paper with a fleur-de-lis watermark and a hint of toning along the centerfold.

Estimate: $160 - $190

Sold for: $160

Closed on 2/10/2021

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